Ship Electrical Discipline Lead

Embark on a High-Impact Career as a Ship Electrical Discipline Lead at Babcock International

Babcock International, a leader in defence and engineering for over a century, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Ship Electrical Discipline Lead to join their prestigious team in Rosyth, Fife. This is a remarkable opportunity to contribute to pivotal UK marine engineering programmes, playing a direct role in national defence and shaping the future of naval technology.

The Opportunity: A Role That Matters

As a Ship Electrical Discipline Lead, you will be at the forefront of critical shipbuilding projects. Your responsibilities will extend to shaping the electrical strategy, ensuring the safe and effective installation and commissioning of electrical systems. This is a leadership position where your expertise and decisions will have a tangible impact on the success of significant naval programmes. You will be instrumental in guiding the electrical work packages from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Developing and implementing production strategies and targets for electrical work packages.
• Ensuring the quality and timely delivery of all delegated electrical work.
• Establishing performance indicators and control measures to track project progress.
• Forecasting and managing the necessary resources to align with project timelines.
• Leading, mentoring, and developing a high-performing electrical team, including robust succession planning.

Advantages for Aspiring Candidates:

• Strategic Impact: Play a pivotal role in shaping the electrical strategy for major naval programmes, contributing directly to national security.
• Leadership Development: Gain invaluable experience in leading and nurturing a specialist team, fostering talent and building future leaders within the discipline.
• Full Lifecycle Ownership: Be involved in the entire lifecycle of electrical systems, from manufacturing through to commissioning, providing a comprehensive understanding of the process.
• Hybrid Working: Benefit from a hybrid working arrangement, offering a balance between on-site collaboration and personal flexibility.
• Career Advancement: Babcock International is committed to excellent development opportunities, offering a pathway for professional growth and skill enhancement.
• Comprehensive Benefits: A competitive compensation package is complemented by a generous array of benefits including a matched contribution pension scheme, life assurance, access to a Digital GP, employee share schemes, and holiday trading options.

Key Considerations for Your Career Path:

• Essential Experience: Candidates should possess recent experience in a similar leadership role, ideally within the marine sector. A background in electrical trades is advantageous.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in ERP systems such as IFS or SAP is required, alongside a strong understanding of project management principles, controls, and commercial terms.
• Educational Foundation: An ONC in a relevant construction trade or engineering discipline is essential. Professional qualifications in electrical engineering or industrial electrical construction are highly desirable, as are project management qualifications.
• Security Clearance: A critical requirement for this role is the ability to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance. Candidates should be aware of the eligibility criteria related to place of birth, nationality, and residency.
• Commitment to Defence: This role is deeply embedded within defence programmes, requiring a candidate who understands and is committed to the sensitive nature and strategic importance of this sector.

This full-time, permanent position (36 hours per week) offers a unique chance to elevate your career within a company that values innovation, safety, and its people. If you are a driven electrical professional looking to make a significant contribution to the UK's maritime defence capabilities, this role is an exceptional step forward in your career journey.