Digital Innovation and Simulation Centre (DISC) Manager

BMT; Fareham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm seeks a Digital Innovation and Simulation Centre Manager to oversee operations and services at their Fareham facility. The ideal candidate will have substantial leadership experience, particularly in maritime and defence simulation environments. They will manage the use of simulators and maintain customer relationships while supporting consultancy projects. Flexibility in work arrangements is available, and a competitive benefits package is offered.

Benefits

Private Medical (family coverage)

Enhanced Pension

26 Days Annual Leave

Wellbeing Fund

Qualifications

• High levels of leadership and management experience.
• Consultancy experience in a multifunctional environment.
• Depth of experience in simulation environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Digital Innovation and Simulation Centre.
• Ensure the availability and use of DISC services.
• Support consultancy projects requiring simulator use.

Skills

Leadership

Customer relationship management

Simulation experience

Education

Experience in maritime or defence sectors

Job description

Overview

Digital Innovation and Simulation Centre (DISC) Manager

Department: Technical Capability

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: UK - Fareham

Reporting To: Brian Bassil

Description

Job Title: Digital Innovation and Simulation Centre Manager

Contract Type: Permanent

Flexibility: This role is full time.

Location: This role will be based in our Fareham office; we are happy to explore flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Please note that travel to customer sites or to attend meetings will be required.

About BMT

BMT is dedicated to tackling the most crucial engineering challenges of our era, fostering an environment where individuals with exceptional technical expertise provide meaningful, practical solutions. Committed to creating a safer, more efficient, effective, and sustainable future, BMT values diversity, equity, and inclusion, recognisng their pivotal role in achieving our business purpose. Learn more about BMT at www.bmt.org.

At BMT, we pride ourselves on being a verified flexible workplace, providing freedom and choice. We understand not everyone has the same needs in order to make work work for them and their lives - we\'d love you to discuss any requirements for flexibility with us - we can\'t promise to fulfil every request but we do promise to listen to what matters to you. Learn more about our flexible status at Flexa Careers

Why Work for Us?

Joining BMT means gaining access to a comprehensive set of employee benefits designed to empower your success. In addition to a competitive salary, our offerings encompass health, family, finance, and personal development, including:

• Private Medical (family coverage)
• Enhanced Pension
• 18 weeks enhanced maternity pay (after a qualifying period of 1 year)
• Family friendly policies
• Committed to an inclusive culture
• Wellbeing Fund - an annual fund for personal hobbies or interests
• 26 Days Annual Leave (plus bank holidays)
• Holiday Trading
• Retail Vouchers
• Professional Subscriptions

About The Role

BMT is building a state of the art Digital Innovation and Simulation Centre (DISC). We are looking for a talented individual to be responsible for the management of the DISC. You will be responsible for the availability and use of the DISC and oversight of the services provided through the DISC. These services are predominantly centred around maritime simulators, but the Centre will provide wider resources and environment to support digital innovation and related digital-focused services.

Key aspects of the role:

• Preparing the DISC for customers when they hire it, customer hosting, facilitation and on-call support.
• Support to consultancy projects requiring use of simulators and other DISC facilities
• Holding of records related to the design and architecture of the DISC systems, and operational processes
• Safe and secure operation of DISC facilities, including risk assessments and responses to identified risks
• Maintenance of DISC suite to ensure safety, availability and asset protection
• Support to DISC activities for wider BMT business development, VIP and staff familiarisation visits
• Subject Matter Expert lead on simulator installation projects for customers
• Sales and marketing work to increase DISC utilisation

About You

We are seeking someone with high levels of leadership and management experience both internally business facing and externally customer facing. You actively support, inform and guide the business in achieving its objectives, either through capability or domain expertise. You should have consultancy experience and be able to operate across a multifunctional, complex environment.

Ideally we are looking for someone with a depth of experience working in a simulation environment in both Maritime and Defence markets. We are looking for someone with experience in one or more key capability areas. (e.g. simulation, marine navigation, hydrodynamics, synthetic environment modelling, autonomy, predictive maintenance, facility management, hydraulics). You should have the ability to lead the development and definition of simulator-based services using the facilities and capabilities within BMT.

We are looking for someone with proven customer experience serving them to the highest standard, establishing and developing sustainable business relationships based on mutual confidence, trust and respect. You should be able to communicate and explain the approach to be taken to address the customer problem in a straightforward, understandable and non-technical manner.

Missing skills? Let us be the judge! BMT are passionate about people; we recognise that technology moves quickly and that no one can learn everything, which is why we seek those who can adapt and demonstrate the aptitude to learn. With enthusiasm and the right attitude, we can help you discover your potential.

This role will require full UK security clearance and you should have resided in the UK for the past 5 years.

What\'s Next?

If you are ready to contribute your skills and passion to a dynamic team addressing impactful challenges, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity with BMT. Join us in shaping a safer, more efficient, and sustainable future.

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