Lossiemouth Transition Team Executive Officer

A vacancy has arisen for a Squadron Leader to serve as the Lossiemouth Transition Team Executive Officer, at RAF Lossiemouth on Full Time Reserve Service (Home Commitment) Terms and Conditions of Service (TCoS), with an initial proposed start date of 15 July 2021 or earlier if circumstances permit. 

The job will involve coordination of the RAF Lossiemouth elements of the Lossiemouth Development Programme (LDP) infrastructure work and other major projects, with a primary focus on ensuring delivery of the Station’s mandated outputs throughout. You will also be responsible to OC LTT for the harmonisation of major projects on Station, with those projects delivered under the RAF Lossiemouth annual Command Infrastructure Development Plan to ensure the efficient delivery of all projects. This will include detailed liaison with both OC SSS and DIO RD reps. 

The Post holder will be responsible for: 

• Acting as the deputy for the Officer commanding LTT
• Leading the LTT and associated activities
• Acting as Line Manager / 1st RO and 2nd RO for LTT staff
• Principle liaison between LTT and other LDP Stakeholders responsible for organising   chairing and recording meetings.

Must either have been, or currently be, a Squadron Leader or, a Flight Lieutenant who is eligible for promotion in accordance with AP 3393 Vol 1 and AP 7000. All Promotions will be ratified by means of a Promotion Board. 

The successful applicant should have Subject Matter Expertise of: 

• Airfield Operating Surfaces
• MAA regulations
• Aircraft Operations at Main Operating Bases
• Major Infrastructure Projects and Programmes
• Familiarity with JPA
• Ability to hold SC level security clearance.

• Understanding of Air & DIO operating models
• Previous experience working with the DIO on Infrastructure programmes including active management of risk mitigation, commercial and financial challenges
• Business Change experience
• Project or Programme Management Qualification (MSP/ Prince 2 / APMP)
• Ability to travel to meetings throughout the UK.

A Selection Board will carry out a rigorous selection process for this post, based principally on an applicant’s last 4 appraisal reports. Enquiries concerning this vacancy should be made to: 

Wing Commander David Allen, Officer Commanding Lossiemouth Transition Team (OC LTT)
Mil – 95161 7254
Civ – 01341 817254
Email:  Dave.Allen550@mod.gov.uk

Applications. Candidate applications, with a maximum 2-page CV (to include copies of last 4 appraisal reports) should be sent to: 

Reserve Coordination Officer
RAF Lossiemouth
Morayshire
IV31 6SD 

Email: Janet.logan662@mod.gov.uk

The closing date for applications is 16 April 2021.

Unless already commissioned in the Reserve Air Forces, the successful applicant will be required to be commissioned in the RAFR with a liability for call-out for permanent service. 

The appointment is on Full Time Reserve Service (Home Commitment) TCoS in accordance with AP 3392 Vol 7 Part 1 Chapter 16 and AP3392 Vol 7 Part 3 Chapter 2 for an initial period until 31 March 2023. 

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 Branch & Trade Advisor to confirm current and past experience prior to being invited to 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, Branch/Trade 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 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 qualifyfor 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. Of particular note is reference to the ‘Effect of Re-employment on Commutation’. 

Flexible Working Arrangements. In accordance with the Flexible Working (FW) Policy, Reserves personnel are able to 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(HC) 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 Lossiemouth.