QinetiQ
Estates Maintenance Technician
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Estates Maintenance Technician
Package: Competitive Salary + Benefits
Role ID: SF20153
About the Role
As an Estates Maintenance Technician, you’ll be a member of the Estates Delivery discipline within UK Defence Operations. The role will provide support and leadership to deliver high-quality Estates Maintenance services to our customers.
Day by day, you’ll primarily focus on the coordination and performance of key compliance activities across the site, serving as the responsible or competent person for the following areas:
- Asbestos management
- Legionella management
- F-Gas (FGAS) management
Key Responsibilities
- Undertake Building Services tasks assigned by a Functional Manager or Delivery Lead
- Coordinate legionella management for site(s), including:
- Maintenance of site risk assessments
- Implementation and monitoring of control regimes
- Tracking ongoing performance records
- Coordinate asbestos management for site(s), including:
- Maintenance of site registers
- Inspection programmes
- Training and informational needs
- Coordinate FGAS (F-Gas) management for site(s), including:
- Maintenance of site registers
- Inspection programmes
- Training and informational needs
- Analyse compliance arrangements and performance
- Identify and propose opportunities for improvement
Essential Experience
To excel in this role, you should have:
- Understanding and practical experience of Asbestos, Legionella, and F-Gas management requirements
- Working knowledge of key health & safety legislation
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Office and IT applications
- Ability to make informed, autonomous decisions based on experience and knowledge
- A commitment to continuous improvement (both personal and process-driven)
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Essential Qualifications
- Attained a Level 3 NVQ in engineering or technical disciplines, or similar OR
- Provided evidence of recent administrative experience in a comparable role
At QinetiQ, we embrace diverse backgrounds and education. If you can demonstrate the right level of experience and a willingness to learn, you’re encouraged to apply.
Location & Working Arrangements
- 37 hours per week
- Located at Boscombe Down site
- Minimum average five days per week attendance
- Compressed hours may also be available
About MOD Boscombe Down
MOD Boscombe Down is a key operational site featuring the longest military runway in the UK. Specialising in delivering testing, evaluation, and support services for aviation and aerospace systems, it plays a critical role in:
- Developing and testing military aircraft
- Ensuring airworthiness and operational readiness
- Enhancing UK aviation defence capabilities
Security Clearance Requirement
All applicants must be eligible for a minimum SC (Security Check) clearance.
For guidance, visit: 🔗 UKSV National Security Vetting Solution - GOV.UK
Our Recruitment Process & Commitment to Inclusion
At QinetiQ, we’re dedicated to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued. We actively encourage diverse and underrepresented voices and champion disability confidence.
Support During Recruitment
If you have a disability or require reasonable adjustments, please get in touch at: 📧 internal_recruitment@qinetiq.com
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National Security Vetting (NSV)
- Some roles at QinetiQ require NSV for appointment (security check processes).
- If you already hold applicable vetting clearance, it may be transferable upon joining.
- Certain roles have additional eligibility criteria (e.g., nationality) due to national security regulations.
Why Join QinetiQ?
We’re growing globally through innovation and tackling complex challenges. Working at QinetiQ means:
- Joining a collaborative environment where diverse teams combine expertise to drive success.
- Personal growth through diverse perspectives, problem-solving, and inclusive culture.
- Engaging in projects with real-world impact in aerospace, defence, and rapidly evolving industries.
Explore more about our culture by visiting: 🔗 Life at QinetiQ – QinetiQ
Our Benefits
- Pension scheme with matched contributions and life assurance
- Generous holiday allowance (additional days available for purchase)
- Access to Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance, and Dental Insurance
- Employee discount portal (Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets, and more)
- Armed Forces support – we are a Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (Gold Award) and honour the Armed Forces Covenant
- Volunteering schemes – opportunities to support charities and local communities
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