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Location
- Govan/Scotstoun, Onsite
- We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.
- Grade: GG10
- You’re expected to have completed 12 months in role prior to applying for an advertised vacancy and you should also discuss the internal opportunity with your line manager to ensure sustained business continuity and to further support your career development. We know there may be exceptional individual circumstances that impact this, in the first instance please discuss this with your line manager .
- If you don’t feel you can talk to your line manager , you can contact your HRBP.
- PLEASE NOTE: Should you be invited for interview; you acknowledge that the Recruitment team will contact you and your line manager regarding your application for this opportunity.
What you will be doing
As a Joiner Supervisor, you will lead , coach and develop the Production team to achieve high standards of Safety, Health & Environment (SHE), quality and operational performance. You will support operators in delivering the build plan by ensuring schedule commitments and cost targets are met, while promoting a culture of accountability, teamwork and continuous improvement. Through effective leadership , performance management and problem-solving, you will drive efficiency, enhance team capability and identify opportunities to improve processes, ensuring a safe, productive and high-quality working environment.
Core duties
- Continually deliver an improvement of SHE in all its forms
- Daily progressing of detailed plans (CPI/SPI)
- Daily management of work orders and earned value process
- Continuous improvement by reduction of non-conformance
- Financial awareness including control of overhead accounts (tools, consumables, waste, sickness, absence)
- Line management responsibility of the team’s time and attendance, daily performance, career progression through effective coaching and support
Essential skills
- Proven leadership/team management experience
- You’ll have a clear understanding of SHE risk awareness
- You’ll have a clear understanding of manufacturing processes and quality standards
- You’ll have the ability to understand and implement improvement actions arising from the analysis of key performance indicators
- You’ll have effective communication and practical problem-solving skills, with the ability to collaborate with others and resolve operational challenges .
The Type 26 Production team
BAE Systems designs and builds world-class naval ships, and our Supervisors play a key role in delivering the Type 26 frigates. Leading teams of Production employees, you will coach, support and develop your team to achieve high standards of Safety, Health & Environment (SHE), quality and productivity. Working closely with operators and stakeholders, you will ensure build plan targets are met, drive continuous improvement initiatives and foster a collaborative, high-performing culture that contributes to the successful delivery of critical defence programmes.
A place where everyone can thrive
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people and encourage discussion of reasonable adjustments where needed.
We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people, who are BAE Systems employees and have been in their current role for 12 months or longer.
Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Applicants must meet Baseline Personnel Security Standard, and many roles require higher levels of National Security Vetting, including 5–10 years continuous UK residency depending on the role .
Why BAE Systems?
Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. Lifelong learning, meaningful work, and a supportive culture enable you to grow with confidence . You’ll be recognised for your contribution and supported with rewards that matter most to you.
Closing Date: 24th September 2026
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