Defence Facilities Technician — Multi-Skilled

VIVO Defence Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Fuel card

Hybrid working

Job summary

VIVO Defence Services is recruiting a Multi‑Skilled Operative to maintain and service commercial buildings across RAF Boulmer and Albermerle, with a flexible on-site schedule. The role emphasizes planned and reactive maintenance, hands‑on tasks, and independent workload management, with a company van and fuel card provided.

Applicants must be eligible for UK security clearance; permanent contract, 37.5 hours per week, salary £30,000–£32,000.

Qualifications

• Mechanical or electrical knowledge with hands‑on experience in planned and reactive maintenance.
• Independent, proactive and able to manage a varied workload across sites.
• City & Guilds or BTEC qualification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs across commercial buildings.
• Complete hands‑on tasks such as redecoration, locks, noticeboards, and first-response fixes.
• Coordinate access with end users and suppliers while maintaining safety and quality.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Maintenance planning

Reactive maintenance

Independent worker

Education

NVQ Level 2 Building Maintenance

City & Guilds

Tools

IPAF

PASMA

PAT

Job description

VIVO Defence Services is recruiting a Multi‑Skilled Operative to maintain and service commercial buildings across RAF Boulmer and Albermerle, with a flexible on-site schedule. The role emphasizes planned and reactive maintenance, hands‑on tasks, and independent workload management, with a company van and fuel card provided.

Applicants must be eligible for UK security clearance; permanent contract, 37.5 hours per week, salary £30,000–£32,000.