Air and Space Operations System (ASOS) Administrative Officer

Job summary

The Air and Space Operations System (ASOS) Administrative Officer (AO) is one of 4 civilian posts established in the Air Traffic Control Squadron (ATC) at RAF Lossiemouth. We are seeking a motivated and adaptable individual with a keen interest in aviation to join our team. Applicants should be able to communicate effectively, possess basic IT and keyboard skills and most importantly work well within a professional team. The AOs perform the same core roles of the military ASOS and are a vital part of the ATC Squadron. We deliver ATC Services to Station based Poseidon and Typhoon aircraft, Moray Flying Club and a wide variety of visitors during the working week. Additionally, ATC provides vital H24 support to Quick Reaction Alert (North) and Maritime Patrol Aircraft Operations.

This post is advertised as a full-time position 37 hours per week., following a regular shift pattern of days and nights, which includes weekend work.

Job description

Post Holder�s routine tasks will include:

Driving duties on and around the airfield in support of flying operations, the Squadron and other ad hoc tasking.

Filtering incoming calls, monitoring flying programmes and disseminating information.

Operating and updating various IT systems, including weather data and aircraft movements.

Working as a core part of a small team supporting aircraft on departure, arrival and in the immediate vicinity of the airfield.

Controlling vehicles on the airfield and recording aircraft movements.

Providing last look checks of aircraft in the critical stages of departure, arrival and when flying in the visual circuit.

Assisting Controllers in support of flying operations and the supervision of the airfield.

Each of these roles requires specific professional training, provided by suitably qualified personnel within ATC. The AO duties can progress to managing the ASOS shift and provide the opportunity to join the small but select Training Team.

Person specification

The ability to communicate clearly and effectively is an essential skill, as you will routinely use landline and radio equipment.

You will require basic IT skills to operate the various dedicated systems used in support of flying operations.

It is desirable to have previously attended the ASOS Course, but not essential. In this case, the successful candidate will be required to complete professional training at RAF Shawbury, Shropshire, which is currently 9-10 weeks.�

Licences

Current UK Driving Licence

Behaviours

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

Benefits

Alongside your salary of �24,985, Ministry of Defence contributes �7,238 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Learning and development tailored to your roleAn environment with flexible working optionsA culture encouraging inclusion and diversityA with an employer contribution of

New entrants will be entitled to 25 days annual leave rising (1 day per year) to 30 days upon completion of 5 years service.�

Competitive maternity, paternity and parental leave to qualifying culture encouraging inclusion and diversity.�
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The post does not offer relocation expenses.�

External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six month probation period.�

Please note: Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed.�

Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts.�

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Where business needs allow, some roles may be suitable for a combination of office and home-based working.� This is a non-contractual arrangement where all office-based employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in office, subject to capacity and any required workplace adjustments. Requirements to attend other locations for official business, or work in another MOD office, will also count towards this level of attendance. Applicants can request further information regarding how this may work in their team from the Vacancy Holder (see advert for contact details). Defence Business Services cannot respond to any questions about working arrangements.

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