Risk Manager

Risk Manager
SF35325
Business Unit: Submarines
Location: Plymouth, Devon, PL1 4SG

About the role
The Submarine Department undertake the upkeep and repair of nuclear submarines for the Royal Navy at Devonport Royal Dockyard, Plymouth. Successful delivery of submarine refits to time, quality and budget rely on effective project controls of which risk management is a crucial part. The risk management team work as part of the Joint Project Team and under the guidance and management of the Project Management Office within the Submarine Department.

The Submarine Department wish to increase its number of risk professionals to match the increasing demand from the Business and are currently looking for a Risk Manager to lead a small team of risk specialist in developing new ways of working, promoting change, providing advice and support to a Joint Project Team, acting as focal point for risk expertise, assure compliance to Organisational policy and process, oversee the maintenance of Project Risk or RAID register(s), raise risk awareness throughout the Project Team, conduct quantitative risk assessments, generate risk management reports and input into project performance reports.

Training specific to the Organisations risk management tool will be provided.

What do I need to do the role?
This is a senior position, therefore, the candidate will be expected to have a background in risk management, experienced with people management and management of a Team. The candidate will have at least a Higher National Certificate or equivalent qualification and formal risk management qualifications such as IRM or an equivalent qualification recognised within the field of risk management. The candidate will need to be proficient in the use of dedicated risk management software, have a high standard of computer literacy. Knowledge and experience of using the Enterprise Risk Management tool (ERM) would be an advantage as would knowledge of Babcock ways of working in particular the Submarine Department.

What else do I need to know?
The candidate should be SC cleared and capable of holding NNPI, PSA and Atomic Security Clearances. The ability and willingness to visit the submarine during refit, attend meetings within the nuclear refitting environment and engage and lead meetings with senior management, subject matter experts and project managers is an essential part of the role. The minimum experience requirement for this role is 5 years in a recognisable risk management position of responsibility.

About Babcock International
Babcock are proud to be the UK's leading submarine support provider, entrusted with the upkeep and deep maintenance of our Nation's submarines, which have been compared to the space shuttle in terms of complexity and one of the most challenging engineering projects undertaken in the UK. Whilst we continue to provide the Royal Navy with safe, highly capable Vanguard and Trafalgar classes of submarine, we are also preparing for the future and are planning the first maintenance period for the Astute Class of submarine. This Class represents the largest, most advanced and most powerful attack submarines ever operated by the Royal Navy. The increased volume of business within the Submarine Department, managing change and constantly seeking more effective ways of working ensures that this is a great time to be part of our team, which is why we are searching for the very best people - are you ready for the challenge?

Location
His role is based at Devonport Royal Dockyard which is located in the vibrant city of Plymouth, Devon in the South West of England. Plymouth is a city with a long and proud military history and more than its fair share of heritage. There is something for everyone here.

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Armed Forces Covenant
Babcock are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant. We recognise the value that Serving Personnel, both Regular and Reserves, Veterans, Uniformed Cadet Instructors and Service Families contribute to our business and the United Kingdom. As part of the Covenant, Babcock offers Reservists and Uniformed Cadet Instructors up to 2 week's special paid leave to help them meet their commitments. To find out more please visit our website.

Closing Date: 06/08/2021