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Location: Kyle of Lochalsh, Scotland, United Kingdom

Role Type: Permanent – Full Time

Package: Competitive Salary + Benefits

Role ID: SF19231

Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we are not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting‑edge defence technology to ground‑breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Contractor Control Coordinator at our BUTEC, Kyle of Lochalsh site and Applecross site, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.

As a member of the Estates Delivery discipline within UK Defence Operations, the Contractor Control Co‑ordinator (Estates and Capability) role will provide support to effectively deliver high quality services to our customers.

Your responsibilities will include:

• To lead and co‑ordinate the effective delivery management of contractors and control of work activities on site in accordance with all H&S policies and in particular the Construction Design Management (CDM) Regulations; including induction, permit raising and works monitoring
• To ensure all contractors are inducted bringing attention to the rules, safety procedures, hazards and emergency protocols on site
• To ensure the contractor is aware of their host and that the host is available to take charge of the contractor and deliver a weekly plan of sub‑contracted works activities for the Delivery Leads
• Correct issuing of Permission to Proceed for contractors and notify the relevant owner of the task (Delivery Lead / PM / GL / TL) that contractors have attended in accordance with the plan
• To ensure that the H&S performance of contractors and in‑house labour is regularly monitored using the Work Monitoring process and decide the frequency of works monitoring required
• To communicate proposed work to necessary stakeholders, ensuring that any work is, where possible, not conflicting with trials or activities

Essential experience of the Contractor Control Coordinator :

• Previous experience of managing contractors and making sure they have all the required information needed for them to access site and work as efficiently as possible
• Strong organisation experience working with multiple stakeholders and contractors at any one point
• Computer literate and able to demonstrate a working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other IT applications
• Experience and a strong understanding of engineering or facilities management / maintenance
• Working knowledge of the CDM Regulations
• IOSH/NEBOSH Managing Safety

Essential qualifications for the Contractor Control Coordinator:

• To have attained a Level 3 NVQ in engineering or technical (or similar field) OR provide evidence of recent relevant administrative experience in a similar role
• Full driving licence

We value difference and we do not have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.

This role is 37 hours per week based at BUTEC, Kyle of Lochalsh and Applecross sites.

• Travel to other QinetiQ and customer sites will be expected.

BUTEC (British Underwater Test & Evaluation Centre) is a specialised facility focused on underwater testing and evaluation. It supports the development and assessment of various maritime systems including submarines and autonomous underwater vehicles. Working towards the advancement of underwater technology including innovations in sonar, navigation and communication systems in real‑world scenarios.

As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there has never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.

As a QinetiQ employee, you will experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experiences enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you’ll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture. www.qinetiq.com/en/careers/life-at-qinetiq

• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days.
• Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
• Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more
• We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
• Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community.

We want to make sure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible and we aspire to bring out the best in our candidates by creating an environment where everyone feels valued, heard and supported. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your Recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed, applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which means factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.

Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.