This programme has been designed to support people who have had a career break or are trying to transfer their skills in to a new sector or one they used to work in. We know that any gap in work experience or a move away from a sector or skill set makes it very hard to return or join through standard recruitment channels.

As a candidate working with STEM Returners you have access to free CV writing and Interview coaching and if you are successful in securing the role you’ll get access to coaching and mentoring programme to help you thrive in the role.

If you meet the criteria for this role but are unsure if you are eligible for the programme, we encourage you to make an application.

Let us introduce the role.

We are currently recruiting for a Handover Coordinator to manage, organise and control handover activities, on behalf of the Project Manager, to progress successful Handover and delivery of a single project or multiple individual work packages. You will be recommending improvements, where necessary, in accordance with the company’s Security, Quality, Environmental, Safety and Health management arrangements and all applicable legislation.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for someone with strong stakeholder/ Supplier management and influencing skills with the ability to forge positive relationships in a fast paced and service-oriented environment. As well as excellent verbal and written skills, you will need to be well organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks and be able to challenge and problem solve.

We do need you to have the following:

• ONC or equivalent qualification in construction or an engineering discipline or a recognised apprentice training scheme
• Relevant experience in a project delivery role within the construction industry
• Experience using MS office suite of products

Everyone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table. We recognise that great people don’t always ‘tick every box’. That’s why we focus on your potential, your fit with our values, your transferable skills as well as your experience. Even if you don’t meet every point below, but you feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please go ahead and apply, we’d love to receive your application.

• Experience of working with stakeholders and suppliers across multiple projects
• Knowledge of compliance with company processes, procedures & standards
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently
• Strong communication skills at all levels across a business
• A positive and flexible approach
• Ability to work to deadlines

Some reasons we think you’ll love it here:

AWE has wide range of benefits to suit you. These include:

• 9-day working fortnight – meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.
• Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions).
• Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave – 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave – 4 Weeks Full Pay.
• Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body.
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.
• Life Assurance (4 x annual salary).
• Discounts – access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.
• Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.

The ‘Working at AWE’ page on our website is where you can find full details in the ‘AWE Benefits Guide’.

Important things you need to know:

• You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV.

Hybrid working is available for this role on an informal, non-contractual basis. Typically 2 days onsite per week.

Please note that you must be a British National to apply for a role at AWE.

AWE plays a crucial role in the defence of the United Kingdom, by providing and maintaining the warheads for the country’s nuclear deterrent. We are a centre of scientific, engineering and technological excellence, with some of the most advanced research, design and production facilities in the world. Our unique expertise also assists the UK Government in developing and delivering a range of innovative and integrated support services, including national nuclear security and counter-terrorism solutions.

AWE is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community which are currently under-represented at AWE, including women, BAME and people with disabilities.

Location:

• RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking.

Working pattern:

• AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application.