Quality Officer Aspirant
Marine Nationale
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Job Description
About the Marine Nationale
On all oceans and seas worldwide, 365 days a year and 24 hours a day, sailors ensure the security and protection of French maritime space. At sea, on land, and in the air, 40,000 sailors mobilize to accomplish intelligence, prevention, intervention, protection, and deterrence missions.
Role Environment
The Marseille Firefighters Battalion (BMPM) is the largest unit of the Navy in terms of personnel. Placed under the authority of the Mayor of Marseille, it has a wide range of civil security missions covering the territory of Marseille, the Grand Port Maritime de Marseille (GPMM), and Marseille Provence Airport (AMP).
The Training Center for Firefighting Techniques and Survival (CETIS), a component of the training division, is responsible for training and preparing all BMPM personnel in the specificities of urban fires, fires in maritime environments, and survival at sea. CETIS also participates in initial training for EMPM personnel.
It provides training in onboard ship and boat intervention (IBNB) to all firefighter and SDIS firefighter pathways. In addition to this activity and within the framework of its firefighting expertise, CETIS also provides safety training for personnel from shipping companies and private companies.
Our training organization aims to train personnel by applying the pedagogical resources adapted and necessary for the proper conduct of learning activities. To be effective in its training actions, CETIS has implemented a general organization that aims to radiate the unit's excellence both internally and externally. This excellence is achieved through know-how in training, as well as in the development of pedagogical tools and an adapted quality system.
Missions and Responsibilities
Main Activities:
The volunteer officer aspirant (VOA), under the authority of the head of CETIS, is in charge of the quality management system and assists the head of CETIS with:
- Maintaining QUALIOPI certification through surveillance audits;
- Monitoring the overall performance steering of CETIS;
- Implementing the internal action plan within CETIS;
- Supporting the continuous quality improvement process;
The VOA is also a key contact for the heads of departments regarding quality initiatives and the implementation of indicators. They ensure communication with the unit's communication service to promote CETIS's actions.
Interest of the Position
- Diversity of contacts (external auditors, marine firefighters, services of the City of Marseille);
- Implementation of a comprehensive quality process;
- Involvement in the training center;
- Possibility of taking on-call duties on operational equipment during immersion periods with BMPM operational units;
- Autonomy in work.
Job Information
- Location: Position based in Marseille (13). 4-week Initial Officer Training at the Naval Academy – Lanvéoc (29).
- Duration: 1-year contract (renewable).
- Status: Military status.
Profile Required
Graduate of a QHSE IUT or a Master's degree in management systems (level 2), ideally with knowledge of the security sector, particularly maritime security.
Required Skills and Qualities
- Good knowledge of quality systems;
- Proficiency in writing procedures;
- Writing skills;
- Proficiency in office software: Powerpoint, Word, Excel;
- Ability to implement steering indicators;
- Project management skills;
- Open-mindedness, availability, adaptability, and interpersonal skills are essential.
Remuneration and Benefits
- The proposed salary is approximately €910 net per month (salary amount is subject to variations based on personal situation: family status, private housing or base housing);
- The volunteer is housed and fed free of charge;
- The volunteer may also be eligible for a CAF activity bonus based on their resources;
- SNCF card benefits: 75% discount for personal travel;
- 25 days of leave per year.
Recruitment Deadline
Position to be filled as soon as possible.
Recruitment Process
- Application on lamarinerecrute.fr
- Motivation interview
- Aptitude tests
- Interview with the unit
- Assignment to a unit
Eligibility Requirements
- Be a French national
- Be over 18 and under 26 years old at the date of application submission
- Have completed your Defense and Citizenship Day (JDC - formerly JAPD)
- Be physically and medically fit
- Be able to swim
Age Range:
- Between 18 and 26 years old (VOA/VAC, training, commissariat, maistrance)
Key skills/competency
- Quality Management System
- QUALIOPI Certification
- Continuous Improvement
- Performance Monitoring
- Project Management
- Procedure Writing
- Maritime Safety
- Risk Assessment
- Audit Management
- Training Development
How to Get Hired at Marine Nationale
- Research the Marine Nationale: Understand their mission, values, and the specific role of the Bataillon de marins-pompiers de Marseille.
- Tailor your CV: Highlight your QHSE or management systems qualifications and any experience in security or maritime contexts.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your knowledge of quality systems, project management, and your adaptability.
- Submit your application: Apply via lamarinerecrute.fr and follow the steps for motivation and aptitude assessments.
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