Systems and Materials Associate

About the role

Babcock is hiring a Systems and Materials Associate for its Devonport Royal Dockyard site in Plymouth, Devon. The role supports operational and engineering activities by keeping documentation, inventory information, material requests and procurement processes efficient and accurate. It suits someone with a strong administrative or coordination background who enjoys working with data and collaborating with many stakeholders. The position is full time, 35 hours per week, with hybrid working (at least 2 days in the office).

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate and maintain operational documentation, records and information systems.
• Maintain inventory records and support materials and parts requests.
• Raise requisitions and support procurement and purchasing activities.
• Monitor data accuracy and ensure systems are kept up to date.
• Work with operational, engineering and support teams to meet business needs.

Required profile

• Experience in document control, administration or office management.
• Experience in a busy operational or business support environment.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with accurate record keeping.
• GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent).
• Ability to obtain and maintain Standard (BPSS) security clearance; eligibility may depend on place of birth, nationality and citizenship.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office applications and business systems.
• Document control and inventory record maintenance.

What we offer

• Salary of £28,300 to £35,400 plus benefits.
• Generous holiday allowance and matched contribution pension with life assurance.
• Digital GP, annual health check and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+, and an employee shopping savings portal.
• Holiday trading and a paid day off for volunteering.
• Professional fees paid; reservists get 10 days of special paid leave.