processor Taunton, England
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Source Data Receipt (SDR) sits within the Impact Analysis Group and is, as a team, responsible for the receipt, cataloguing and distribution of data within the Source Data Receipt and Assessment (SDRA) GIS database for onward assessment and production activities.
The purpose of the role is to:
- Process and verify hydrographic data within the SDR team using the SDRA system.
- Ensure that the workflow of hydrographic data through Ingest section meets all Quality and Performance Indicators (PIs) and the timeliness targets as set by KPM2.
The team work in a hybrid way, balancing personal and business needs. The successful candidate will ideally need to be able to attend the office in Taunton for the first 2 weeks for initial training.
Job description
At any time the job holder is required to be competent in at least 75% of the following. The shape of the job will vary according to the allocation of responsibilities within the whole team.
- Process, verify and distribute graphical source documents (e.g. charts, Notices to Mariners Blocks, photoplots) accurately in SDRA within the prescribed timescales.
- Process, verify and distribute textual documents (e.g. correspondence, Notices to Mariners, H Notes, books, forms and reports) accurately in SDRA within the prescribed timescales.
- Develop a good understanding of the likely use of data received in order to provide catalogued data that is fit for purpose.
- Accurately link related incoming source data to the correct documents in the Source Data Document (SDD) layer or the Product layer.
- Ensure ENCs are ordered, loaded and processed on a weekly basis and that any cell failure issues are resolved if possible.
- Maintain the BA product layer within SDRA by running the GB NM Script daily.
- Process and verify GB New Editions and New Charts within prescribed timescales.
- Manipulate document formats as required.
- Assist with the training of A1s and B3s new to the Section across the range of data types.
- Act as a Mentor for A1 staff in SDR Section.
Translations Management activities:
- The downloading of FGNM Bulletins from various websites & associated data manipulation as required.
- Book-marking items for translation IAW process documentation (items vary between countries).
- Managing ad-hoc requests to meet customer requirements.
- Liaising with the translation company including requesting quotes for work, resolving technical issues, negotiating changes to deadlines.
- Manage the provision of translation services (via e-mail and ftp), ensuring that translations are received within prescribed timescales.
- Merging translations back into the original document and registering in SDRA.
- Day to day management of the translations budget.
- Resolve queries with the commercial contractor and ensure the terms of the contract are being adhered to.
- Maintaining the SDR Translation spreadsheet and associated folders.
- Reconciling the end of month invoice prior to payment.
- Uploading the weekly translations to the NGA ftp site.
Person specification
Please note that we only score against the sift and interview criteria and not the information below.
We are looking for a supportive team player who is able to work with a high level of accuracy, whilst also delivering at pace to ensure incoming data is distributed to internal customers as quickly as possible. An understanding or experience of Geospatial Information Systems would also be beneficial.
Behaviours
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
- Seeing the Big Picture
- Making Effective Decisions
- Delivering at Pace
Technical skills
We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:
- Knowledge of the SDRA system and/or GIS and Practical Use of ESRI ArcMap
- Experience/knowledge of Textual & Graphical Documents Dealt with at UKHO
- Exercise testing Attention to Detail
Benefits
At the UK Hydrographic Office, it's very important to us that our people feel valued.
We offer a huge range of benefits such as training and development, well-being support, flexible/ homeworking, a fantastic state of the art building, high spec equipment, and so much more.
See our attached Candidate Information Pack for more details.
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Selection process details
How to Apply:
You can apply for this role by clicking on "Apply Now" and entering information from your CV and examples of the Behaviours shown below.
Timeline:
- Advert Closes for applications: 28 June 2023
- Shortlisting date: Week commencing 3 July 2023
- Interviews: Week commencing 10 July 2023
We will try to meet the dates set out in the advert. There may be occasions when these dates change. You will be provided with sufficient notice of the confirmed dates.
Sift/Shortlist Criteria:
All applications are processed anonymously. You will be short-listed against the following criteria:
Civil Service Behaviours (Level 2):
- Seeing the Big Picture
- Making Effective Decisions
- Delivering at Pace
Interview Criteria:
You will be interviewed against the following essential criteria
Civil Service Behaviours (Level 2):
- Seeing the Big Picture
- Making Effective Decisions
- Delivering at Pace
Technical/Experience:
- Knowledge of the SDRA system and/or GIS and Practical Use of ESRI ArcMap
- Experience/knowledge of Textual and Graphical Documents dealt with at the UK Hydrographic Office.
- A 30-minute exercise may be given to test your Attention to Detail.
See here for further information: Success Profiles - Civil Service Behaviours (publishing.service.gov.uk)
Process:
- Single Stage Interview via TEAMS. You will be contacted to book a suitable slot if you are shortlisted (see our Candidate Pack for further information)
- Interview will be with a panel of no more than 3 people and will last approximately 45 minutes - and may include a 30 minute test.
Onboarding Checks:
In the event you are offered a role with us, you will be required to go through Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks which will include Employment and Right to Work Checks. You will also need to apply for SC (Security Checked) Clearance, but you may be able to start your role before gaining this. Please see our attached Candidate Pack for further details and Terms.
Please note, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.
SC – non reserved
This is a Ministry of Defence non-reserved post and although open to UK, British Commonwealth and European Economic Area nationals, successful applicants will require a security clearance (SC) and therefore need to have resided in the UK for a minimum of 12 consecutive months within the last 5 years.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
Security
See our vetting charter (opens in a new window).
Nationality requirements
This job is broadly open to the following groups:
- UK nationals
- nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
- nationals of the Republic of Ireland
- nationals from the EU, EEA or Switzerland with settled or pre-settled status or who apply for either status by the deadline of the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)
- relevant EU, EEA, Swiss or Turkish nationals working in the Civil Service
- relevant EU, EEA, Swiss or Turkish nationals who have built up the right to work in the Civil Service
- certain family members of the relevant EU, EEA, Swiss or Turkish nationals
Working for the Civil Service
We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window).
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About United Kingdom Hydrographic Office
CEO: Peter Sparkes
Revenue: $100 to $500 million (USD)
Size: 501 to 1000 Employees
Type: Government
Website: https://www.admiralty.co.uk/ukho/careers
Year Founded: 1795
