Dismounted Close Combat Trainer Systems Coordinator

Job Introduction

The Dismounted Close Combat Trainer (DCCT) Systems Coordinator is to prepare the two DCCTs for use by the Authority that is to include pre-use checks of the systems and weapons, handing over the DCCT to the Unit DCCT Operator and when required provide technical assistance during the training periods. In addition, the DCCT Coordinator is to prepare the Virtual Battlefield Simulator (VBS) and Brigade and Battle Group Trainer (BBGT)for use by the Authority in accordance with the Combat Training Centre (CTC) booking schedule.

Role Responsibility

• Prepare the two DCCTs for use by the Authority for training periods that is to include pre-use checks of the systems and weapons, handing over the DCCT to a Unit DCCT Operator to conduct the training periods and, when required provide technical assistance during the training periods.
• At the end of the training periods undertake post training checks of all equipment and, when required report maintenance failures to the MOD Enabling Contractor.
• Maintain the DCCT equipment and ensure system is calibrated; all faults are to be recorded and notified to the MOD Enabling Contractor in accordance with Annex H  of ARMY DCCT Directive (V4) dated 31 May 17.
• In support of the MOD Enabling Contractor provide support to analyses system failures, install software and hardware components provided by the MOD Enabling Contractor and undertake monthly anti-virus scans and report issues back to them
• Manage the DCCT equipment schedule and prepare for stocktaking as notified by the Authority
• Conduct Basic Unit Operator upgrade/refresher training for DCCT operators as and when required a record of which must be maintained.
• Prepare the VBS and BBGT for use by the Authority in accordance with the CTC booking schedules. 
• When provided, prepare the Joint Fires Synthetic Trainer and Simulated Clinical Training Environment for use by the Authority in accordance with the CTC booking schedules. 
• Perform the task of Building Custodian for the DCCT Building. (Building DO6)
• When required provide short term cover for the CTC and Urban Training Facilities Coordinator (when established) duties during periods of their absence.
• Perform such other duties set out at Paragraph 1 of Appendix 3 of the Training Support Services – Service Standards as maybe required by the Authority Line Manager from time to time.

General

• To maintain excellent client/customer relationships
• To attend team briefs, huddles and meetings as required
• To attend your performance development review to discuss job standards and agree development activities
• To maintain a clean and tidy work area at all times
• To maintain high levels of personal hygiene and wear the appropriate uniform and PPE as required
• To care for all available resources including equipment, materials and supplies as directed
• To report any near miss occurrences, accidents or faulty equipment to management
• To ensure effective communication with line manager, team, customer and client organisation
• To maintain all areas of responsibility to the set service standards and in line with applicable service offer
• To carry out any other reasonable tasks and/or instruction as directed by management

The Ideal Candidate

Essential

• Security Check level vetting required
• Requires MODNET (Communications and Information System) Account and will be required to undertake Defence Information Management Passport training which is a mandatory e-learning course. 
• IT qualification (e.g. Advanced ECDL)
• Demonstrable organizational and planning skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Demonstrable written communication skills
• Demonstrable working knowledge of IT Systems
• Working knowledge of  Sodexo Health and Safety Policy and Procedures
• Qualified basic First Aider
• Completion of DCCT System Managers Course at the Infantry Battle School, Brecon that will include qualification as a Basic DCCT Operator. Course duration is 1 week and a Pass on the course is required (attendance on Course will be provided by the Authority)

Desirable

• Previous working experience of DCCT, BBGT and VBS
• Experience of working in a military environment

About the Company

In the UK and Ireland, Sodexo employs some 36,000 employees to deliver integrated facilities management services to clients at over 2,000 locations in the energy, corporate, healthcare, education, leisure, defence and justice sectors. With an annual turnover of over £1bn, we provide everything from catering, cleaning and reception to security, laboratory and grounds maintenance services, enabling our clients to focus on their core business.

At Sodexo we are committed to a leading role in promoting equality opportunities and valuing diversity and inclusion. We seek to create a work environment based on mutual respect for all individuals, building a culture that appreciates and values the experiences and skills brought by each person to benefit our organisation and work hard to ensure that all people, whatever their race, colour, sex, gender identity  disability, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religion or belief, marital/partnership or family status, sexual orientation, age, social class, educational background, employment status, working pattern, are welcome to and included within our organisation. 

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.

We are building on our support to the Armed Forces community through the development of specific pathways within our recruitment process to  support ex-forces personnel and reservists, those applying for jobs with us who meet the ideal candidate criteria for the role advertised are guaranteed to progress to the selection process.