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AS1 MT

Vacancy summary

Royal Air Force
2154530
OR-2 - AB - Mne - Pte - AS2/AS1
Air Specialist (Class 1)

17/05/2023, 23:55 

August 2023
1 year, 7 months
Royal Air Force
TG6 - Logistics
Logistics (Driver)
Flying Station Aldergrove
Antrim
United Kingdom
FTRS - Home Commitment

Vacancy detail

A vacancy has arisen for an SAC (Logistics Driver/TG6) to serve as SAC MT at FS Aldergrove on Full Time Reserve Service (Home Commitment) Terms and Conditions of Service (TCoS), with an initial proposed start date of 07 August 2023 (or earlier dependant on successful candidate circumstances).

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the Aldergrove Air Wing ASMT Section. Reporting to the ASMT SNCO to assist with the daily operations and taskings of the ASMT section in order to maintain the operational output of FS Aldergrove. 

Responsibilities include:

a.    Exercise all SAC responsibilities to the highest of standards.

(i)    As an SAC, first and foremost, lead and inspire your people in line with the values and ethos of the service. The overarching aim of your tour is to leave your post in a better state than you found it and with those below you aspiring to be in your position.

b.    When nominated, deputise, and fulfil the responsibilities JNCO ASMT in their absence. 
 
c.    Ensure that all MT and relevant equipment are secured at cease work and that daily/weekly inspections are carried out and signed for.

d.    Complete competence of required vehicle operations, only operating the vehicles they have been trained and licensed to drive.

e.    Completion of daily inspections on ASMT vehicles.

f.    Carry out driving/operating tasks as required.

g.    Ensuring they are familiar with the actions to be taken in the event of an Exercise/Alert, Aircraft Emergency, Fuel Spillage etc. 

h.    Ensure work conducted is compliant with the DAM for both FS Aldergrove airfield and BIAL.

i.    Conduct ASMT operations on a 24/7 basis when required.

j.    Making sure they are fully conversant with all vehicles and equipment they are required to drive and operate iaw current policy and documentation.

Currently or previously have been, an SAC TG6 Logs (MTD).

Required competencies

  • A Full UK driving licence
  • Previous ASMT experience
  • Training on all ASMT assets held at AAW level. F/MT 600 annotated with all driver competencies and currencies maintained.

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: David Shields

Tel: Skype +443001664581

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

Name:

David Shields

Email: david.shields970@mod.gov.uk

FS Aldergrove

Or

AAW

FS Aldergrove

Co.Antrim

NI

BFPO 808

The closing date for applications is 17 May 2023 and interviews will take place week commencing 22 May 2023.

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Unless already enlisted in the Reserve Air Forces the successful applicant will be required to be enlisted 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 and AP3392 Vol 7 Part 3 Chapter 2 for an initial period up to 31 March 2025.

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.

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 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, 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.

This opportunity is closed to applications.