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Role Title: Senior Designer Womens - Knitwear Department: Design Reports To: Head of Design Womenswear Contract Type: Permanent Working Arrangements/Pattern: Full Time, 35 hours Working Location: FatFace HQ, Havant Who are we? For over 30 years, we’ve travelled, we’ve laughed, we’ve grown. We believe life is for living and more fun with those we love. We are Made for Life. Our mission statement: Crafting clothes for life’s everyday adventures. Today, tomorrow and always. Our Product formula: Considered style. Trusted Quality. B Corp certified. We are proud to have featured in the Sunday Times top 10 best places to work 2025 and best places to work for women 2025. Equality and inclusion isn’t an aspiration but the standard. We promote and drive equality within our workforce to ignite an inclusive foundation for us all to build from and truly connect with our customers, colleagues, and communities alike. You play a key part in creating an environment free from prejudice, racism, sexism, harassment, bullying and any other form of marginalisation in our workplaces. We’re looking for a Senior Women’s Knitwear Designer to shape one of our most exciting categories. Bring creativity, technical skill and a passion for yarn, stitch and silhouette to craft thoughtful, modern knitwear. Collaborate with our product teams to drive newness, sustainable yarn stories and create pieces that look great, feel great and truly delight our customers. Role Summary We’re looking for a creative, technically skilled, and commercially minded Knitwear Designer to shape and develop our knitted collections across womenswear. Working collaboratively with our Design, Buying, and Technical teams, you’ll create innovative, high‑quality knitwear that reflects the FatFace brand ethos—considered style, trusted quality, and crafted for life’s everyday adventures. You’ll be responsible for driving newness through yarn selection, stitch development, and thoughtful construction while ensuring every piece delivers great fit, durability, and aligned to our preferred materials targets. With a strong eye for trends and an ability to translate concepts into beautifully executed knitted garments, you’ll play a key part in building ranges that excite our customers and exceed their expectations. Role Responsibilities • Design knitwear garments for all phases and seasons for womenswear., • Own category design while supporting other areas as needed., • Create CAD range plans to ensure choice and key looks., • Produce design packs, CADs, and artworks for high-quality first samples within critical path timelines., • Ensure designs are fit for purpose and meet quality standards., • Organise supplier kick-off meetings/trips and build strong supplier relationships., • Review ranges with buyers to ensure choice, newness, and maximise best sellers., • Work with garment technologists and buyers to deliver fit, silhouette, and details aligned with our FatFace product formula., • Present seasonal ranges and product vision to teams, directors & CEO., • Research themes and trends to support design direction presentations., • Drive newness by staying ahead of current and future trends., • Travel for inspiration and sourcing trips (UK and overseas)., • Create seasonal yarn boards focusing on sustainability and cost., • Collaborate with technical team to test new yarns for performance and quality., • Develop and present trend packs, mood boards, and forecasts for strategy sign-off., • Mentor and support category assistants., • Align self to companies social and environmental mission and champion any actions that you can directly impact. Skills and Experience • Fashion degree or equivalent., • Designer/Junior Designer experience in womenswear essential., • Experience in supplier development trips (China, Europe)., • Strong presentation and communication skills., • Excellent research, organisation, and prioritisation abilities., • Creative with a passion for fashion and detail., • Team player, adaptable across categories. Role Competencies • Knowledge of yarns, knitwear construction, fabrics, and sustainable choices., • Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)., • Ability to create accurate garment drawings and translate designs to 3D., • Understanding of colour stories and trend forecasting., • Knowledge of factory processes and garment production., • Strong commercial awareness and competitor understanding., • Ability to articulate current and future trends confidently. Collaboration and Deliverables: Collaboration ☐ External Agency or Consultant ☒ External Supplier ☐ NEXT Business Partners ☒ FatFace Directors ☐ Store Teams ☒ Internal Product Teams (Design, Buying, Merchandising) ☒ Internal Support Teams (Finance, IT, Retail Operations, People, Compliance, Property) ☒ Internal Creative Teams (Marketing, Creative, Studio) ☒ Industry Networking Deliverables ☒ Department Spend vs Budget ☒ Team Performance and Development ☐ Compliance and Governance Requirements ☐ Commercial Reporting ☒ Project Delivery ☒ Timelines and Deadlines ☒ Resource Planning FatFace Benefits: Financial & Protection Benefits • Sick pay allowances, • Critical Illness Income protection/ Death in service (for salaried colleagues), • Pension scheme – with net deduction and salary sacrifice options, • Dental insurance (colleague funded) Discounts & Perks • 60% off FatFace products, • 25% discount at Next stores (across full price products), • O2 phone discount, • Discounted gym membership, • Cycle to Work scheme (for salaried colleagues), • EV vehicle scheme (for salaried colleagues), • Perkbox – our online platform offering:, • Day-one access, • Exclusive brand discounts, • Wellbeing content, • Home workouts and more Health & Wellbeing • Specsavers eye care scheme, • Eye tests and contributions to glasses, • Free period products, • EAP support 24/7 via UNUM, Retail Trust, and Fashion & Textiles Support Learning & Development • THRIVE – our learning management system:, • Day-one access, • 1,000s of learning resources Time Off & Leave • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Sabbatical leave (in line with service), • Enhanced family-friendly policies – including enhanced maternity leave, • Flexible Working Opportunities – flexible working requests can be made from day one of employment and are considered on an individual basis. Additional Perks • Refer a Friend scheme We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply — you might be just the right fit.

Delivery Manager 📍 Location: Portsmouth 🕒 Full-time We are seeking an experienced and driven Delivery Manager to join our growing team, overseeing the successful delivery of shiprepair, fabrication, mechanical fitting, and pipe fitting projects. This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone with a strong marine or engineering background who thrives in a fast-paced, safety-critical environment. The Role As Delivery Manager, you will be responsible for supervising teams, managing projects from quotation through to completion, and ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency are maintained. Key Responsibilities • Lead, supervise, and monitor workforce activities across shiprepair, fabrication, mechanical fitting, and pipefitting operations, • Plan, cost, and deliver projects, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are achieved, • Maintain compliance with health & safety regulations, company policies, and industry standards, • Manage workforce allocation, performance, and development, supporting training and onboarding, • Ensure high standards of housekeeping across workshops, vessels, and operational sites, • Oversee maintenance and servicing of machinery, equipment, and pipework systems, • Monitor and control tools, equipment, and materials to prevent loss and ensure availability, • Support procurement processes to maintain efficient operations, • Produce reports on project progress, quality, and completion, • Act as a key point of contact for operational issues, including emergency or on-call shiprepair work What We’re Looking For • Minimum 5 years’ experience in shiprepair, marine, mechanical, or civil engineering environments, • Strong knowledge of mechanical fitting and/or pipefitting, • Proven experience supervising teams and delivering engineering projects, • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications, • Excellent organisational, planning, and problem-solving skills, • Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively at all levels, • A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently, • Willingness to travel to other sites when required, • Full UK driving licence

HR Manager (UK) Fareham, Hampshire (Hybrid working) £45,000 – £50,000 + £10,000 bonus + excellent benefits We are partnering with a well-established international healthcare organisation to recruit an HR Manager (UK) for their UK head office in Fareham. This is a high-impact role offering the opportunity to shape the UK HR function while collaborating with global colleagues across a growing international group. This position combines hands-on operational HR leadership with strategic HR initiatives, making it ideal for a confident HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys influencing senior stakeholders. The Role Reporting to the Managing Director, the HR Manager will lead the UK HR function and provide expert HR guidance to senior leadership while ensuring full compliance with UK employment law. Key responsibilities include: • Acting as a trusted HR advisor to the Managing Director and leadership team, • Leading the UK HR function and managing an HR Assistant, • Managing employee relations cases including disciplinaries, grievances, absence and performance management, • Ensuring compliance with UK employment legislation and HR best practice, • Partnering with managers on recruitment, workforce planning and talent development, • Supporting culture, engagement and performance initiatives, • Overseeing payroll processes and HR governance, • Contributing to HR projects and global group initiatives Candidate Profile We are looking for a commercially minded HR professional who is confident influencing at senior level. Requirements: • CIPD Level 5 minimum (Level 7 desirable), • Minimum 5 years’ HR experience in the UK, • Strong knowledge of UK employment law, • Experience in a standalone or autonomous HR role, • Proven experience managing employee relations cases, • Experience developing junior HR staff, • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Package & Benefits • Salary: £45,000 – £50,000, • Bonus up to £10,000, • Hybrid working, • 25 days holiday + bank holidays, • Pension scheme (5% employer contribution), • Private healthcare (BUPA), • Life assurance and income protection, • Employee Assistance Programme

Job Title: Programme Estimator Location: HM Naval Base, Portsmouth (HMNBP) Service Area: Infrastructure Programme Hours of Work: 37 Per week Salary: £50,000 – 60,000 What you will be doing: This role is responsible for leading and coordinating all cost planning activities across the programme, ensuring alignment with programme interdependencies and maintaining oversight of emerging risks and issues. It also includes an understanding and adherence to the Authorities planning and funding cycles. • Developing, managing and updating cost plans for the 20 Year Infrastructure Plan and the 1 Year Forward Works Plan, • Monitoring and reporting on in-year Infrastructure Programme cost plans, • Provide cost analysis and input to the strategic options What you will bring: • The ability to create cost plans and estimates by benchmarking and the use of historical site data, • Able to apply the principles of ‘Earned Value Management’, • Ensure programme structures to support ‘though life cost’ and ‘total cost of ownership’ requirements, • Ability to develop and maintain investment appraisals, using standard methods e.g. NPV, • Understanding of a gateway process with full understanding of the RIBA project stages and how these are applied with regards to cost planning, • Sound knowledge of the application of qualitative and quantitative risk, • Knowledge of the interfaces and inputs from planning team in relation to the cost plan, • Ability to analyse and interpret project progress cost reports and acting on any issues, • Maintaining effective communications with all stakeholders, • Reporting on programme cost at regular intervals About you: • Previous and broad range of PMO and Programme Management cost planning experience, • Knowledge of cost planning tools, SharePoint (or similar), Microsoft Office, CAFM and SAP, • Experience of working in a complex operational environment with a wide variety of marine, building, civil and system assets You’ll get: • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Holiday purchase scheme, following successful completion of probation period, • Early finish on a Friday, • Discretionary company bonus scheme, • Enhanced pension scheme – employee contribution 4% and company contribution 6%, or the employee can increase their contribution to 6% and company contribution 8%, • Life assurance x 4 (subject to scheme T&C’s), • Access to our internal benefits and discounts programme for all colleagues, • Cycle to work scheme, • Group income protection, • Flexible parental benefits (if applicable), • Free parking onsite, • Access to our Internal employee assistance network, giving you the opportunity to reach the heights of success within your new position., • Continued professional career development, • Kudos reward opportunities (internal achievements scheme), • Occupational Health & Wellbeing Services, • 50% off entry into the Historic Dockyard Application process: Applications are urged to apply prior to the advertising closing date of 7th April 2026 Background checks & security Please note that due to the nature of the site we are based on and the work carried out, once offered we carry out a number of pre-employment checks which include UKSV clearance applications – you will need to be eligible for this and willing to go through the process. For more information, please speak with the Talent & Recruitment team. About us: At KBS Maritime, we're not just another company – we're an exciting and dynamic joint venture between industry leaders BAE Systems and KBR. Our team is dedicated to providing Asset Management, Infrastructure Management, Energy Solutions and Alongside Services at His Majesty's Naval Base Portsmouth (HMNBP), the beating heart of the Royal Navy. With almost two-thirds of the Royal Navy's surface ships stationed at HMNBP, working with KBS Maritime means being at the forefront of innovation and progress. We operate in a unique and fascinating environment, with a mix of historic dockyards and cutting-edge infrastructure that's unlike any other. By delivering state of the art solutions to the Royal Navy, KBS Maritime offers the chance to work on projects that make a real difference to the safety, security, and sustainability of the UK's National Defence and Security. But it's not just about the work – at KBS Maritime, we believe in the value of our people. We have the ethos of a small business, which means we value and empower our team members to succeed. KBS Maritime is committed to building a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of every social or cultural background, age, gender, ability, sexual orientation, and belief. We will make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process to accommodate any disability. In the first instance, if you require this job advert in an alternative format, or require any assistance, please contact

Job Title: Lifting Appointed Person (AP) Location: HM Naval Base, Portsmouth Service Area: Service Delivery, Alongside Services Hours of Work: 37 hours per week, additional shifts and on-call hours to be discussed at interview Salary: £38,000 to £41,000 What you will be doing: • You will lead the planning and delivery of intermediate and complex lifting operations, taking day‑to‑day responsibility for assessing heavy lift tasks and completing AP referrals with safety as the priority., • You’ll produce and review lift plans, ensure RAMS are understood and followed, and brief slingers, crane drivers and stakeholders clearly and confidently., • Working collaboratively with Royal Navy vessels and Civil Engineers, you’ll coordinate DERT forms, resolve ground loading challenges and apply sound judgement in a dynamic operational environment., • As a skilled Port Operative, you’ll support wider port activities, raise risks and improvement opportunities, and act as Deputy Managing AP when required — demonstrating proactivity, strong communication, teamwork and leadership, while living the KBS values every day., • You will report directly to the Managing Appointed Person and act as their deputy when required. What you will bring: • Proven experience as a Lifting Appointed Person, with a recognised Lifting Appointed Person qualification, • Experience developing and delivering intermediate and complex lift plans, • Strong working knowledge of LOLER 1998, PUWER 1998 and BS7121, • An in‑depth understanding of lifting equipment, processes and safe systems of work, • Experience working within Portsmouth Naval Base or similar complex operational environments, • The confidence to communicate professionally and effectively with the Royal Navy and other stakeholders, • A proactive, solution‑focused mindset and the ability to manage risk under pressure, • A positive, collaborative approach to teamwork, • A willingness to learn and develop further as a skilled Port Operative, • Experience using LICCON is beneficial but not essential., • Full UK driving licence, • Eligibility to hold (or currently hold) full security clearance About you: • You will have experience working as a specialist in a safety‑critical role that combines technical expertise in lifting operations with hands‑on port operative responsibilities., • You will have undertaken a key role in the planning, coordination and delivery of complex and heavy lifting operations, ensuring all activities are carried out safely, efficiently and in full compliance with legislation and standards. You’ll get: • A competitive salary, • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Holiday purchase scheme, following successful completion of probation period, • Early finish on a Friday, • Discretionary company bonus scheme, • Enhanced pension scheme – employee contribution 4% and company contribution 6%, or the employee can increase their contribution to 6% and company contribution 8%, • Life assurance x 4 (subject to scheme T&C’s), • Access to our internal benefits and discounts programme for all colleagues, • Cycle to work scheme, • Group income protection, • Flexible parental benefits (if applicable), • Free parking onsite, • Access to our Internal employee assistance network, giving you the opportunity to reach the heights of success within your new position., • Continued professional career development, • Kudos reward opportunities (internal achievements scheme), • Occupational Health & Wellbeing Services, • 50% off entry into the Historic Dockyard Application process: Applications are urged to apply prior to the advertising closing date of Monday 6th April 2026. Background checks & security Please note that due to the nature of the site we are based on and the work carried out, once offered we carry out a number of pre-employment checks which include UKSV clearance applications – you will need to be eligible for this and willing to go through the process. For more information, please speak with the Talent & Recruitment team. About us: At KBS Maritime, we're not just another company – we're an exciting and dynamic joint venture between industry leaders BAE Systems and KBR. Our team is dedicated to providing Asset Management, Infrastructure Management, Energy Solutions and Alongside Services at His Majesty's Naval Base Portsmouth (HMNBP), the beating heart of the Royal Navy. With almost two-thirds of the Royal Navy's surface ships stationed at HMNBP, working with KBS Maritime means being at the forefront of innovation and progress. We operate in a unique and fascinating environment, with a mix of historic dockyards and cutting-edge infrastructure that's unlike any other. By delivering state of the art solutions to the Royal Navy, KBS Maritime offers the chance to work on projects that make a real difference to the safety, security, and sustainability of the UK's National Defence and Security. But it's not just about the work – at KBS Maritime, we believe in the value of our people. We have the ethos of a small business, which means we value and empower our team members to succeed. KBS Maritime is committed to building a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of every social or cultural background, age, gender, ability, sexual orientation, and belief. We will make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process to accommodate any disability. In the first instance, if you require this job advert in an alternative format, or require any assistance, please contact

Role: Employee Relations Administrator Contract: Full-Time (35 hours), Fixed-Term (6 months) Location: Havant, Hampshire, PO9 1QJ Working Arrangements: Full-Time Office Based About us Who are we? For over 30 years, we’ve travelled, we’ve laughed, we’ve grown. We believe life is for living and more fun with those we love. We are Made for Life. Our mission statement: Crafting clothes for life’s everyday adventures. Today, tomorrow and always. Our Product formula: Considered style. Trusted Quality. B Corp certified. We are proud to have featured in the Sunday Times top 10 best places to work 2025 and best places to work for women 2025. Equality and inclusion isn’t an aspiration but the standard. We promote and drive equality within our workforce to ignite an inclusive foundation for us all to build from and truly connect with our customers, colleagues, and communities alike. You play a key part in creating an environment free from prejudice, racism, sexism, harassment, bullying and any other form of marginalisation in our workplaces. Role Summary As an Employee Relations Administrator, you will support the Employee Relations Team with day-to-day administrative tasks. Role Responsibilities • Support with administrative ER tasks, for example, responding to emails, filing, letter writing, note taking., • Support with reception cover at Head Office, welcoming visitors and managing incoming calls., • Support the wider People Team with tasks, and cover where required., • To attend meetings, briefings and ad-hoc working groups as appropriate, and contribute to the development of the HR function., • To undertake any other duties, as may from time to time be required, commensurate with the level of the role., • Align self to the company's social and environmental mission and champion any actions that you can directly impact at all times’ Skills and Experience • A passion and interest in Human Resources and people-related issues., • Experience of working within a retail environment or within a mobile workforce, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills., • Good attention to detail and strong organisational skills., • Comfortable using Microsoft Office and HR systems (training provided)., • Enthusiastic, proactive, and eager to learn., • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Role Competencies • Flexibility, openness to change., • Supportive and sensitive approach., • Able to deal with the pressures of a heavy workload., • Service Delivery, • Communication & Interpersonal Skills, • Managing HR Information, • Problem Solving & Process Improvement, • HR Systems and Processes, • Business Understanding, • HR Legislation and Policy, • Good interpersonal skills, including tact and discretion. Collaboration and Deliverables: Collaboration ☐ External Agency or Consultant ☐ External Supplier ☐ NEXT Business Partners ☐ FatFace Directors ☒ Store Teams ☒ Internal Product Teams (Design, Buying, Merchandising) ☒ Internal Support Teams (Finance, IT, Retail Operations, People, Compliance, Property) ☒ Internal Creative Teams (Marketing, Creative, Studio) ☐ Industry Networking Deliverables ☐ Department Spend vs Budget ☐ Team Performance and Development ☐ Compliance and Governance Requirements ☐ Commercial Reporting ☐ Project Delivery ☒ Timelines and Deadlines ☐ Resource Planning FatFace Benefits: Financial & Protection Benefits • Sick pay allowances, • Critical Illness Income protection/ Death in service (for salaried colleagues), • Pension scheme – with net deduction and salary sacrifice options, • Dental insurance (colleague funded) Discounts & Perks, • 60% off FatFace products, • 25% discount at Next stores (across full price products), • O2 phone discount, • Discounted gym membership, • Cycle to Work scheme (for salaried colleagues), • EV vehicle scheme (for salaried colleagues), • Perkbox – our online platform offering: o Day-one access o Exclusive brand discounts o Wellbeing content o Home workouts and more Health & Wellbeing • Specsavers eye care scheme o Eye tests and contributions to glasses • Free period products, • EAP support 24/7 via UNUM, Retail Trust, and Fashion & Textiles Support Learning & Development, • THRIVE – our learning management system: o Day-one access o 1,000s of learning resources Time Off & Leave • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Sabbatical leave (in line with service), • Enhanced family-friendly policies – including enhanced maternity leave, • Flexible Working Opportunities – flexible working requests can be made from day one of employment and are considered on an individual basis. Additional Perks • Refer a Friend scheme We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply — you might be just the right fit.

Job Title: Strategic Projects Manager (Mechanical) Location: HM Naval Base, Portsmouth (HMNBP) Service Area: Asset Management, Strategy Hours of Work: 37 Per week Salary: Competitive What you’ll be doing: The Strategic Projects Manager is responsible for delivering strategic projects from start to finish, including feasibility studies, surveys, user requirement documents, and RIBA Stage 0–2 design work. These projects help inform the strategies and asset management plans shaping Portsmouth Naval Base now and in the future. The role includes: • Developing tender briefs in close collaboration with the client, managing the full tender process, appointing the successful supplier, and overseeing the contract through to completion—whether the output is a survey, feasibility study, or RIBA Stage 2 design., • Reviewing and preparing project requirements forms with the client for a range of upcoming projects. These documents support project planning by determining priorities and scheduling., • Prioritising project and programmes according to urgency and available resources, as with any client, funding is limited. What you will bring: • Strong technical knowledge across a range of engineering systems, including building systems including HVAC, Refrigerant system, Chilled Water systems, gas, steam, fresh water, sewage, Sanitary Plumbing, Rainwater disposal and Catchment, CHP plants and low‑temperature hot water, domestic water systems; and workshop systems such as LEV, workshop machinery, lifting equipment, and high‑ and low‑pressure air systems., • A solid understanding of the full engineering lifecycle, from initial concept through to in‑service support., • Confident communication in excellent written and spoken English and have a thorough working knowledge of building regulations, British Standards for mechanical systems, and key regulatory frameworks including PUWER, LOLER, PSSR, F‑gas, Legionella and DSEAR., • Understanding of the engineering, procurement and construction aspects required to deliver major projects successfully., • A good understanding of all other disciplines within the construction field, and have a good working knowledge of these elements including such areas as fire strategies, and the need for compliance, construction methods, types of buildings and their respective services, methods of structural support and the ramifications of different structural methods on services, electrical services etc., • Comfortable working directly with clients and can operate independently without close supervision. Your approach is logical, organised and detail‑driven, and you apply consistent professional judgement in all aspects of your work., • Willing to undertake projects outside you comfort zone that may not be within your trained skill set. About you: • A strong understanding of building services engineering, along with proven experience in both project and programme management., • You must be able to translate complex compliance requirements into practical, actionable engineering solutions while maintaining a high standard of technical oversight., • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills are essential, as is the drive to continuously improve processes and outcomes., • You should be confident in managing technical teams, writing clear scopes of work, reviewing tenders, and applying effective cost control throughout the project lifecycle., • You are flexible in your approach, a team player, conscientious, and able to communicate in a technical and nontechnical environment., • You are flexible in your approach to the types of work that you will undertake and be willing to work in areas that will challenge and may need some background analysis and understanding to allow such elements as the PRF to be written. You’ll get: • A competitive salary, • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Holiday purchase scheme, following successful completion of probation period, • Early finish on a Friday, • Discretionary company bonus scheme, • Enhanced pension scheme – employee contribution 4% and company contribution 6%, or the employee can increase their contribution to 6% and company contribution 8%, • Life assurance x 4 (subject to scheme T&C’s), • Access to our internal benefits and discounts programme for all colleagues, • Cycle to work scheme, • Group income protection, • Flexible parental benefits (if applicable), • Free parking onsite, • Access to our Internal employee assistance network, giving you the opportunity to reach the heights of success within your new position., • Continued professional career development, • Kudos reward opportunities (internal achievements scheme), • Occupational Health & Wellbeing Services, • 50% off entry into the Historic Dockyard Application process: Applications are urged to apply prior to the advertising closing date of 31st March 2026. Background checks & security Please note that due to the nature of the site we are based on and the work carried out, once offered we carry out a number of pre-employment checks which include UKSV clearance applications – you will need to be eligible for this and willing to go through the process. For more information, please speak with the Talent & Recruitment team. About us: At KBS Maritime, we're not just another company – we're an exciting and dynamic joint venture between industry leaders BAE Systems and KBR. Our team is dedicated to providing Asset Management, Infrastructure Management, Energy Solutions and Alongside Services at His Majesty's Naval Base Portsmouth (HMNBP), the beating heart of the Royal Navy. With almost two-thirds of the Royal Navy's surface ships stationed at HMNBP, working with KBS Maritime means being at the forefront of innovation and progress. We operate in a unique and fascinating environment, with a mix of historic dockyards and cutting-edge infrastructure that's unlike any other. By delivering state of the art solutions to the Royal Navy, KBS Maritime offers the chance to work on projects that make a real difference to the safety, security, and sustainability of the UK's National Defence and Security. But it's not just about the work – at KBS Maritime, we believe in the value of our people. We have the ethos of a small business, which means we value and empower our team members to succeed. KBS Maritime is committed to building a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of every social or cultural background, age, gender, ability, sexual orientation, and belief. We will make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process to accommodate any disability. In the first instance, if you require this job advert in an alternative format, or require any assistance, please contact

Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: This role is part of our Sensor Systems Radar business unit in Fareham. The Team Leader for Electrical Assembly will be responsible for leading a team of production operators to deliver high‑quality electrical components and systems for defence applications. Reporting to the Production Manager, the role combines leadership, production oversight, and personnel management to ensure output is delivered safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards. This is a hands-on role where the team leader is expected to contribute to the department's actual output, as well as lead the team. This role offers the opportunity to lead a dedicated team in delivering critical electrical components for defence applications. The Team Leader is expected to uphold the highest standards of quality, safety, and operational efficiency and may be assigned additional duties by the Production Manager. Key Responsibilities: Leadership and Team Management * Lead, coach, and develop a team of production operators. * Foster a culture of accountability, quality, safety, and continuous improvement. * Set clear performance expectations and provide regular performance feedback. * Promote a positive, collaborative working environment. * Conduct Individual Performance Meetings (IPMs). Production Control * Manage day‑to‑day operations of the production line. * Ensure production schedules are met while maintaining quality standards. * Monitor workflow, address bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions. * Work closely with planning and logistics to optimise production flow. Quality Assurance * Ensure strict adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements. * Implement and document quality control measures and process improvements. * Collaborate with the Quality Manager to resolve issues and drive corrective actions. Safety and Compliance * Maintain and enforce a safe working environment. * Ensure compliance with industry regulations and defence-sector requirements. * Investigate safety incidents and near‑misses and implement preventive measures. Continuous Improvement * Identify opportunities for process optimisation and cost or waste reduction. * Lead or support Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives. * Work with engineering and production teams to implement process improvements. * Monitor KPIs and take corrective action when required. Reporting and Documentation * Maintain accurate production, quality, and personnel records. * Produce and analyse reports to assess team and process performance. Qualifications and skills: * Proven leadership experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in electrical assembly. * 3+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience. * Strong understanding of production control, quality assurance, and safety protocols. * Effective team management and interpersonal skills. * Knowledge of relevant industry regulations and standards. * Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making abilities. * Proficiency with manufacturing systems and tools. * Commitment to continuous improvement and safety. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.

Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. What you will be part of Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. The Role: We are seeking an experienced and motivated Production Planner to join our growing team. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient production of our high-tech products. As a Production Planner, you will be supporting development and implementation of production plans, coordinating materials and resources, ensuring the timely delivery of products. As a production planner, you will collaborate with various teams including production, procurement, logistics and engineering to optimize efficiency an achieve production goals. Responsibilities: * Supporting daily tasks within the planning team. * Collaborate with operational teams to develop and maintain production schedules and plans. Supporting the maintenance, and daily co-ordination of shop orders reserved and released from planning to production and stores. * Support NCR requests and re-work tickets for the shop floor. * Control demand for materials and components based on production requirements. * Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely availability of materials and shop orders for production. * Effectively communicate production plans, updates, and challenges to relevant parties. Inventory Support: * Monitor optimized inventory levels to meet production requirements to help minimize holding costs. * Conduct regular inventory analysis to identify slow-moving or obsolete stock. * Coordinate with the stores team to ensure accurate stock counts and resolve any discrepancies. Continuous Improvement: * Maintain a controlled release principle for shop orders, aligned to production capacity. * Identify opportunities for process improvements, demand and cost savings in the procurement and planning functions. * Support projects/initiatives towards implementing continuous improvement activities behind the production plan. Qualifications and Requirements: * Proven experience and understanding as a production planner in a manufacturing environment, preferably in electrical assembly. * Good analytical, problem-solving, and data reporting skills. * Excellent communicator and ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment. * Experience in using ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) and MRP (Material Requirements Planning) systems. * Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively. * Good understanding on Microsoft office applications (Word, PowerPoint and Excel) Personal Attributes * Proactive, hands-on, and solutions-focused person within a growing business. * Strong communicator who thrives in changing production environment. * Analytical thinker with attention to detail. * Reliable, committed, and able to work autonomously. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.

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Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: This role is part of our Sensor Systems Radar business unit in Fareham. The Team Leader for Electrical Assembly will be responsible for leading a team of production operators to deliver high-quality electrical components and systems for defence applications. Reporting to the Production Manager, the role combines leadership, production oversight, and personnel management to ensure output is delivered safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards. This is a hands-on role where the team leader is expected to contribute to the department's actual output, as well as lead the team. This role offers the opportunity to lead a dedicated team in delivering critical electrical components for defence applications. The Team Leader is expected to uphold the highest standards of quality, safety, and operational efficiency and may be assigned additional duties by the Production Manager. Key Responsibilities: Leadership and Team Management Lead, coach, and develop a team of production operators. Foster a culture of accountability, quality, safety, and continuous improvement. Set clear performance expectations and provide regular performance feedback. Promote a positive, collaborative working environment. Conduct Individual Performance Meetings (IPMs). Production Control Manage day-to-day operations of the production line. Ensure production schedules are met while maintaining quality standards. Monitor workflow, address bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions. Work closely with planning and logistics to optimise production flow. Quality Assurance Ensure strict adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements. Implement and document quality control measures and process improvements. Collaborate with the Quality Manager to resolve issues and drive corrective actions. Safety and Compliance Maintain and enforce a safe working environment. Ensure compliance with industry regulations and defence-sector requirements. Investigate safety incidents and near-misses and implement preventive measures. Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities for process optimisation and cost or waste reduction. Lead or support Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives. Work with engineering and production teams to implement process improvements. Monitor KPIs and take corrective action when required. Reporting and Documentation Maintain accurate production, quality, and personnel records. Produce and analyse reports to assess team and process performance. Qualifications and skills: Proven leadership experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in electrical assembly. 3+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience. Strong understanding of production control, quality assurance, and safety protocols. Effective team management and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of relevant industry regulations and standards. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. Proficiency with manufacturing systems and tools. Commitment to continuous improvement and safety. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview. TPBN1_UKTJ

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