Armourer - Weapon Systems Maintenance (9-Day Fortnight)

Babcock International; Telford; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance

Matched pension and life assurance

Aviva DigiCare+ health services

Employee shopping portal

Payment of Professional Fees

Reservists leave (10 days)

Job summary

Babcock is seeking an Armourer to join their team at Donnington, near Telford, Shropshire. You’ll maintain weapon systems and related equipment, following strict safety and quality standards to ensure operational readiness.

The role involves inspections, servicing, repair, and overhaul of small arms and turret systems within a skilled team. A 9-day fortnight and on-site work are required. Security clearance is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience through weapon equipment courses or familiarity with weapon systems and equipment.
• Understanding of engineering, maintenance, inspection or mechanical repair activities.
• Experience in quality-driven and safety-focused environments.
• Ability to follow technical procedures and specifications accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections, servicing, repair and overhaul of small arms weapon systems and equipment.
• Perform examinations and assessments to meet production demands and training requirements.
• Manufacture miscellaneous components to support operations.
• Maintain high standards of quality, safety and compliance in all activities.
• Support production targets and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Weapon equipment knowledge

Engineering maintenance

Quality & safety focus

Technical procedures

Attention to detail

Education

RQF/NVQ Level 3 Engineering

Job description

Babcock is seeking an Armourer to join their team at Donnington, near Telford, Shropshire. You’ll maintain weapon systems and related equipment, following strict safety and quality standards to ensure operational readiness.

The role involves inspections, servicing, repair, and overhaul of small arms and turret systems within a skilled team. A 9-day fortnight and on-site work are required. Security clearance is essential.