Assistant Armourer

Babcock Mission Critical Services España SA.; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Babcock seeks a full-time Assistant Armourer for RAF Halton. Responsibilities include checking weapons and assisting with safety compliance. Candidates should have knowledge of explosives and experience in health and safety environments. Opportunities for development and a supportive work environment are emphasized.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance

Access to digital health services and wellness programs

Employee share scheme and shopping discounts

Payment of professional fees

Special paid leave for Reservists

Holiday Trading scheme

‘Be Kind Day’ for volunteering

Development opportunities and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in handling explosives.
• Experience in environments requiring strict adherence to health and safety instructions.

Responsibilities

• Conducting after-use checks of service weapons and equipment.
• Assisting with FFE duties as directed by the Explosives Supervisor.
• Covering the range warden during absences.

Skills

Knowledge of explosives

Health and safety compliance

Job description

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Aylesbury, GB, HP22 5PG

Onsite or Hybrid: OnSite

Job Title: Assistant Armourer

Location: Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire

Role Type: Full time / Permanent

Role ID: SF64401

At Babcock, we’re working to create a safe and secure world. Join us as an Assistant Armourer at RAF Halton.

The role

As an Assistant Armourer, you’ll be responsible for the issue, receipt, storage, and after-use checking of weapons in the armoury.

Day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Conducting after-use confirmatory checks of service weapons and equipment in line with current training & qualifications to depth A.
• Assisting with FFE (Free from explosives) duties as directed by the Explosives Supervisor.
• Covering the range warden during absences and assisting when required.
• Undertaking Duty Armourer duties, including compliance with H & S policies.
• Supporting explosive staff during ammunition movements and assisting with ammunition processing, accounting, issuing, and receipting.

This is a full-time, onsite role at RAF Halton.

Essential experience

• Knowledge of explosives, as you'll cover for the Explosive Supervisor during absences.
• Experience in environments requiring strict adherence to health and safety instructions.

Qualifications

We value diversity and welcome candidates with relevant experience and a willingness to learn, regardless of background or education.

Security Clearance

The successful candidate must obtain and maintain SC security clearance. Eligibility may be affected by nationality, place of birth, or residency. More information is available at GOV.UK.

What we offer

• Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance
• Access to digital health services and wellness programs
• Employee share scheme and shopping discounts
• Payment of professional fees
• Special paid leave for Reservists
• Holiday Trading scheme
• ‘Be Kind Day’ for volunteering
• Development opportunities and wellbeing support

About Babcock

With over a century of service, Babcock defends nations, protects communities, and builds a better world. We’re committed to inclusivity and flexible working arrangements. For adjustments during application, contact [e-mail].