Vetting administrator apprentice

Introduction

Ansaldo Nuclear is looking for an apprentice to support the Security Controller, working on defence contracts and support in building and maintaining the security management system. You will manage the clearance and compliance process for employees and contractors. liaising with the HR team and external partners.

About the Employer

Ansaldo Nuclear Ltd is the largest independent turnkey provider of nuclear engineering, manufacturing and services in the UK, and part of Ansaldo Nucleare SpA. The Company’s involvement in the nuclear industry began with the construction of the first nuclear reactor in the UK for the Dounreay Power Plant. Since then, Ansaldo Nuclear Ltd has supplied an extensive range of equipment and solutions to most UK nuclear power stations – including fuel route, remote handling, inspection equipment, encapsulation and waste handling. Ansaldo Nuclear Ltd also operates in the defence sector.

What You'll Do

Day to day tasks include:

• Support site pass applications
• Process and record all vetting applications / clearances
• Monitor existing clearance expiries and proactively follow up on outstanding requests
• Carry out aftercare to healthily maintain all types of security clearance, updating ID when required
• Ensure all vetting requests are recorded and actioned in a timely and efficient manner
• Provide support in the application of all types of vetting (BPSS, SC, ESC, DV, EDV)
• Deliver a first-class security clearance administration process
• Maintain a controlled access to restricted areas within the main office
• Work closely with HR on the BPSS process and maintain the BPSS register
• Support the security controller with project specific security breifings
• Manage and update the PMI database system
• Assist in security audits both external and internal
• Take ownership of general day to day administration within the security department
• Update and maintain records of new starters and project vetting requirements
• Liaise with external agencies such as UK National Security Vetting, the Disclosure and Barring Service and our client security / site passes

Training Outcome

• Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be an opportunity for a full-time position

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Administrative skills
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience
• Mature mindset
• Maintain confidentiality

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English, Maths and Science - 9-4 minimum

Course Information

Course: Business administrator (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Business and administration

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday- Friday, 8.00am- 4.00pm.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: IN-COMM TRAINING AND BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED