Permit Co-Ordination Office (PCO) Technical Support

We are seeking a proactive and safety-focused Technical Support professional to join the Permit Co-ordination Office (PCO). This hands-on role sits at the heart of a dynamic contractor-management environment and plays a vital part in ensuring that all staff and contractors work safely, securely, and in full compliance with the MoD?s 4C?s system of control (JSP 375).

Working closely with, and under the direction of, the PCO Technical Lead, you will support the safe delivery of work across the estate by managing contractor access, reviewing safety documentation, and carrying out physical audits and inspections. You will act as a key gateway for contractors entering Dstl sites, providing technical health and safety advice and assurance through both planned and reactive interventions.

Dstl recognises the importance of diversity and inclusion as people from diverse backgrounds bring fresh ideas. We are committed to building an inclusive working environment in which each employee fulfils their potential and maximises their contribution., In this role you will support and represent the PCO Technical Lead as required along with monitoring contractor compliance with Safe System of Work (SSoW), RAM?s etc. in active works.

You will also technically review contractor PQQ, RAMS and other safety paperwork and acting as the gateway for approving or rejecting., * Working hours: Flexibility around your working day (e.g. start time, finish time). Ability to bank hours in a 12 month reference period including the ability to accrue and use 3 days per calendar month.

• Where you work: Depending on your role, blended working may be available including remote working to suit you and your team. This can be discussed at interview.
• Annual leave: 25 days pro rata (rising to 30 after 5 years) plus 8 public holidays with the ability to buy/sell 5 additional days per annum.
• Family: Maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of up to 26 weeks with full pay, an additional 13 weeks statutory pay and a further 13 weeks unpaid
• Learning and Development: Dstl encourages and supports charterships, accreditations and provides employees access to fully funded apprenticeships up to level 7 (Masters Degree). Dstl will pay for 2 memberships with relevant bodies/institutions. Employees also have access to Civil Service Learning.
• Facilities: Onsite parking, EV Charging points, restaurants, cafés and gyms.

Things you need to know Artificial intelligence Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles , and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.

We want you to have your best chance of success in our recruitment process, so If at any stage of the application process you would like help or assistance please contact the Dstl Recruitment Team and we will do all we can to support you.

At the application stage we will be assessing the essential criteria against your submitted application against the essential criteria outlined in the job profile.

Sifting will take place week commencing 16th June with interviews to be held face to face at Dstl Portsdown West on 29th June 2026.

Interviews will consist of behavioural and technical competency-based questions. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check .

See our vetting charter . People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks. Nationality requirements Open to UK nationals only.

We are looking for someone who has experience of reviewing of methods of controlling workplace hazards and risks as well as experience of working with a number of key stakeholders; including contractors, FM providers, internal SEM?s and workplace custodians.

You will also have an understanding of key legal elements of health and safety policy.

Details Reference number 457284 Salary £40,224 - £45,545 Salary will be dependent on skills and experience A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% GBP Job grade Senior Executive Officer Dstl Level 5 Contract type Permanent Business area COO - Estates Type of role Governance Health and Safety Working pattern Annualised hours, Flexible working, Full-time, Part-time, Compressed hours Number of jobs available 1 Contents

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• Apply and further information, This role will require full UK security clearance and you should have resided in the UK for the past 5 years. For some roles Developed Vetting will also be required, in this case you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years.

If you are a current Dstl employee you must ensure your line manager is aware of your application and the potential situation regarding release dates. Behaviours

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Seeing the Big Picture
• Changing and Improving
• Working Together
• Managing a Quality Service

Benefits Alongside your salary of £40,224, Defence Science and Technology Laboratory contributes £11,652 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides., * Financial : An excellent pension scheme starting from 26% employer contribution (find out more here). In Year Rewarding Achievement bonuses and thank you vouchers. Rental deposit scheme and cycle to work scheme.

At Dstl, our vision is to have a modern way of working efficiently, accommodating and enabling our people to create, collaborate and deliver.