Serco Plc
Mobile M&E Engineer - RAF Fairford
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VIVO – M&E Engineer (Permanent, Full-time)
Who We Are
VIVO provides facilities management and accommodation maintenance for the UK military and its partners. We blend experience and innovation, putting our customers and families first.
Our Core Values
Every decision is driven by these four principles:
- Open
- Caring
- Agile
- Collaborative
Location & Benefits
📍 Base Location: RAF Fairford 🔹 Contract Type: Permanent, full-time 💰 Salary Range: £42,000–£45,000 (with company car/car allowance) 🔹 Eligibility for Progression:
- The top of the salary band may apply to candidates who already hold AP (Approved Person) tickets. 🚗 Bonus: On-side travel and out-of-hours on-call duty required (full UK driving licence mandatory).
About the Role: M&E Engineer
Are you a seasoned Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) Engineer? Can you deliver high-quality technical services with strong safety compliance (JSP375)? We want you.
Key Responsibilities
Your role will focus on:
- Ensuring timely and high-quality delivery of contract obligations while aligning with MoD standards.
- Technical oversight: Leading Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) for site teams, partners, and end users.
- Project support: Reducing downtime and carbon-neutral improvements aligned with MoD targets.
- Stakeholder liaison: Advising on Safety-Related Systems of Work, compliance, and best practices.
- Team leadership: Mentoring Skilled Persons and fostering a culture of safe, efficient operations.
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Collaboration is at the heart of this role:
- Forming strong alliances with colleagues, military partners, and key decision-makers.
- Supervising, coaching, and ensuring all staff are trained and compliant.
What We’re Looking For
✅ Qualifications:
- Fully qualified Electrical Engineer with an applet set in Electrical or Mechanical (not mandatory, but preferred). We are happy to sponsor training if needed.
✅ Experience:
- Deep expertise in Safety Systems of Work (JSP375), both management and operational execution.
- Proven track record of problem-solving, independent decision-making, and multisite coordination.
- Experience in team leadership, resource management, and site operations.
✅ Accessibility:
- A full UK driving licence is mandatory — this role involves cross-site travel and rotating on-call shifts.
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This Role Is Perfect For
🚀 Ambitious professionals who thrive in fast-paced, mission-critical environments and want to drive operational excellence while supporting a public-sector mission.
What We Offer
✔ Competitive financial benefits:
- £6% company-matched pension plan
- Generous 25-day annual leave policy
- Company car or financial allowance
✔ Career & professional development:
- Access to nationally recognised qualifications
- Opportunities for long-term progression within VIVO
✔ Supportive work culture:
- Single Private Medical Insurance
- Hybrid working options in certain business areas
- Determination to promote a diverse, inclusive, and disability-confident organisation
The VIVO Difference
We believe in people first — shaping a workplace that values innovation, equity, and respect. By applying, you’re supporting a joint venture between Serco and EQUANS, serving a critical role in safeguarding the UK military’s infrastructure.
Let’s create something impactful. Apply now!
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