Production Operative

From 01 April 2023 the Defence Fuels Acquisition Programme and the Defence Strategic Fuels Authority will combine to become the new Operational Energy Authority (OEA). Come and join us for an exciting opportunity to join at the start of the creation of the OEA, where you will be able to contribute, develop and evolve within this new forward thinking organisation as it moves towards its vision for transforming the existing Defence Fuels enterprise.

From the 1st April 2023, Defence Fuels Acquisition Programme (DFAP) will transfer from Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S) to UK Strategic Command to form the OEA. As a result your employment terms will reflect the advert, and your employment will be with MoD Main UK Strategic Command from this date.

The OEA is responsible for the Dir Sp Ops fuel outputs including future projects, management of business as usual procurement activity and delivery of Fuel, Lubricants and Associated Products (FLAPS) support provided by the Petroleum Depot. The purpose of this role is to assist in ensuring that operational outputs required of the Petroleum Depot in respect of Oils, Lubricants and Packed fuel supply to the Front Line Commands is met. This is to be carried out by the accurate selection of stock for issue, preparation of paperwork for timely and efficient delivery and/or processing, preparation, washing and filling of jerricans.

The Defence Petroleum Depot receives, stores, maintains and issues a wide range of petroleum products used by the UK armed forces anywhere in the world. Our staff work closely with project teams and front-line commands to ensure our troops are supplied with the right items at the right time. We work as part of an important part of the wider MoD establishment that supports, procures, and supplies our armed forces.

Working in the Logistics Operations team, you will assist us in storing, maintaining and issuing of material and processing the supporting documentation. This is a highly varied and hands on role which will see you support the depot across a full range of activities.

You will be required to select stock for issue, prepare relevant paperwork for timely and efficient delivery, whilst ensuring that receipts are filed for stock received for accurate stock take check.

Working both individually and as part of a team, you will support all activities related to the inspection and classification of returned jerricans and petroleum, oil and lubricant pallets, including maintenance and daily servicing of all equipment prior to use.

This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.

Stock Selection

• Ensure that the commodity and quantity of stock picked matches the details entered on the ‘Pick List’ and is selected from the correct storage location.
• Check the stock quantity in the storage location before and after each issue and annotate the Stack Tally Card with the correct details. Ensure that any error is to be brought to the attention of SC&A.

Packaging

• Pack the stores in accordance with the requirements of the relevant regulations governing the particular mode of transport for the individual consignment.
• Produce the address label using the Warehouse Management System in use and pass the paperwork to the Traffic Clerk for production of the PDRs.
• Produce the necessary paperwork to enable consignments to move depending on the mode of transport.

Packed Fuel Production

• Conduct routine user maintenance and daily servicing of all equipment prior to use. Report all faults to the Team Leader; if in doubt, do not operate.
• The inspection and classification of returned jerricans and POL pallets carrying out cleaning, patch painting and minor repairs (straightening of bars and ties) as required.
• All serviceable jerricans are to be “processed” which includes the decanting of residual fuel, inspection for serviceability, de-rusting and patch painting where necessary, removal of illegible and application of new markings, replacement of lid seal, etc.
• Under supervision, the safe operation of jerrican washing and filling equipment in support of the pre-determined filling programme.

Decanting

• Conducting decanting operations to either re-pack, or dispose of, fuel and lubricant products; this may include the operation of the Waste Fuel Installation.

Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Operation

This role includes operating a range of Material Handling Equipment (MHE), as well as manual handling & loading / unloading of vehicles and shipping containers. Once in post, you will be expected to undergo a material handling equipment medical before being deemed fit to be trained to operate this equipment. Training will be provided where necessary with the expectation of achieving competency within 6 months. As a qualified MHE Operator ensure that pre and post operational checks are completed with diligence and accurately recorded. Any fault found is reported to the MHE Supervisor and obtaining a replacement vehicle if considered necessary.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Is a member of the site’s Pollution Response Team.
• Be prepared to work as part of another team when required.
• Any other duties designated by the Production Team Leader

• We are seeking enthusiastic, self-motivated, team players and highly organised applicants. Within this role you may deal with both internal and external stakeholders of various ranks / grades and therefore you must have good communication skills, both verbal and written.
  
  Other essential specifications we require from applicants are;
  
  
  • An adaptable team player, with experience of working collaboratively and confidently with others yet is comfortable using initiative when working alone
  
  
  • Demonstrable experience of working within a fast-paced environment
  
  
  • Good communication skills, both verbal and written
  
  
  • Demonstrable ability to prioritise workload

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Delivering at Pace
• Working Together
• Leadership

• Learning and development tailored to your role
• An environment with flexible working options
• A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
• A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%

The post does not offer relocation expenses. The post does not offer relocation expenses (move of home, excess fares or temporary transfer)

External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six month probation period.

Please note: Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed.

Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts.

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The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. There is a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

If you need to advise us that you need additional help or reasonable adjustments for the recruitment process, please contact: DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3@mod.gov.uk

Job contact :

Name :
James Burke
Email :
James.burke120@mod.gov.uk
Telephone :
James Burke

Recruitment team :

Email :
dbscivpers-resourcingteam3@mod.gov.uk