Maintenance Operative – Onsite at RAF Cranwell (40h) + Pension

Babcock International; Quarrington; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension & life cover

Digital healthcare

Shopping portal

Professional fees paid

Reservist leave

Holiday trading

Be Kind Day

Job summary

Babcock is seeking a Maintenance Operative for RAF Cranwell, near Sleaford, Lincolnshire. The role is full-time, onsite, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 08:00–17:00, with an on-call rota. You will join a facilities team maintaining safe, compliant training environments for service personnel.

Essential background includes basic computer literacy, a strong HSE mindset and proactive, hands-on maintenance experience. A full UK driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• Basic computer literacy and willingness to learn new systems.
• Strong commitment to health, safety and safe systems of work.
• Proactive hands-on maintenance and facilities tasks.
• Clear communication with colleagues, contractors and site stakeholders.
• Reliable and organized approach to day-to-day responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor building systems, equipment and facilities to ensure safety, compliance and operability.
• Carry out routine testing, inspections and water hygiene activities.
• Perform minor repairs, touch-up painting and general maintenance across the site.
• Support building presentation through spot cleaning and upkeep.
• Escort contractors and maintain health, safety and statutory compliance.

Skills

Computer literacy

Health & safety awareness

Practical maintenance

Communication

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Babcock is seeking a Maintenance Operative for RAF Cranwell, near Sleaford, Lincolnshire. The role is full-time, onsite, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 08:00–17:00, with an on-call rota. You will join a facilities team maintaining safe, compliant training environments for service personnel.

Essential background includes basic computer literacy, a strong HSE mindset and proactive, hands-on maintenance experience. A full UK driving licence is required.