DfT/180/17/MCA. Graduate Trainee Surveyor - 2 Year Fixed Term Appointm

Do you want to help make the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) the best maritime safety organisation in the world?

Joining MCA isn't just getting a new job, it is about joining an organisation that makes a real difference to our society.

This is your opportunity to assist in the work activities of MCA Surveyors in maintaining high standards of marine safety, minimise loss of life amongst seafarers and coastal users and minimise pollution from ships of both the sea and coastline.

You'll complete a training programme to become an MCA Marine Surveyor and gain an understanding of the government's maritime strategy for 'Safer Ships and Cleaner Seas'.

The size, scale and importance of these activities mean that you will quickly develop invaluable and transferable skills and experience.

In this exciting role, you'll:
• gain an understanding of survey, inspection, audit and enforcement activities
• complete the required elements of the MCA Graduate Trainee Surveyor programme to a satisfactory standard
• assist Policy Managers and Marine Office Surveyors with their key responsibilities in developing regulations and guidance
• attend Marine Office and HQ Branch Management meetings
• support HR best practice

There'll be times where you'll be asked to travel on official duty within the UK and short term visits overseas or offshore, which may involve overnight stays away from home. You'll need a passport valid for international travel and driving licence valid for driving in the UK.

About you:
You will have studied for a degree in naval architecture, marine engineering or mechanical engineering.

You're used to working with information and are familiar with the Microsoft Office suite of programmes.

You don't need to have had previous employment experience as this is an industrial placement. Any previous maritime experience, while not essential, would be an advantage.

About us:
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) implements the government's maritime safety policy in the United Kingdom and works to prevent the loss of life and occurrence of pollution on the coast and at sea.

The Directorate of Maritime Safety and Standards (DMSS) inspect and survey ships to ensure that they are meeting both UK and international safety, security and anti-pollution standards. Additionally, DMSS works closely with the Directorate of the United Kingdom Shipping Register (DUKSR) in providing certification to ships and seafarers, the registering of vessels on the UK flag and responding to pollution from shipping and offshore installations.

You should use the Civil Service Competency Framework, referring to the relevant competency definitions for the grade advertised. The indicators listed on the attached document have been identified as most appropriate; please ensure that the evidence in your application meets the requirements of the role.

The post is offered on a Fixed Term contract for 2 years with a possibility of permanency.

Person specification
Please state which qualification you hold.

Licences
Full UK Driving Licence

Qualifications
Suitable applicants will have studied for a degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.

Competencies

We'll assess you against these competencies during the selection process:
Changing and improving Seeing the big picture Making effective decisions Collaborating and partnering Delivering at pace
Civil Service Competency Framework

Benefits

Pensions
Civil Service pension schemes may be available for successful candidates.

Benefits
Besides the rewarding nature of the job itself, the benefits that come with it are excellent.

The package includes generous leave entitlement, attractive pension options, flexible working and other policies to enable a good work/life balance, including beneficial childcare arrangements.

You'll also benefit from our commitment to nurturing and developing talent.

Things you need to know

Security

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check .

Medical
Successful candidates will be expected to have a medical.

Nationality statement
Candidates will be subject to UK immigration requirements as well as Civil Service nationality rules .

If you're applying for a role requiring security clearance please be aware that foreign or dual nationality is not an automatic bar. However certain posts may have restrictions which could affect those who do not have sole British nationality or who have personal connections with certain countries outside the UK.

Selection process details
If successful and transferring from another Government Department a Disclosure and Barring Security Check may be carried out.

Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Nationality requirements
Open to UK, Commonwealth and European Economic Area (EEA) and certain non EEA nationals. Further information on whether you are able to apply is available here .

Eligibility

Candidates in their probationary period are eligible to apply for vacancies within this department.

Grade entry qualifications
Suitable applicants will have studied for a degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.

Working for the Civil Service

The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.

We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles .

The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. There is a guaranteed interview scheme (GIS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Salary: GBP24,876 - GBP26,120. Date posted: 15/03/2017