Configuration Co-Ordinator

Systems Engineering & Assessment (SEA); Barnstaple; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense solutions provider is seeking a Configuration Co-Ordinator for their Barnstaple office to manage administrative tasks for the Configuration Management Department. The role requires strong attention to detail and proficiency in Microsoft tools. This position offers a hybrid work model and generous benefits including 25 days annual leave and private health insurance.

Benefits

Work life balance

Hybrid working arrangements

25 days annual leave

Private medical health insurance

Group Pension Plan

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience of Configuration Management or a relevant discipline is advantageous.
• Methodical approach with strong attention to detail.
• Computer literate & proficient in the use of the Microsoft toolset.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for the newly formed CM department.
• Act as gatekeeper to all tasks submitted to Configuration Management.
• Deputise for the Configuration Engineers where required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft toolset proficiency

Experience in Configuration Management

CM2 accreditation

Experience in PLM & ERP systems

Job description

Overview

About The Role
Engineered to Protect, that's our promise, we protect what matters - our nations, our waters, our land, our cities, our people, our environment, our world. Providing administrative support for the newly formed Configuration Management Department, acting as gatekeeper to tasks submitted via the Product Lifecycle Management system liaising with originators, ensuring all required information is entered correctly. Configuration Co-Ordinator will be based at our Barnstaple site. This role does require being onsite 3-4 days a week. The salary for this role is circa £30k, depending on experience.

Note: The following sections describe responsibilities, qualifications and benefits associated with the role.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for the newly formed CM department
• Act as gatekeeper to all tasks submitted to Configuration Management
• Deputise for the Configuration Engineers where required
• Provide a Status Accounting & Reporting service of active CM tasks to the business to ISO10007
• Provide help & guidance to users on CM process
• Support Continuous Improvement

About our company

At SEA, we develop and deliver advanced solutions to make our world safer, cleaner and more efficient. We provide state-of-the-art applications for naval ship and fleet protection, and undersea surveillance systems. In-service across the globe, our systems deliver a rapid response to threats and system effectiveness and interoperation. Our systems support an ever-growing number of navies across the world, and we continue to bolster our already specialist, on-the-ground knowledge of key overseas markets.

What we offer

At our core, we encourage innovation, flexibility and out-of-the-box thinking to solve problems, so we\'re always looking for talented, flexible, and creative people to bring their best to SEA. In return we offer generous rewards, a fantastic work/life balance, and excellent career and training opportunities for everyone who joins. Have a look at the benefits we offer:

• Work life balance
• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements
• 25 days\' annual leave, plus buy and sell
• Up to 16 days flexi leave accrual
• Half day Fridays
• Reservists in the Armed Forces receive special paid leave
• Private medical health insurance & Employee Assistance Program
• All Staff Bonus
• Group Pension Plan of up to 7% employer contribution
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing Centre
• Sports & Social activities
• Employee Discounts portal - online and in-store discounts, travel savings
• Canada Life GP and financial advice
• Life assurance policy
• Publication and recruitment bonus rewards
• Development opportunities, including LinkedIn learning

Facilities & resources

Electric vehicle charging points at all sites
Private seated lunch areas
Onsite bistro (Barnstaple office) and free hot and cold beverages
Onsite showers and toiletries provision
Free onsite parking

The skills you need

• Previous experience of Configuration Management or a relevant discipline is advantageous
• Methodical approach with strong attention to detail
• Computer literate & proficient in the use of the Microsoft toolset
• CM2 accreditation or qualification in a relevant discipline is advantageous
• Previous experience of PLM & ERP systems is advantageous however full training can be provided
• Previous experience of working within the defence sector would be desirable

Join us and be part of something smaller - with 500 people in the UK and Canada - doing something bigger: protecting what matters. If you\'d like to know more, please contact Kelly Thomas from our Talent Acquisition Team.