Add contractor Release Manager onboarding template

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add-contractor-rm-onboarding-template into master

Summary

This MR adds a new issue template specifically designed for onboarding contractors in the Release Manager role. The template combines elements from both the machine-setup and rm-onboarding templates while adapting them for contractors who have limited permissions and work primarily through chatops.

Key Features

  • Contractor-specific adaptations: Emphasizes limited permissions and chatops-first workflows
  • Combined content: Merges machine setup and RM onboarding into a single streamlined process
  • Chatops emphasis: Dedicated training section for chatops commands and approval workflows
  • Safety features: Clear limitations, supervised practice tasks, and escalation paths

Changes

  • Added .gitlab/issue_templates/Contractor-RM-Onboarding.md
  • Template includes contractor-specific sections for:
    • Limited access setup
    • Chatops-focused tool configuration
    • Supervised shadowing and practice tasks
    • Clear guidelines on contractor limitations

Usage

This template can be used when creating onboarding issues for contractors joining the Release Manager role, providing them with appropriate guidance while maintaining security boundaries.

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