Program Support Officer

Mobizy; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Pension contributions

Private medical insurance

Private dental care

Employee assistance program

Hybrid working model

25 days annual leave

Job summary

TEKEVER is seeking a Program Support Officer to join our Defence Delivery pillar. This role provides support to Delivery Managers across the project cycle, developing project plans, mitigating risks, and ensuring operational effectiveness for end users.

We offer mentorship, opportunities for career advancement, and a hybrid working model with travel across Europe and the UK. Eligible candidates should have SC clearance eligibility and strong English proficiency.

Qualifications

• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure project success and operational efficiency.
• Maintain clear and effective communication with stakeholders across multiple regions and teams.
• Travel frequently to customer locations in the UK, Portugal, US, and Europe.
• Be flexible to work extended hours, including evenings or weekends, in case of urgent operational needs.
• Previous experience in project delivery, preferably within the Defence or Technology sectors.
• Accredited project management or project support qualifications (e.g., PFQ).
• Ability to manage and operate effectively in high-pressure environments.
• Must be eligible to hold SC clearance and willing to undergo the vetting process.
• Work authorisation in the UK is required.
• Language Requirements: Advanced proficiency in English, with proven fluency at the C2 level.

Responsibilities

• Project support and administration – ensuring schedules and project plans are up to date and readily available.
• Tasking and coordination – cohere activity across TEKEVER in support of project objectives and milestones.
• Project Reporting – maintain regular communication internal throughout the life of a project. Develop reporting formats tailored to the reader to ensure appropriate levels of detail are readily available.
• Information Management – developing and overseeing TEKEVER’s IKM processes particularly in relation to Defence projects.
• Risk Management – identify, qualify, and manage risk to successful delivery across the entire value chain and ensure mitigations are developed.

Skills

Project coordination

Stakeholder communication

Travel readiness

Education

PFQ accreditation

Job description

Are you ready to revolutionise the world with TEKEVER?

At TEKEVER, we lead innovation in Europe as the European leader in unmanned technology, where cutting‑edge advancements meet unparalleled innovation.

Digital | Defence | Security | Space

We operate across four strategic areas, combining artificial intelligence, systems engineering, data science, and aerospace technology to tackle global challenges — from protecting people and critical infrastructure to exploring space.

We offer a unique surveillance‑as‑a‑service solution that delivers real‑time intelligence, enhancing maritime safety and saving lives. Our products and services support strategic and operational decisions in the most demanding environments — whether at sea, on land, in space, or in cyberspace.

Become part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary, and mission‑driven team that is transforming maritime surveillance and redefining global safety standards.

At TEKEVER, our mission is to provide limitless support through mission‑oriented game‑changers, delivering the right information at the right time to empower critical decision‑making.

If you're passionate about technology and eager to shape the future — TEKEVER is the place for you.

Mission

TEKEVER is seeking a Program Support Officer to join our growing Defence Delivery pillar. This position is critical in providing support to Delivery Managers throughout the project cycle, ensuring the success and coordination of activities across the Defence division and TEKEVER as a whole. Responsibilities include developing project plans, mitigating delivery risks, ensuring operational effectiveness for end users and contributing to strategy development.

TEKEVER values professional development, offering mentorship and support for achieving accredited project management qualifications. There are opportunities for career advancement within the company. As part of the Defence Delivery pillar, employees will have the chance to travel to both fixed TEKEVER sites across Europe and deployed operations worldwide, with a focus on understanding the operating environment and collaborating with partners on location.

What will be your responsibilities

• Project support and administration – ensuring schedules and project plans are up to date and readily available.
• Tasking and coordination – cohere activity across TEKEVER in support of project objectives and milestones.
• Project Reporting – maintain regular communication internal throughout the life of a project. Develop reporting formats tailored to the reader to ensure appropriate levels of detail are readily available.
• Information Management – developing and overseeing TEKEVER’s IKM processes particularly in relation to Defence projects.
• Risk Management – identify, qualify, and manage risk to successful delivery across the entire value chain and ensure mitigations are developed.

Profile and requirements

• Lead and coordinate cross‑functional teams to ensure project success and operational efficiency.
• Maintain clear and effective communication with stakeholders across multiple regions and teams.
• Travel frequently to customer locations in the UK, Portugal, US, and Europe.
• Be flexible to work extended hours, including evenings or weekends, in case of urgent operational needs.
• Previous experience in project delivery, preferably within the Defence or Technology sectors.
• Accredited project management or project support qualifications (e.g., PFQ).
• Ability to manage and operate effectively in high‑pressure environments.
• Must be eligible to hold SC clearance and willing to undergo the vetting process.
• Work authorisation in the UK is required.
• Language Requirements: Advanced proficiency in English, with proven fluency at the C2 level.

What we have to offer you

At TEKEVER, we offer a comprehensive package designed to reward, support, and develop our people. This includes a highly competitive salary with a discretionary annual bonus and a company pension contribution match of up to 10%. To support your wellbeing, we provide 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, Private Medical Insurance (with optional family cover), Private Dental care, and an Employee Assistance Programme. We are deeply committed to investing in future talent; our scale allows us to provide clear career development opportunities and dedicated initiatives to boost your skill sets, ensuring you remain future‑ready for the evolving workplace. Furthermore, our team enjoys a flexible hybrid working model, typically three days a week at our core UK sites like Bristol, and access to a bespoke rewards platform featuring a variety of high street discounts and salary sacrifice schemes, including Electric Car, Cycle to Work, and Technology options.