Operations Support Manager (SC Cleared) in Bristol

£650 per day (Umbrella/Inside IR35)

***Please note - Due to the nature of the role and the client, the selected candidate must have ACTIVE SC Clearance***

The most ideal candidate will also have MOD Experience

- Support the development and implementation of the operational strategy for the project.
- Assist in ensuring alignment with Defence Lines of Development (DLODs) to meet operational requirements.
- Contribute to the preparation of the SOC, OBCs, FBCs, focusing on operational aspects.
- Support the development and refinement of User Requirements Documents (URDs) to reflect operational needs.
- Assist in translating operational requirements into technical specifications and deliverables.
- Coordinate with stakeholders, including Front-Line Commands (FLCs), to ensure operational needs are met.
- Support the planning and execution of operational trials, testing, and evaluation activities.
- Monitor and report on the progress of operational deliverables and milestones.
- Assist in identifying and managing operational risks and developing mitigation strategies.
- Contribute to the development of training plans for operational personnel.
- Support the development of transition plans for the capability into service.
- Assist in ensuring compliance with MOD policies, including JSPs and the Defence Acquisition Framework (DAF).
- Help ensure the capability meets safety, environmental, and security standards for operational use.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of operational requirements and deliverables.
- Support the development of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure operational effectiveness.
- Assist in stakeholder engagement activities, including organising meetings and workshops.
- Provide input into the procurement strategy to ensure operational requirements are addressed.
- Support the integration of the capability into the wider defence environment, ensuring interoperability.
- Contribute to the capture and documentation of lessons learned during the acquisition phase.
- Provide administrative and logistical support for operational planning and decision-making activities.