Onsite OME Supervisor: Munitions & Safety Lead (Hebrides)

May 29, 2026
Urgent

Job Description

Position

Title: OME Supervisor

Location: Isle of South Uist, Scotland, United Kingdom (Benbecula, Hebrides site)

Type: Permanent – Full Time

Package: Competitive Salary + Benefits

Role ID: SF19911

Role Overview

As an OME Supervisor, you will be an integral member of the Defence and Safety function, providing leadership and oversight in the Maritime & Land Business. You will manage staff development, stocktaking, health & safety training, hazardous materials handling, and disposal operations.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure that all Hazardous Activities within your control are conducted in accordance with internal and external legislation.
  • Conduct munitions disposal tasks when required, in accordance with the relevant process instruction.
  • Provide leadership, ensure the availability of competent staff and apply the appropriate level of supervision to all tasks.
  • Maintain QinetiQ Munitions Accounting System (QMAS) proficiency, providing cover when required.

Essential Experience

  • Relevant Ordnance Munitions and Explosives experience (ESA NOS).
  • Leadership and managerial skills essential.

Essential Qualifications

  • GCSE or equivalent in Maths, English and a Science, such as Physics.
  • Mechanical or Electrical Engineering background.
  • Knowledge of ER14/DSA 03 and safe systems of work.

Working Hours / Travel

37 hours per week, full time onsite position with expected travel across several Hebrides based facilities.

Benefits

  • 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 covering private accident insurance, travel insurance, restaurants, cinema tickets and more.
  • Support for the Armed Forces community and volunteering opportunities.

Requirements

All applicants must be eligible for SC clearance.

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