Job Description

If you'd like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given.
Role title: Team Leader (Technical Authors & Administrators)
Location: RG7 4PR & RG30 3RR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking.

Package: 49,480 - 60,000 (depending on your suitability & level of experience)
Closing date: 30th April 2025

Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application.
Let us introduce the role
The Capability Group within the Business Transformation Engineering sub-function at AWE, are looking to appoint a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead a team of Technical Authors and Administrators in support of various programmes. We would like forward-thinking leaders that possesses the qualities to manage a team and transform how we author and provide technical information to operational areas. Due to the classified nature of the work involved, there are limited opportunities to work from home with this role. It is anticipated that the successful candidates will be expected to work on site at least 75% of the time at AWE Aldermaston or Burghfield.
You would be responsible for one of five Technical Author teams working within the Capability project to establish, integrate, and maintain local processes in Engineering at AWE. Training on the job can be provided, as required.
Who are we looking for?
Whilst not to be considered a tick list, we'd like you to have experience in some of the following:Defining and managing the team's operational plans to ensure delivery of Manufacturing and engineering Processes and their Governance Accountability for leading, coaching and developing a diverse team of people at a local level to deliver technical and personal objectives safely and securely to meet our operational plans (First Level Leader) Assessing staff performance, measured against agreed personal objectives and accountabilities, and taking corrective action to improve performance where necessary via appropriate management interventions Ensuring that the work undertaken by the team and/or teams is consistent with AWE strategy, policies, processes, procedures, and quality standards Working within Capability under Business Transformation to establish, integrate and maintain local processes in Technology Centres Working with the engineering communities to provide problem resolution, guidance, and governance Maintaining and promoting high personal standards in environment, safety, health, security, and quality and be a great team player Ensuring direct reports (and their direct reports as applicable) are SQEP, competent and developed appropriately to meet both current and future objectives Identification of all legislation and regulatory requirements associated with new and existing processes, ensuring compliance Additional accountabilities for this job profile are defined and appointed through Chief Engineer Management Arrangements

We would like the successful candidate to have excellent organisational and stakeholder management skills and be able to interface between Technology Centres, PLM communities and the wider Engineering workforce.
We would love you to have the following skills:Technical Authoring Understanding of Licence Conditions and Environmental Permitting Regulations Manufacturing system documentation generation In depth understanding of Engineering business processes Experience of successfully managing a high performing and motivated team and the ability to deconflict high priority work/projects Proven track record of driving delivery, performance, and continuous improvement Excellent decision making and problem-solving abilities Competence in the use of MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) A degree or HNC/HND in a STEM discipline, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent NQF level 4/5 qualification Possess appropriate experience within a manufacturing environment (desirable) Project Management skills and knowledge of associated tools are a strong advantage

Some reasons we think you'll love it here:
AWE has wide range of benefits to suit you. These include:9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave. Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions) Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services Life Assurance (4 x annual salary) Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring

The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'.

You must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the security clearance required for the role (more information on this can be found on our website) and be willing and able to work in designated areas.

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Next steps:
Everyone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table. We recognise that great people don't always 'tick every box'. That's why we focus on your potential, your fit with our values, your transferable skills as well as your experience. Even if you don't meet every point above, but you feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please go ahead and apply, we'd love to receive your application.
Important things you need to know:We encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment if applications are high and the role therefore closes. You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV. We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process. Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1 stage process.

Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide will be stored in accordance with GDPR and kept separate from your application form and CV, and the information will not be shared with anyone involved in interviewing or making hiring decisions.
Please note that you must be a British Citizen to apply for a role with us.