Subject Matter Expert SBPRO

Package Description

Job Introduction

Serco Europe: 

In Europe, we work closely with our customers to deliver custom-made and specialized services across a number of business sectors.  

Serco Defence: Enhancing Military Training in Belgium

As part of Serco Group PLC, we bring global expertise and innovation to Defence services and we are dedicated to ensuring Belgium’s military training remains cutting-edge and efficient..

Subject to contract award, Serco Defence is expanding operations, with future opportunities emerging to manage and maintain key military training facilities throughout Belgium.

We are currently researching solutions that are designed to improve operational readiness by delivering high-quality services across advanced training installations, focused on the following areas;

• Management & Operations: Overseeing execution, compliance, and service quality.
• Technical & Engineering: Maintaining and optimizing training equipment.
• Simulation & Training: Supporting personnel in using advanced technologies.
• IT & Logistics: Managing infrastructure, cybersecurity, planning, and support.

Core Technologies

• Desktop Tactical Trainer
• AFAB Sim
• DF Sim
• CST 
• Duel Sim

Main Responsibilities

• Managing and operating the Direct Fire simulator and creating scenarios.
• Managing spare parts for the Direct Fire simulator.
• Planning simulator usage.
• Operationalizing scenarios in Steel Beasts Pro.
• Adjusting and managing ongoing scenarios according to client requirements.
• Supporting clients in using the Observer and After Action Review modules.
• Providing support in Direct Fire training.
• Organizing the Steel Beasts Pro course.
• Participating in demonstrations and Public Relations events.

Leopoldsburg:

• Integration of new models and rollout to Marche-En-Famenne.
• Cumulative workload due to Combat Simulation planning is unsustainable.

Successful Candidate

Required:

• Experience in Combat unit (Infantry / Mechanised or Motorised, but NOT ParaCommando, Cavalry / Tank) - CS Recce is also possible if the person concerned is from the time when they also trained for mounted combat (with CVRT or Pandur, but NOT just Battlefield Surveillance or any other pure observation mission) 
• Cadet Officer (OFF) or NCO (NCO)
• Knowledge and experience of formation driving, reaction on contact and fire control with vehicles is essential. 
• Must be able to handle computers and software, but need not be an IT specialist at all.

Preffered:

• If this knowledge/experience is with PIRANHA, then that is ideal. With DINGO is also a bonus.
• Experience as an understudy Direct Fire is ideal, but any understudy experience is a bonus.
• Experience with former simulators the SIMPEL (Simulator Platoon for Armoured Infantry Fighting Vehicle) or the LFS (Leopard Firing Simulator for Tank) is a bonus.  
• Experience as a gamer with military tank simulators (SBPro PE, M1 Tank Platoon, Combat Mission, ..., but NOT World of Tanks, due to unrealistic) is a bonus. 
• World of Tanks can be a positive indication of interest in the subject, but the person concerned must then indicate that he realises that it does not give a realistic picture of armoured warfare
• SBPro PE is extra bonus, as this is the civilian version of SB Pro (Steel Beasts) 

Essential: Dutch and English

Preffered: French

About the Company

About Serco Group

Serco is a leading provider of public services. Our customers are governments or others operating in the public sector. We gain scale, expertise and diversification by operating internationally across five sectors and four geographies: Defence, Space, Justice & Immigration, Transport, Health and Citizen Services, delivered in UK & Europe, North America, Asia Pacific and the Middle East. More information can be found at Serco | Europe.

Why Should You Join Serco ?

• Contribute to innovative projects in the public services sector, and making a difference.
• Your contributions are valued and recognized, with opportunities for professional/personal growth.
• Be part of a company passionate about diversity and inclusion
• Enjoy a friendly and professional environment that respects your work-life balance.

We are diverse and inclusive organisation

At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential and we are committed to supporting the needs of all our colleagues. It’s a mix of people from different backgrounds, experiences and opinion that keeps our culture strong and vibrant.

We believe in equity so we strongly encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their abilities in an interview. We also welcome a conversation about any adjustments that would make the interview process more accessible for you. Wherever possible we are open to discussions around flexible working and we operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas.

In the UK we are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader in the government’s scheme and hold the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard; in Belgium we are partner of Diversicom and member of Charter der Vielfalt in Germany.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to reach out to The Serco Europe Recruitment Team

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