MOD Training Programme Manager

We're currently recruiting for an MOD Training Programme Manager for UK MOD contracts within the Training Operations (UK) team based in our Helicopter Training Academy in Yeovil. The primary focus of this role, is to be responsible for the delivery of UK MOD contracted programmes for both acquisition and in-service; to schedule and budget, whilst delivering excellent customer satisfaction. Contracts span across all training elements, including; Synthetic Training Equipment, Aircrew and Maintainer grounds school, Flying Training Delivery, and close liaison with off-site training centres located at the UK MOD site at Yeovilton. The Training Programme Manager will act as the primary interface and single point of contract, and across all Leonardo internal functions.

Please note that the JFF Level on this role is; JFF Level 7 (Business Support)

What you'll be doing as the MOD Training Programme Manager;

• Overseeing the delivery of all training aspects of the MOD Programmes to a high standard, on schedule, and to budget


• Maintaining and monitoring the nominated programme budgets and taking the necessary actions to ensure the profitability of all aspects under your control


• Regularly reviewing and reporting, with the Training team and Project Team, on the status of the nominated contract, highlighting key points that could impact the contract to the Head of Training Operations (UK)


• Effectively identify and manage programmes risks, ensuring effective and appropriate mitigation actions are identified and applied


• Provide the Training team with senior management support as required on projects and providing a point of contact to the customer for issues that need to be resolved to ensure customer satisfaction


• Maintain a close working relationship with the different training function managers to ensure technical activities are delivered in line with the projects contractual obligations


• Use timely communication, regular reviews, performance feedback, and the setting of appropriate work objectives, targets and measurements to confirm and incorporate the business' direction, intent and goals within your functions day to day activities


• Ensure the team is working collaboratively with all stakeholder teams to achieve targets


• Manage the activity to ensure all processes are standardised, documented and updated, and are adhered to


• Be responsible for the monthly programme CPR (Contract Performance Report) submission ensuring submissions are accurate, in accordance with contract, and that any variances and risks are identified and explained


• Analyse monthly KPI results to identify areas of risk to achievement of targets and review mitigation plans
  
  Educated to degree level or an equivalent level of experience within an Aerospace or Training Programme Management or Training environment


• Previous experience working either for the MOD, or for a MOD supplier


• Experience of managing commercial arrangements where service delivery and financial responsibility are key elements



• Excellent leadership skills


• Fantastic communication skills and the ability to build, develop and maintain relationships with both internal and customer stakeholders, You must be eligible for full security clearance. For more information and guidance please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels
  
  Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 8,000 are based at 8 sites throughout the UK.


At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people's full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection.

This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo's future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us.

Pulled from the full job description

• Additional leave


• Car scheme


• Company pension


• Cycle to work scheme


• Flexible schedule


• Gym membership


• Private medical insurance, With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people.


• Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us


• Company funded flexible benefits: We offer award-winning flexible benefits plan, having won the Best Flexible Working Policy Award, Best Flexible Benefits Strategy and Best Flexible Benefits Plan in 2023. These include; access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance)


• Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year


• Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution)


• Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers)


• Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme


• Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera


• Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member


• Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below