Flight Operations Manager

What will you do? You will Look after the planning and management of the operational support functions needed for the RAF’s flying tasks. In your role you will: Create flight plansAdvise on flight safetySupervise teams of Flight Operations Assistants Minimum education requirements You will need to have previous military experience within Flight Operations obtaining the rank of SNCO. Requirements Be aged 18-54 Applicants must apply no later than age 54 and 9 months in order to attest before 55th birthdayBe a UK citizen or have dual UK/other nationalityCommit 27 days per yearPass a Reserve role locations Reserve roles exist in specific reserve squadrons, which in turn are located at specific RAF bases. As you will not be resident at those bases (except on multi-day operations or exercises), geographic proximity to where you live is important. These are the bases where this role is active: 502 Sqn, JHFS Aldergrove, Co Antrim 600 Sqn, RAF Northolt, Middlesex 602 Sqn, Glasgow, Scotland 611 Sqn, RAF Woodvale, Merseyside TRAINING AND CAREER As a reserve member of the RAF you are a valued and important member of the force. Your personal success is vital to make us succeed too and we believe training is an essential foundation to this. You will receive basic training, and specialist training in your field to prepare you for your role with us. 01 Commitment Your commitment to us Ongoing As assigned We ask that you commit to a minimum of 27 days each year with us. This will mean you can get the most out of your role as a Reserve, progress and provide value to us. Ongoing As assigned Commitment Each year includes a 15-day block for general RAF training, and 12 separate days for extra training or exercises. You could also be deployed to a UK or overseas base for up to 6 months after your first year with us. 02 Ongoing development Further development Ongoing As assigned You will have valuable personal development opportunities together with the chance to work around the world, gaining unique experiences in the process. Ongoing As assigned Ongoing development As well as RAF training packages and courses linked to outside professional bodies, we actively support individual study programmes at every level. 03 Transferable skills Skills Ongoing As assigned Much of our in-house training is accredited or recognised by external awarding bodies. Ongoing As assigned Transferable skills The skills you learn with us as a Reserve will complement those that you use in the wider world, providing value at work and at home too. prevnext WHY JOIN THE RESERVES? The skills you acquire as a Reserve won’t just prepare you for the RAF, they will enhance your work and civilian life. You might be called up to assist with our operations worldwide for up to six months, during which you may be able to claim a pay award to cover your and your employer’s costs. Training Free gym Subsidised food Paid pension Paid holiday COMMITMENT AND LOCATION You will have to commit to 27 days per year for 12 years minimum.Each year includes a 15-day block for general RAF training, and 12 separate days for extra training or exercises.You might be deployed to a UK or overseas base for up to 6 months after the first year. WHAT HAPPENS AFTER APPLYING? Joining the RAF as a Reserve takes several steps. Below is an overview of the process. The purpose of this process is for us to gauge whether you’re the right person for the RAF and for you to show us all of your skills and experiences that have made you who you are. 1 Squadron information day 2 Selection Interview 3 Health assessment 4 Fitness test 5 Acceptance 1 Squadron information day Stage 1 of 5 The first step in the application process requires you to attend a squadron information day. This is a chance for you to visit the squadron of your choice and ask questions. You’ll get to see what life is like in the RAF Reserves and learn about the trade you’re interested in. 2 Selection Interview Stage 2 of 5 Here’s where we get to know you a little better. You’ll get to showcase your skills and experience, and we’ll answer any questions you have about joining us. Your interview will cover the following topics: Education Employment Interest and motivation for joining the RAF Reserves Military awareness and Service Knowledge You’ll be asked a series of standard questions, and you’ll be able to ask your own questions during the debrief afterwards. Some roles require a second interview and/ or test to determine your suitability. 3 Health assessment Stage 3 of 5 You’re legally required to meet certain medical standards, and must pass an occupational health assessment to show you’re fit for military duty. As part of this assessment we will check your overall health, focusing on areas like hearing, eyesight and body mass index. We’ll also investigate any past illnesses and screen for health issues that may prevent you from carrying out your role. Please refer to entry requirements below for more information about the health standards you’ll need to meet. 4 Fitness test Stage 4 of 5 A good level of fitness is critical to joining the RAF, it’s also something that must be maintained throughout your career. You’ll need to complete a Pre-Joining Fitness Test (PJFT). This will take place at a local gym, and includes a 2.4km run, push up test and a sit-up test. The performance level you’ll need to meet differs by age and gender. Please refer to the entry requirements below for more information about the health standards you’ll need to meet. You can also find help, and a training plan, to assist you in your preparation . 5 Acceptance Stage 5 of 5 If you’ve successfully completed each phase of the application process, you will be invited to attest into the RAF Reserves at your chosen Squadron. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You must be aged 18-54. Applicants must apply no later than age 54 and 9 months in order to attest before 55th birthday. Ex-Regulars and specialist entrants may be considered on a case by case basis.Applicants must also read all of the sections below and make sure they meet all entry requirements before submitting an application. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS You will need to have previous military experience within Flight Operations obtaining the rank of SNCO. NATIONALITY & RESIDENCY You must be a UK, Republic of Ireland or Commonwealth citizen (with indefinite leave to remain immigration status).Whether or not you were born in the United Kingdom, you should have resided there for the 5 years immediately preceding your application. However, candidates with a minimum of 3 years will be considered.Commonwealth citizens require a minimum of 5 years residency in the UK prior to application. FITNESS REQUIREMENTS You must be physically fit to complete both initial and specialist training, and to do your role effectively. As part of the application process you will need to do the Pre-Joining Fitness Test (PJFT), which takes place at a fitness centre local to you.