Government Furnished Equipment Consultant

Line Up Aviation • TRAFFIC • Hertfordshire, Stevenage, United Kingdom • £55 / * • 2d ago

On behalf of our client, we are seeking to recruit a Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) Consultant on an initial 12-month contract. As the GFE Consultant, you will be working within CSS Support Services, providing expert support and assurance to ensure our client effectively manages Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) held on behalf of its customers, including the Ministry of Defence. This role will focus on maintaining robust organisational processes, identifying and driving improvement opportunities, and ensuring full compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements relating to GFE management and accountability.

Role: Government Furnished Equipment Consultant
Pay: 55 per hour Via Umbrella
Location: Stevenage - 1/2 days per week in office
Contract: Monday- Friday, 37 Hours per week, 12 Months contract
IR35 Status: Inside
Security Clearance: SC Required to start

Responsibilities

Provide consultancy support to programme teams on GFE requirements under MoD and international defence contracts.
Interpret DEFCONs, DEFSTAN 05-099, and related contractual clauses, advising stakeholders on obligations and risks.
Ensure compliance with government policy, export control, and security regulations regarding the use of GFE.
Develop and refine GFE management processes, tools, and training materials to ensure consistent application across the organisation.
Conduct internal audits and readiness reviews to assure GFE compliance prior to customer audits.
Recommend and implement improvements to systems and processes to strengthen accountability and traceability.
Support programmes in planning for the receipt, allocation, usage, return, and disposal of GFE.
Provide expert input during contract negotiations and change proposals related to GFE.
Assist in resolving GFE discrepancies, loss, or damage, liaising with the MoD as required.
Act as an advisory link between the company, the MoD, and subcontractors on GFE-related matters.
Ensure accurate reporting of GFE status, usage, and associated risks to programme leadership and the MoD.
Develop KPIs and performance metrics to demonstrate compliance and continuous improvement

Essential Requirements

Proven experience in GFE / asset management within the defence or aerospace sector.
Strong knowledge of MoD contractual frameworks (e.g., DEFCON 23, DEFCON 611, DEFCON 694, DEFCON 76) and defence standards.
Demonstrable experience advising on contractual and regulatory compliance in a government/defence environment.
Familiarity with ERP / asset management systems (e.g., SAP) and data reporting tools.
Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills.
Analytical approach, with ability to identify risks, issues, and opportunities for improvement.
Preferred Professional qualifications in Supply Chain, Asset Management, or Contract Management (e.g., CIPS, APICS, IACCM).
Audit or compliance background (ISO, MoD audits, etc.).
Experience in an international defence contracting environment.
Continuous improvement / Lean / Six Sigma knowledge.

Other

Required to go to Bolton and Bristol occasionally

If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please send your updated CV to: Natalie Dalkin at Line Up Aviation

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