609 HQ CMD MTD

A vacancy has arisen for a Corporal – Logs (MTD) – to serve as JNCO MT at 609 Sqn RAF Leeming on Full Time Reserve Service (Limited Commitment) Terms and Conditions of Service (TCoS), with an initial proposed start date of 22 May 2023 (or earlier, depending upon candidate status).

609 (West Riding) Sqn is an Operational Service Support Sqn consisting of RAF Regt and RAFP Personnel who augment and supplement the Regular FP Force.  The successful applicant will be responsible to the Squadron Training Officer for all areas of MT on the Sqn.  This includes assistance with both RAF Regt and RAP training which can include working weekends, with time off in lieu.  Applicants must be able to work independently and as part of a team and have effective communication skills (written, verbal and presentation).  The post is responsible for:

• The maintenance of the MT records and statistics in accordance with the relevant publications and instructions including data input on to the JAMES system, this also includes the Sqn training management system.
• Responsible for Sqn driver trg and licensing.
• Detailing of drivers and vehicles as necessary to meet Sqn routine administrative, operational and training duties. This includes sole ownership of the Clarity and STARS systems for the whole Sqn.
• Routing of vehicles and co-ordination of journeys.
• Deliver lessons and briefs on topics for which the Cpl MTD is the Sqn SME.
• Liaison with Stn MT and other units for any and all MT topics.

• Must either have been, or currently be, a Cpl (Logs (MTD)) or an AS1 (Logs (MTD)) eligible for promotion in accordance with AP 3392 Vol 2 Leaflet 560 and AP 3376 Vol 1. All Promotions will be ratified by means of a Promotion Board. If an applicant has been out of full-time military service and is applying for a post on promotion, they will also need to send their civilian appraisals or equivalent to evidence recent skills, knowledge and experience to be considered by the Promotion Board.
• DJTMA (Defence Junior Transport Manager Accounting) course.
• DGSDCI – GS Instructor.  If not held on taking up post, applicant must be willing to complete the training within first 12 months
• DTc or equivalent e.g. DTTTv2. If not held on taking up post, applicant must be willing to complete the training within first 12 months.
• JAMES Trained.
• Driving Licence CAT C+E and D
• Full ADR
• The successful applicant will be required to undertake Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Clearance. If not already held, this must be achieved, or appropriate waiver granted, before any formal offer of employment is made.

• DTO (Defence Transport Operator).
• Quad Operator
• Quad Instructor
• ADR Instructor

A Selection Board will carry out a rigorous selection process for this post, based principally on an applicant’s last 3 appraisal reports as required.  Enquiries concerning this vacancy should be made to:

Name: Sgt Jennifer Jeffels (Jennifer.Jeffels519@mod.gov.uk)

Tel: 01677 457123 or 07707 373458

Applications.  Candidate applications, with a maximum 2-page CV (to include copies of last 3 appraisal reports as required) should be sent to:

Sqn Ldr M J Ashe, OC, 609 Sqn, RAF Leeming, Northallerton, North Yorkshire, DL& 9NJ or emailed to Merv.Ashe867@mod.gov.uk  

The closing date for applications is 27 January 2023 and interviews (unless prom board required) will take place week commencing 27 February 2023.

Unless already enlisted in the Reserve Air Forces the successful applicant will be required to be enlisted in the Royal Air Force Reserves with a liability for call-out for permanent service.

The appointment is on Full Time Reserve Service (Limited Commitment) TCoS in accordance with AP 3392 Vol 7 Part 1 and AP3392 Vol 7 Part 3 Chapter 2 for an initial period of 4 years.

Confirmation of appointment will depend on successful completion of a RAF Medical Board.  Personnel who do not meet the Age/Permanent Joint Medical Employment Standard (PJMES) may apply for the appointment but will only be considered subject to an executive waiver process on a case-by-case basis.

Candidates who have been out of regular or reserve service for more than 5 years may be considered for this appointment.  Prior approval must be sought from the relevant Professions Advisor to confirm current and past experience prior to being invited to interview.

Applicants of an equivalent rank from sister Services may apply but will only be accepted into the Royal Air Force Reserves if an appropriate Professions advisor can be identified to sponsor the applicant.  The relevant Profession’s advisor approval must be agreed before the interview.

Regular Service Applicants.  Personnel currently serving in the Regular Royal Air Force should be mindful of the current Early Termination Minimum Waiting Time (MWT) for their respective Rank, Profession and ensure this MWT is compatible with the post sponsor’s proposed start date, prior to applying.

Ex-service candidates who have been administratively discharged through the QR1027 process will have their applications rejected as they are not eligible to join the RAF Reserves in accordance with AP 3391 (Vol 3, Lft 207, Annex L, Para 1a).

Pension Issues.  Personnel who qualify for a service pension should take financial advice from Defence Business Services (DBS) Pensions Department on the effect that undertaking reserve service has on their pension (details can be found on the JPA splash screen). Additional guidance can also be found at https://www.gov.uk/guidance/pensions-and-compensation-for-veterans and MMP116 - Re-employment. Of particular note is reference to the ‘Effect of Re-employment’ on Commutation and, for those leaving on a ‘preserved’ pension, the Resettlement Grant.

Transition between TCoS.  Personnel taking this appointment from other TCoS should consider the impact on any accrued entitlements, such as leave, resettlement etc and should seek specialist guidance where required as certain entitlements are TCoS specific and may not be retained or transferred on transition between TCoS. 

Flexible Working Arrangements.  In accordance with the Flexible Working (FW) Policy, Reserve personnel can request FW arrangements with their line manager.  Any immediate FW requirements should be agreed with the line management at the interview stage.

Individual Reinforcement Training (IRT) (Module 1) and RAF Fitness Test (RAFFT).  Reserve personnel are required to maintain currency in IRT and the RAFFT iaw the relevant TCoS.  The successful applicant will be expected to undertake IRT and the RAFFT within 6 months of commencing employment (if required).

Annual Salary and Leave.  Pay will be in accordance with the pay scales published for the reserve air forces.  Leave entitlement is detailed in JSP 760.

Accommodation. Personnel serving on FTRS(LC) TCoS are eligible to occupy Single Living Accommodation (SLA) if available, at entitled rates, if serving within the Air Command TLB. However, due to a severe shortage, it is unlikely that accommodation will be available at RAF Leeming.