Maritime - Submarines
Trainee opportunities
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Who are BAE Systems?
BAE Systems is the second largest global
Defence company delivering a full range of
systems and services for air, land and naval
forces, as well as advanced electronics,
information technology solutions and customer
support services.
It is the premier global defence and aerospace
company in the UK.
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History of BAE in Barrow
History of BAE Systems in Barrow
Successor
Albion (2)
Wave (2)
2010+
2000
Invincible (3)
1995
T42 (7) Sheffield
1990
1985
Astute (7)
1980
Upholder (4)
Trafalgar (7)
Swiftsure (6)
1971
HMS Swiftsure
First of class
Nuclear Submarine
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HMS Trafalgar
First of class
Nuclear Submarine
1986
HMS Upholder
First of class
Diesel-Electric
Submarine
2007 HMS Astute
First of class Nuclear
Submarine
Vanguard (4)
1992
HMS Vanguard
Ballistic Nuclear
Submarine
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The Astute Class
Astute
The Astute Programme supports the United Kingdom’s Defence Strategy
through delivery of seven Astute Class submarines, whilst sustaining the
nation’s submarine construction, testing and commissioning capabilities that
support the Successor Programme.
The Successor Programme
Successor
The MOD, BAE Systems, Rolls-Royce, Babcock along with
our supply chains, are working together to ensure the Vanguard
replacement submarine delivers the capability specified by the
customer on time and at the lowest achievable cost. This major
programme is key to the future of the nation's defence and provides
us all with a unique opportunity to contribute to such an important
strategic project.
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Diversity and Inclusion and Code of Conduct
Diversity and Inclusion
We value diversity because it benefits our people and helps our business
grow. A diverse workforce, with employees drawn from all backgrounds
encourages innovation, improves productivity and brings us closer to our
customers. We aim to create an inclusive environment where every one of
our employees is valued and has the opportunity to fulfil their potential and
contribute to our business success.
Code of Conduct
As a company we are committed to behaving ethically in all aspects of our
business. Our Code of Conduct provides practical guidance and examples
to help us deal with important ethical issues and dilemmas.
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The Business Trainee scheme
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Overview
The Business Trainee scheme offers for young adults the
opportunity to join BAE Systems to ‘earn while you learn’
and experience real life while in a professional environment.
•Three to five year schemes
•Three to six month placements throughout the business
•Competitive starting salary - £17,500
•Entry after sixth form
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The benefits
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Stay local
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Regular sixth monthly reviews which link to performance, and lead to pay
reviews
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All further education funded by BAE Systems - no university debt!
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Schemes focused on personal development
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On the job training
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Flexible end job role dependant on personal and business need when
leaving the scheme
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The disciplines
Quality
Assurance
Finance
Nuclear
Engineering
Procurement
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(Information,
Management
Systems &
Technology
Project
Management
Operations &
Manufacturing
Human
Resources
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Development support
Buddy
Placement
Manager
Discipline
Manager
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Various
Resources
Business
mentor
Line
Manager
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Stretch Assignments
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A large part of the Trainee Scheme
Varied Opportunities:
Charity Football Tournament;
Top of the Form;
Dalton Junior Youth Group;
Charity events for ‘Help for Heroes’;
Young Enterprise;
Climbing the ‘3 Peaks’;
Organising Open Day for Students;
Induction Week for new Intake.
And Many More…
Social
One of the best things about being on the Trainee Scheme is the social side.
Here are a few examples of what we get up to:
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-Kendal Calling Music Festival
-Alton Towers
-Blackpool Pleasure Beach
-BBQs
-Annual Skiing Holiday
-Theatre Trips
-House Parties
-Comedy Club
-Regular Evening Meals
-Party Bus
-Trips into the Lakes
-Friday Lunch Club
-Nights Away i.e. Newcastle, Edinburgh
-And much more…
Quality Assurance (QA)
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Overview
The Quality Assurance scheme is designed to develop A-level
qualified young, ambitious and determined people into the
suitably qualified and experienced quality engineers of the
future.
• Brand new scheme, starting in September 2013
• Three year long scheme
• Sponsored part time education
• On the job training
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Placements and Further Education
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Three to six month placements in various Business units including:
• Quality Assurance/Control
• Projects Quality
• Supplier Quality
• Engineering
• Operations
• Supply Chain
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Part time education at Furness College
• Work towards a HNC in Engineering
• Finish the scheme with a full Honours Degree
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Entry requirements
240 UCAS points from 3 A-Levels at A2-Level
With one or more from the following:
• Mathematics
• Business related subject
• IT
• Engineering
• Science related subject
But excluding General Studies
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Project Management
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What is Project Management
‘’Project Management is the process by which projects are defined, planned,
monitored, controlled and delivered such that the agreed benefits are
realised. Projects are unique, transient endeavours undertaken to achieve
a desired outcome. Projects bring about change and project management
is recognised as the most efficient way of managing such change’’
APM
What makes a good Project Manager?
Self motivators
Problem solvers
Well organised
Good communicators
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Team players
Pursues opportunities
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Project Management trainee framework
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Blackpool and The Fylde College and Lancaster University
Foundation Degree in Project Management
Scheme
start
Exit role
S2
Higher Apprenticeship in Project Management
Project Management Development Training level 1
Four month placements across all Programmes
Three years in the Company with wide-ranging Planning and Project Management training and experience
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Placements
Placements last four months and take place in all programmes across the
business including:
Boat Project Teams
Project Controls
Quality
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Detail Planning
Network Planning
Risk and
Opportunity
Detail Planning
Integrated Planning
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Entry Requirements
240 UCAS points from three A-Levels at A2 Level
With one or more from the following:
• Mathematics
• Business related subject
• IT
• Engineering
• Science related subject
But excluding General Studies
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Nuclear
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Overview
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Five year scheme designed to develop young, ambitious and
determined people into the suitably qualified and experienced
engineers of the future.
Opportunity to work in the worlds second largest defence company
which is at the forefront of the UK’s nuclear industry whilst studying
for degree.
Why Nuclear?
• Assigned a Nuclear Trainee Buddy
• Support from Mentors and Discipline managers
• Six month placements
• Become a chartered engineer
• Study for a full BEng Honours Degree in Mechanical Engineering
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Nuclear Trainee Framework
Completion of Higher National Apprenticeship validated by SEMTA in the Workplace
Academic
NVQ
HNC Mechanical Engineering
NVQ 2 Performing
Engineering Operations
NVQ 3
Key Skills
Degree with Honours
NVQ 3
Technical Support
On the Job Placements
Work
Six month placements supporting Business roles within Nuclear Areas.
Experience
Development of Nuclear Safety Engineering knowledge/Skills.
Membership of Nuclear Institute Young Generation Network.
Training
NVQ 4
Engineering Leadership
Full time role
Full time role in a Nuclear related
Area of the Business.
S3
Engineer
Development of Nuclear Competencies.
Nuclear Training
Typically, Nuclear reactor plant familiarisation,
Nuclear Safety Quality Assurance, Nuclear Site Safety Justification, Nuclear Training Modules and other specialised training.
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Placements
Typical placements include, but are not limited to:
Site Safety Case
Dock Test Organisation
Successor Secondary
Propulsion
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Nuclear Safety and
Regulation
Nuclear Engineering
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Entry requirements and Further Education
HNC Mechanical Engineering modules
• Numerical Control of Machines
• Mechanical Science
• Maths
• Computer Aided Engineering
• Project
• Drawing and Design
Entry requirements
• Three A-Levels A*-C
• Must include Maths and a Science
• Excluding General Studies
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Information Management System
and Technology (IMST)
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Overview
The IMST Trainee Scheme is a 3–year scheme that aims to develop A-level qualified
individuals to become our IT professionals of the future. IMST Trainees will receive on the job
training through placements within the IMST department as well as other areas in the business.
Grade Requirements
3 A-Levels, Grades A*- C Excluding General Studies
Placements
The first year is structured to show the lifecycle of IMST. The second year will give the
opportunity for business placements, while the third year is focused on an exit role.
College
Foundation degree in Computing studied at Furness College through the University of Cumbria
Exit Role
Information Systems Technician
Historically ‘IT’
Development
Coding
Cables
Systems
Networks
Information Technology
Support
Internet
Hardware
Servers
Software
Now ‘IMST’
Governance
Project Management
Security
Product Management
Developers
Information
Management Systems
Technology
Service Delivery
Architecture
Competency Centre
Strategy and Planning
Information Management
IMST Trainee Framework
Entry level ‐
Three ‘A’ levels at grade A* ‐ C, excluding General Studies.
YEAR 1
YEAR 2
Behavioural Competencies
Working towards S2 role profile Technical Skills
Working towards S2 role profile Knowledge
Placements
IMST Awareness – based on Business Awareness –
Placement Awareness –
the workflow of the IMST department
Programme based
based on where your end placement will be
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Capita
Strategy and Planning
Business Analysis
PMO
Project Management
Service Definition and Delivery
Development
Support
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Astute
Successor
IPDE
IMST Exec Assistant Role
Any other suitable placement
Discipline Manager to arrange placements
Placement/placements aimed towards developing skills and knowledge into a final exit role.
IMST trainee to arrange placements
Foundation Degree in Computing
Academic
Other training available
YEAR 3
HSE training (mandatory), Quality (mandatory), PSAC (mandatory), Outward Bound (optional).
Skillport courses ‐ numerous courses based on individual development needs. IT related courses – dependant on availability at the time. Business knowledge/processes/procedures ‐ Quality Management System, Operational Framework, Commercial awareness, Finance awareness, Commercial processes/procedures, Finance processes/procedures, BAE Systems knowledge, IMST knowledge, Code of Conduct training, Microsoft training.
Placement relevant courses
S2
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Salary
6 monthly pay awards of £0, £350, £450, £600, £900 ‐ (Performance related)
£17,500 P/A
£XXk P/A
Placements
• Move placements every 3-6 months gaining understanding of the different areas
In IMST
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Delivering projects on time
and to budget
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Working on the future
strategy of IMST
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Development
Project Management
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Business Analysis
Strategy and Planning
Capita
Working on the Service
Desk
Procurement practices
Desktop support
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Gathering Requirements
Development of systems
Testing systems
Analysing requirements
Building customer
relationships
Writing a Business Case
Business Placements
•IPDE project based
•Successor based
•Business improvement roles
•Executive assistant to the CIO of IMST
•And many others
Entry requirements and Further Education
Grades
3 A-Levels, Grades A*-C (Excluding General Studies)
Foundation Degree in Computing Modules
• Solutions Design
• Computer Programming
• Website Development
• Computer Maintenance
• Database Development
• Networking
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Finance
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Overview
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Aims to develop A-level qualified individuals into Chartered Management
Accountants with a broad understanding of all aspects of finance
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The role would suit and reward an individual with a keen interest in all aspects of
finance, who enjoys problem solving and has an eye for detail
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Five year scheme with various 6-12 month placements
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During the scheme you will receive support and guidance from the experienced
members of the finance functions, to help you develop in the subject
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Placements
6 - 12 month placements in the following departments:
Transactional Processing
Looking at how we pay
employees and suppliers
Management Reporting
Production of Management
Accounts by consolidating
financial inputs from each
project.
Governance
Checking that we complete work in
accordance with the necessary
financial controls.
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Monitoring and Controlling the
running costs of the Business.
Project Support/ Project Finance
Helping to monitor and manage the
financial performance of our long terms
contracts.
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Entry requirements and Further Education
College
Trainee Scheme
Progression
Year 1
AAT Intermediate level
Year 2
AAT Technician level
Year 3
CIMA Managerial level
Chartered Management
Accountant
Year 4
CIMA Strategic level
Year 5
TOPCIMA
Entry requirements
A-levels of grades ‘BBB’ or higher - Preferably a mathematics or
business related subject, excluding general studies.
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New Trainee Opportunities
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Starting in September 2014 there will be three new schemes starting
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New areas are:
• HR (Human Resources)
• Operations & Manufacturing – Including roles in Operations Supply Chain &
Plant Maintenance
• Procurement – Quantity Surveyor role
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More information to be distributed shortly – Please leave your email
address!
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How to Apply
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Leave your email addresses so we can keep in touch regarding the Trainee
Scheme & application opening & Open Day information
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Look out for the application advert in the Evening Mail
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Check your emails, if you are on the mailing list we will forward you the
application link once open
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Careers Advisors will be informed of opening times
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We will aim to be briefly back in college to announce applications opening
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Applications will be open from 1st – 30th November (TBC)
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Apply online by following the link provided via Evening Mail/Mailing List/Careers
advisor
Recruitment Process
Advertisement of Trainee Scheme in the
Evening Mail with details of how to apply
Successful
applicants given
conditional offer
Applicants
confirm ALevel results
to BAE
Application open 1st
– 30th Nov
Start alongside
Graduates in
September
Managers sift through CVs
Successful
applicants given
conditional offer
Applicants
informed of
outcome with
in 48hrs
Trainee
Assessment
Centre takes
place around
February time
Invites sent to successful
applicants to Assessment
Centre
Any questions?
If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact;
[email protected]
or
[email protected]
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