Beta

This is a trial service — your feedback will help us to improve it.

A3 Plans SNCO Movs

Vacancy summary

Royal Air Force
1963625
OR-6 - PO - Sgt
Sergeant

22/05/2022, 23:55 

October 2022
4 years
Royal Air Force
TG18 – Logistics
Logistics (Mover)
RAF Brize Norton
Oxfordshire
United Kingdom
FTRS - Home Commitment

Vacancy detail

A vacancy has arisen for a Sgt – Logs (Mov) – to serve as A3 Plans SNCO Movs at AMF RAF Brize Norton on Full Time Reserve Service (Home Commitment) Terms and Conditions of Service (TCoS), with an initial proposed start date of 24 October 2022 (or earlier, depending upon candidate status).

The role includes providing Movements SME advice and experience when dealing with the A3 Plans workflow involving the HQ 2 Gp Mil AT flying program produced by DSCOM. Liaison between the HQ 2Gp flying Sqns, DSCOM and FLCs will be a large part of the working day, resolving pertinent issues in order for tasks to go ahead in the most efficient manner possible. In addition, monitoring aircraft loads of Pax & Cargo on HQ 2 Gp Air Mobility aircraft to ensure they are compatible and in line with current regulations. As a secondary role, to have an understanding of the A4 Exemptions Cell regarding exemptions for freight and passengers travelling on the AT fleet.

The successful candidate will be responsible to AM FHQ SO2 A3 Plans for:

  • Examining the DSCOM flying program once ratified as a final check to ensure all loads are compatible to the ac platform;
  • Acting as liaison between the AM FHQ and 1AMW for any Movements matters that arise;
  • Liaise with ASCOT to handover tasking for upcoming flights;
  • Provide Movements SME advice to A3 Plans regarding any Movements issues with current and future AM tasking;
  • Scrutinising the relevant TRANSOps to ensure they correspond to the ratified tasking shown on the AT Flying program;
  • To have an understanding of the A4 Exemptions Cell and how it operates to help back fill when manpower dictates;
  • Any other Movs related duties as directed by SO2 / SO3 A3 Plans.
  • Must either have been, or currently be, a Sergeant (Logs (Mov)) or a Cpl (Logs (Mov)) 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.
  • Have an understanding of the SMAC process;
  • The ability to multi-task in a high tempo environment;
  • High level of communication skills;
  • Logs Movs Dangerous Goods by Air qualification (Courses can be provided);
  • Logs Movs Explosives Authorised Representative (Courses can be provided).
  • Aircraft Load Planning;
  • Previous Movs Experience within ASCOT/A3/A4 and/or DSCOM;
  • Knowledge of BOCS;
  • HQ experience;
  • Experienced across all aspects of the Logs (Movs) trade.

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:

FS N Evans – FS Movs A3 Plans

Mil: 95461 6531

Civ: 01993 896531

E-mail: Nez.Evans249@mod.gov.uk

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 P Graham - SO2 A3 Plans

Mil: 95461 5514
Civ:  01993 895514

E-mail: Paul.Graham699@mod.gov.uk

Or

FS N Evans – FS Movs A3 Plans

Mil: 95461 6531

Civ: 01993 896531

E-mail: Nez.Evans249@mod.gov.uk

The closing date for applications is 22 May 2022 and interviews (unless prom board required) will take place week commencing 13 June 2022.

 

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 (Home 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.

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/HC)/ADC 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 with this position,

This opportunity is closed to applications.