How to Apply:
When you click "Apply Now" at the bottom of this page, you will be required to attach your anonymised CV and give a supporting statement of 1000 words on the Experience criteria below.
Timeline:
- Advert Closes for applications: 03/08/2026
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Shortlisting: Week commencing: 03/08/2026
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Interviews: Week commencing: 10/08/2026
We will try to meet the dates set out in the advert. There may be occasions when these dates change. You will be provided with sufficient notice of the confirmed dates.
Sift/Shortlist Criteria:
All applications are processed anonymously. You will be short-listed against the following criteria - assessed by both your anonymised CV and personal statement.
Experience:
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This specialist technical leadership role demands a high level of technical expertise, currency and credibility. Candidates should demonstrate strong knowledge of geodetic and PNT processing systems, including their use in hydrographic data processing, the teams processes and products and the ability to identify inaccuracies in GNSS data and wider risks to maritime positioning systems.
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You will identify and deliver improvements that increase team efficiency and accuracy while maintaining high-quality products and services for customers.
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You will have demonstrable experience in communicating and influencing with a wide variety of audiences and you will need to help lead through change.
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As a technical coach and mentor, you will need to be capable of developing colleagues, enabling them to broaden their technical knowledge, skills and behaviours.
Interview Criteria:
You will be interviewed against the following criteria:
Experience:-
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Technical knowledge and experience in relation to the role (assessed by a presentation)
Civil Service Behaviours (SEO Level)
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Seeing the Big Picture
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Changing and Improving
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Leadership
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Communicating and Influencing (assessed by a presentation)
See here for further information: Success Profiles: Civil Service Behaviours
Process:
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Single Stage Interview via MS TEAMS. You will be contacted to book a suitable slot if you are shortlisted (see our Candidate Pack for further information)
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Interview will be with a panel of no more than 3 people and will last approximately 45 minutes. If selected for interview, you will be required to give a 10 minute presentation as noted above. The title of the presentation will be provided in your Invitation to Interview.
Onboarding Checks:
SC Reserved
This is a Ministry of Defence reserved post and open to sole UK nationals only. Successful applicants will require a security clearance (SC) and therefore need to have resided in the UK for a minimum of 12 consecutive months within the last 5 years.
Please note, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.
Due to the secure nature of our work, there may be eligibility restrictions if you hold dual nationality or are not a British Citizen. We will consider each application on a case-by-case basis. We will ask you in our application form to confirm your place of birth and details of any dual or previous nationalities.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
