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Define and lead digital ship strategy and digital systems architecture, set standards and governance, specify and integrate onboard capabilities (networks, sensing, data fusion), deliver digital twin scope, engage suppliers, and support test, validation and commissioning across naval programmes.

Provide administrative support for central stores and procurement: process goods in/out, maintain inventory and SAP data, run reports, assist stock counts and audits, raise supplier NCRs, upload timesheets, support procurement PRs and vending administration, and liaise with Finance, Procurement, Warehouse and suppliers.

Lead UK and Northern Ireland tax matters: advise on direct/indirect tax, transfer pricing, compliance, audits, customs, risk management, and group alignment. Act as subject-matter expert and main liaison with tax authorities and international tax teams.

Provide commercial and contract management support for complex defence and maritime bids and ongoing programmes. Lead commercial negotiations with customers and suppliers, support supply chain on NDAs and T&Cs, contribute to bid strategy, financial oversight, risk mitigation, and stakeholder engagement to ensure profitable, compliant contract delivery.

Manage procurement of materials, equipment, and services for shipbuilding projects. Oversee contracts and suppliers, negotiate terms, control costs, mitigate supply‑chain risk, forecast material needs, process purchase orders, track shipments, manage inventory, perform supplier performance reviews, and mentor Buyers to improve procurement practices and ensure compliance.

Lead and manage the shipyard Electrical area, supporting the Electrical Manager on resource, budget, schedule and quality control. Provide technical support for electrical design, fabrication and installation in naval/marine projects, ensure HSE and QMS compliance, coordinate subcontractors, and drive continuous improvement and training.

Lead operability and crewing strategy for naval ship design, converting CONOPS into user-centred requirements. Develop crewing models, run operational vignettes, champion crew-reduction through human-machine integration and digital technologies, support safety/regulatory compliance, contribute to trade studies, and engage stakeholders while mentoring junior engineers.

Lead commercial strategy for billion-pound defence and maritime bids, negotiate high-value contracts, set pricing and risk frameworks, ensure compliance (DEFCONs, SSPRs), collaborate with BD, engineering and supply chain, and support contract delivery post-award.

Lead design, integration, and optimisation of electrical systems for naval vessels including HV/LV power generation and distribution, energy management, and sustainability. Provide technical leadership through design, build and in-service support, ensure regulatory compliance, mentor engineers, and engage with clients, suppliers and authorities.

Create high-quality 3D models and 2D drawings in Siemens NX, produce arrangements, P&IDs and BOMs, manage design data in Teamcenter PLM, support design reviews, resolve interdisciplinary interfaces, and improve CAD standards and digital workflows for naval vessel projects.