Job Advert: Knowledge and Information Manager

Location: HM Naval Base, Devonport Royal Dockyard, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 4SG
Contract Type: Fixed Term – 12 Months
Working Hours: Full Time – 37.5 hours per week

Are you organised, proactive, and passionate about making information work smarter for everyone?
We're looking for a Knowledge and Information Manager to lead the way in how we store, manage, and share critical information across our business—especially in support of our building management systems (CAFM) and related processes.

What You'll Be Doing

You'll work across two major sites—Armada and MOD Corsham—while being based at HM Naval Base Devonport. Your role will ensure that documents, data, and knowledge are:

Easy to find Up to date Secure Used effectively by teams across the business Key Responsibilities

Managing Knowledge

Develop smart systems for collecting, storing, and sharing information Maintain organised, accessible digital libraries and databases Promote knowledge-sharing across teams Support research data storage and analysis Write clear reports and summaries Track physical and digital resources Advise on copyright and version control

Information Governance

Ensure compliance with data protection and information security standards Maintain data accuracy and consistency Manage access to sensitive information Use tools like Power BI to create business insights

Working with Others

Collaborate with teams to understand their information needs Deliver training and workshops on systems and processes Translate technical requirements into practical solutions Lead projects to improve knowledge and information management

Additional Tasks (Depending on Experience)

Train staff and clients Support IT infrastructure and related projects Write accessible summaries of research findings What We're Looking For

Essential:

Strong organisational and communication skills Experience managing digital information systems Understanding of data protection and governance Ability to work independently and lead projects

Desirable:

Experience with CAFM systems Familiarity with Power BI or similar reporting tools Background in facilities or building management