Assistant Head of Infrastructure

UK Ministry of Defence; London; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government department seeks an Assistant Head of Infrastructure to oversee critical facilities in London. The role involves managing teams, engaging stakeholders, and ensuring operational efficiency in a high-pressure environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong infrastructure background and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Generous Leave

Enhanced Parental Leave

Volunteering Opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong background in infrastructure.
• Experience managing and leading teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage Above Secret Infrastructure facilities across multiple sites.
• Lead an Above Secret Working Group.
• Ensure reporting and assurance activities are up to date.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder Engagement

Team Management

Flexibility

Education

Experience in Infrastructure

Job description

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Job Description

We are looking for an Assistant Head of Infrastructure to be based at a critical defence asset in Central London. Alongside managing and overseeing the Above Secret (AS) Infrastructure facilities within MOD Corsham, London, Gloucester, and Hampshire, the role includes:

• Working closely with the Defence Infrastructure Organisation and the Private Finance Initiative Contract Lead, as required, across all AS sites.
• Leading and establishing an Above Secret Working Group across all AS sites.
• Ensuring that all reporting and assurance activities are completed, kept up to date, and any required escalations are undertaken.
• Developing second-line assurance responsibilities across the Defence Digital Estate.
• Line management of the two Heads of Establishment at the London and Hampshire sites.
• Delivering and supporting any additional tasking from the Station Commander/Dep Head of Corporate Operations as required to support operational activity.
• Supporting the development of a broader future estate plan for MOD Corsham and other AS sites.
• Delivering and supporting any tasks as directed by Director Ops Defence Digital.

Person specification

This role would suit an individual who has worked in diverse, complex, and challenging environments. The ideal candidate will have:

• A strong background in infrastructure.
• The ability to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Extensive experience communicating at all levels, including chairing meetings, presenting, and participating in various boards, working groups, and meetings.
• The ability to work at pace, manage competing priorities, and adapt flexibly to emerging issues.
• Line management experience, with the ability to provide strong support to a wider team.

If not already held, successful candidates will be required to undergo DV clearance. Please note this position is open to sole UK Nationals only.

Application instructions

When submitting your CV, highlight your relevant career experience. Additionally, refer to the “Things You Need To Know” section and provide a personal statement (max. 1250 words) demonstrating the essential criteria:

• Experience in managing and leading teams, providing clear direction, coaching, and support to ensure high performance.
• Experience working within infrastructure environments.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, including chairing meetings, delivering presentations, and engaging with executive leadership.
• Experience operating in fast-paced, high-pressure environments while maintaining focus and quality.

Behaviours assessed

• Communicating and Influencing
• Working Together
• Managing a Quality Service
• Changing and Improving

Additional benefits

Salary of £59,690 plus £17,292 contribution towards Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Benefits include flexible working, diversity and inclusion initiatives, generous leave, volunteering opportunities, enhanced parental leave, and various site facilities.

Work arrangement

Hybrid working options may be available, with a minimum of 60% of time in the office. The role is based in the UK, at 37 hours per week, with no relocation expenses offered.

Security and nationality requirements

Successful candidates must undergo security vetting (developed vetting) and meet nationality criteria, including UK nationals, Irish nationals, Commonwealth, and certain EU/EEA nationals with settled status.