Jobs, fresher vacancy - Configuration Manager • Hampshire

Company: Belcan

Hampshire

Belcan Workforce Solutions are seeking a Configuration Manager on a 12 month contract to join our client's Defence & Space team in Portsmouth. The client is offering up to £41.00 per hour Umbrella, the role is Inside of IR35. This is onsite requirement in Portsmouth. Role Overview: As a Configuration Manager, you will ensure adherence to company guidelines and industry best practices in Configuration Management (CM). You'll be the go-to expert for CM tools, processes, and training, working closely with project, product, and service teams. Experience Level: Mid to Senior (Minimum 5 years in Configuration Management) Are you an experienced Configuration Manager ready to take ownership of critical data and documentation processes in a high-impact environment? We're looking for a proactive and detail-oriented professional to join our Configuration and Data Management (CADM) team, supporting major projects across the product lifecycle. Key Responsibilities: Lead CM activities: identification, control, planning, change management, status accounting, and audits. Maintain and distribute controlled data and documentation. Act as the focal point for one or more projects/products, supported by the CADM team. Manage and maintain the PLM/CMDB environment. Produce and manage Configuration and Data Management Plans and Change Management Procedures. Facilitate Configuration Control Boards (CCBs) and support external stakeholder interactions. Propose and implement process and tool improvements. Provide first-line support and training for PLM/CMDB users. Essential Skills & Experience: Strong knowledge of full Configuration Management lifecycle. Proficiency with Product Data Management tools (e.g., Windchill, Teamcenter, Aras Minerva). Digitally literate with MS Office and file/data management tools. Experience setting up CM processes on new projects. Excellent communication, organisational, and teamwork skills. Good standard of education (Degree, HNC, Diploma, NVQ Level 5 or higher). Fluent in written and spoken English. Desirable Qualifications: CMII or equivalent certification. Experience in sensitive data environments. European language skills. Familiarity with APQP and CMII methodologies. Experience liaising with customers in a CM role. Given the role's nature, the selected candidate will undergo BPSS clearance before commencing and will be required to hold an SC Clearance. If you think this could be a new and exciting career opportunity for you and you would like to learn more or just for an initial, no-obligation conversation please contact me on 07732 694 243 or you can apply directly by following the Easy Apply link and I will contact you as soon as I receive your contact details. This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan