Fuel and Lubricants Operative

Mitie; Schleswig-Holstein; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-efficient income

Free accommodation and meals

Return flights to the UK twice a year

40 days annual leave + bank holidays

Gym access and facilities

5% annual site allowance

10% annual tour bonus

Professional development opportunities

24-month fixed-term contract

Job summary

Mitie Group on Ascension Island is seeking a Fuel & Lubricants Operative to support aviation and ground fuel services across the base. You will operate fuel installations, refuelling equipment and stock management, ensuring safe handling and accurate records in a demanding Defence environment.

You’ll work flexibly with aircraft movements and ship-to-shore transfers, undertake training in UK and on Ascension, and enjoy a challenging overseas assignment with professional development and a 24-month

Qualifications

• Good standard of education including Maths and English.
• Ability to complete records and documentation accurately.
• Good communication skills with colleagues, customers and operational teams.
• Strong commitment to Health & Safety and safe working practices.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Flexible and reliable approach to operational requirements.
• Willingness to undertake specialist fuel and lubricants training in the UK and on Ascension Island.
• Medically and dentally fit to work on Ascension Island, meeting colour perception requirements.
• Ability to obtain MoD Basic Security Clearance.
• Ability to obtain Ascension Island Government work visa.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate fuel installations, refuelling vehicles and associated fuel-handling equipment.
• Undertake aircraft refuelling operations in accordance with procedures and safety standards.
• Carry out ground fuel deliveries to customers and operational users across the island.
• Assist with ship-to-shore fuel transfers and cross-island fuel movements.
• Maintain accurate fuel accounting records and stock management systems.
• Monitor and report fuel stock levels to meet operational requirements.
• Complete daily, weekly and monthly inspections, checks and documentation.
• Ensure fuel facilities, vehicles and equipment remain safe, clean and serviceable.
• Manage Associated Products (Oils, Gasses) safely and accurately.
• Comply with Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality Assurance procedures.
• Support the wider Fuel & Lubricants team and undertake other duties as required.
• Maintain high standards of customer service with military, commercial and contracted users.

Skills

Full driving licence

Maths

English

Records & documentation

Health & Safety

Teamwork

Willingness to train

Security clearance

Visas

Education

Good standard of education

Job description

Tax-Efficient Income | Accommodation & Meals Provided | Return Flights | Professional Development | Unique Overseas Experience

Imagine taking your logistics and operational skills somewhere very different.

As a Fuel & Lubricants Operative on Ascension Island, you will be part of a specialist team supporting Defence and wider operational activities through the safe storage, handling and distribution of aviation, ground fuels and associated products. This is a varied role involving aircraft refuelling, fuel accounting, bulk fuel operations, stock management and fuel transfers across the island.

You will need to be adaptable, safety-focused and comfortable working in an operational environment where priorities and working patterns can change in response to aircraft movements, shipping operations and operational requirements.

What You’ll Get

• Tax-efficient income
• Free accommodation and meals
• Return flights to the UK twice a year
• 40 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• Access to gym, sports and swimming facilities
• 5% annual site allowance
• 10% annual tour bonus
• Professional development opportunities and specialist fuel-handling training
• 24-month fixed-term contract

The Role

As a Fuel & Lubricants Operative, you will support the provision of aviation and ground fuel services across Ascension Island Base.

You will be responsible for the safe operation of fuel installations, fuel vehicles and refuelling equipment, ensuring that fuel stocks are accurately managed and maintained to meet operational requirements. The role supports military aircraft movements, fuel deliveries, ship-to-shore transfers and the wider Defence operation on the island.

Flexibility is important, as aircraft movements and other operational requirements may influence working patterns and priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate fuel installations, refuelling vehicles and associated fuel-handling equipment.
• Undertake aircraft refuelling operations in accordance with approved procedures and safety standards.
• Carry out ground fuel deliveries to customers and operational users across the island.
• Assist with ship-to-shore fuel transfers and cross-island fuel movements.
• Maintain accurate fuel accounting records and stock management systems.
• Monitor and report fuel stock levels to ensure operational requirements can be met.
• Complete daily, weekly and monthly inspections, checks and documentation.
• Ensure fuel facilities, vehicles and equipment remain safe, clean and serviceable.
• Ensure Associated Products (Oils, Gasses etc) are managed, handled and accounted for in a safe and accurate manner.
• Comply with Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality Assurance procedures.
• Support the wider Fuel & Lubricants team and undertake other reasonable duties as operationally required.
• Maintain high standards of customer service when supporting military, commercial and contracted users.

What We Are Looking ForEssential

• Full driving licence.
• Good standard of education, including Maths and English.
• Ability to complete records and documentation accurately.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues, customers and operational teams.
• A strong commitment to Health & Safety and safe working practices.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible and reliable approach to operational requirements.
• Willingness to undertake specialist fuel and lubricants training in the UK and on Ascension Island.
• Medically and dentally fit to work on Ascension Island, including meeting colour perception requirements.
• Ability to obtain MoD Basic Security Clearance.
• Ability to obtain an Ascension Island Government work visa.

Desirable

• Previous experience within fuel operations, logistics, transport or a similar operational environment.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety requirements, including COSHH and manual handling.
• Experience operating fuel-handling equipment, vehicle-mounted refuelling systems or bulk storage facilities.
• Experience working in a customer-focused environment.
• Experience using electronic record-keeping systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to develop specialist skills in aviation and ground fuel operations while supporting an important Defence operation in one of the most unique locations in the world.

You will gain hands-on experience across refuelling, fuel management, bulk storage and logistics operations while living and working on Ascension Island. For someone who enjoys responsibility, variety and being part of a close-knit operational team, the role offers professional experience that is difficult to gain elsewhere, together with a unique overseas lifestyle opportunity.