Resource Allocator

Aspire Defence Services Limited; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 25 days + bank holidays

Contributory pension up to 6%

Private medical

Private dental

Gym discounts

Shopping discounts at brands

Life assurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Aspire Defence Services Limited is seeking a Resource Allocator for our Larkhill site. You will organise, plan and schedule maintenance activities to ensure work is completed efficiently and in line with contractual requirements.

You will monitor and allocate work to engineers, update records, liaise with maintenance teams and stakeholders, and support safe, compliant operations in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• GCSE English Language and Mathematics (Grade C) or equivalent.
• Experience in office administration and customer-focused environments.
• Strong organisational and communication abilities.
• Proficient keyboard skills and Microsoft Office knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Organise, plan and schedule maintenance activities to meet contractual requirements.
• Proactively monitor and allocate work to engineers, ensuring timely completion.
• Communicate with maintenance teams and stakeholders, updating records as needed.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and support compliance with planned maintenance.
• Respond to changing requirements, coordinate resources and support operations.
• Promote safe working practices and health, safety and environmental procedures.

Skills

Administrative skills

Office software

Organisational skills

Communication

Education

GCSE English and Maths (Grade C)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join our Team as a Resource Allocator at Aspire Defence Services Limited (ADSL)

Salary: Up to £31,100 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, no weekends

Location: Larkhill

Are you ready to join a dynamic team where innovation thrives? Aspire Defence Services Limited (ADSL) is seeking a passionate and results-driven Resource Allocator to be part of our exciting journey.

What We Offer:

• Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays, with the option to buy and sell holiday
• Pension Plan: Contributory Company Pension Plan matched up to 6%
• Insurance: Individual life assurance and personal accident cover
• Employee Benefits Portal: Access to private medical, private dental, discounted gym membership, and discounted shopping at over 100 brands and outlets
• Reward and Recognition: Celebrate outstanding achievements
• Employee Assistance Program: Funded program with onsite mental health first aiders

Your Role:

• You will be organising, planning and scheduling maintenance activities to ensure work is completed efficiently and in line with contractual requirements.
• You will be proactively monitoring and allocating work to engineers, ensuring tasks created by the Help Desk are assigned and completed within required timescales.
• You will be communicating with maintenance teams and stakeholders, updating records and acting as a focal point for job-related enquiries.
• You will be maintaining accurate maintenance records, creating schedules and supporting compliance with planned maintenance requirements.
• You will be responding to changing operational requirements, coordinating resources and supporting full operational coverage.
• You will be promoting safe working practices, following health, safety and environmental procedures, and supporting the Safety First culture.

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualifications: You will hold GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English Language and Mathematics and be able to work effectively within an administrative and customer-focused environment.
• Experience: You will have demonstrated experience in office administration, strong organisational and communication abilities, proficient keyboard skills and a thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Skills: You will have excellent communication, customer service, planning and problem-solving skills, together with the ability to analyse information, manage schedules and work effectively within a dynamic team environment.

Additional Information:

• The Garrisons are tobacco‑free working environments.
• Security clearance is required prior to starting with us.
• We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate against protected characteristics. All candidates will be given equal consideration through our established procedures.
• Please note, this vacancy may close early if we receive a high volume of applications.