Tanker Maintenance HGV Technician

Serco Limited; South Oxfordshire; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading operational services provider is seeking a Vehicle Maintenance Technician at RAF Brize Norton in South Oxfordshire. The role involves maintaining aircraft refuelling vehicles and contributing to safety initiatives. Candidates must have three years of relevant experience and functional IT skills, with the ability to obtain MoD Security Clearance. A competitive salary and various employee benefits are offered.

Benefits

25 days holiday

6% Employer Matched Contribution Pension

Life Insurance and flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in Vehicle Maintenance or Mechanical Equipment.
• Ability to complete maintenance tasks effectively and safely.
• Experience with MoD Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and rectify RAF aircraft refuelling and fuel transfer vehicles.
• Perform daily checks and maintenance tasks as per guidelines.
• Support a culture of Continuous Improvement and Safety.

Skills

Vehicle Maintenance Experience

Functional IT Skills

Team Player

High Communication Standards

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle/Technical Maintenance

Job description

Serco Aircraft Refuelling Fuel Tanker Vehicle Maintenance Technician

Location: RAF Brize Norton Carterton, Oxfordshire, GB, OX18 3LX

Contract Type: Full Time

Serco proudly supports the RAF and MoD, supplying around 20 different services onsite, from engine and aircraft maintenance to fuelling and ground control services. RAF Brize Norton is the largest operating base within the Royal Air Force, providing air transport and air-to-air refuelling to the RAF fleet. You will contribute to the vital work carried out here and be part of a wider team of 5,800 service personnel, 1,200 contractors and 300 civil servants on site.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintenance and rectification of RAF Brize Norton aircraft refuelling vehicles, fuel transfer vehicles, TREPEL Cargo Lifters and associated equipment.
• Runway Arrestor Gear Daily Checks and Maintenance (Training will be provided).
• Perform duties in line with Technical Work Procedures, Health & Safety Instructions, and Serco Operating Procedures.
• Support Continuous Improvement and Zero Harm Open Reporting Safety Culture.

Working Regime

• Mon–Fri 40 hour week (07:00–16:00 Mon–Thu, 07:00–13:00 Fri).
• Standby duty from home Mon–Fri with weekend commitment for Runway Arrestor Gear Daily Checks (07:30–08:30 Sat & Sun).
• Standby weeks typically required every 6 weeks with additional pay.
• Overtime as required.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary £36,796.34 + Standby payments.
• 25 days holiday.
• 6% Employer Matched Contribution Pension.
• Life Insurance and flexible benefits (up to 30% off shopping, leisure, holidays and VIP tickets).
• Free onsite parking, onsite coffee shop/bar and two convenience stores.
• Access to leisure facilities on station (gym, bowling alley, swimming pool – fees/charges apply).

Essential Skills and Experience

• Three years of experience in Vehicle Maintenance or Mechanical Equipment arena or equivalent (transferable skills from HGV, Vehicle, Plant Fitter, Aviation maintenance arena are all appropriate).
• Ability to effectively and safely complete maintenance and rectification tasks.
• Functional IT skills to use Electronic Technical Manuals and update Maintenance Recording systems.
• Excellent team player with a can‑do safe approach to work.
• High standards of oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to achieve MoD Security Clearance.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Vehicle / Technical Maintenance arena.
• Experience with Serco Zero Harm culture and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Technical Work Procedures compliance.
• Health & Safety and Serco Operating Procedures adherence.
• Compliance with fire, emergency evacuation, quality, Risk, and COSHH standards and procedures.
• Maintaining a clear, safe, tidy, effective and efficient working environment.
• Documentation completeness and accuracy as first-time correct processes.

About Serco

At Serco, we deliver essential public services across defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare and citizen services. We support our employees with unlimited access to global networks and commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Equal Opportunities

We’re a Disability Confident employer and are committed to equal opportunities. We are a Disability Confident employer and are committed to equal opportunities.

Security Clearance

All employees of Serco are required to be SC level security cleared. Suitable candidates will be supported with the SC clearance process.

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