Team Leader

Landmarc Solutions; Wareham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A key support services provider for military operations is seeking a motivated Team Leader to manage the Range Towers Team and oversee operations during live firing exercises at the Defence Training Estate. The ideal candidate will have experience in range operations, excellent leadership skills, and knowledge of safety protocols. This permanent role offers competitive benefits including a pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Pension scheme with contributions up to 8%

Generous holiday entitlement

Health cash plan

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working within Defence Training Estate or high-performing operational environments.
• Strong knowledge of safety protocols including COSHH and risk assessments.
• A valid UK manual driving licence is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support the Range Towers Team during live firing exercises.
• Participate in hands-on tasks approximately 80% of the time.
• Monitor live firing activities using camera and radar systems.
• Oversee maintenance of range targetry systems and support visiting military units.
• Conduct maintenance to ensure operational capability.

Skills

Experience in range operations

Leadership and communication skills

Knowledge of Health & Safety protocols

IT proficiency including Microsoft Office

Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment

Tools

Fleet vehicles

Plant machinery

Job description

Job Overview

Landmarc Support Services is looking for a motivated and experienced Team Leader to oversee key operations on the Defence Training Estate. This role is integral to maintaining the estate’s functionality and safety, ensuring military personnel can train effectively.

As a Team Leader, you will manage a team of Training Area Operatives, with a specific focus on leading the Range Towers Team. These towers play a critical role in live firing exercises, overseeing the safety and operation of range targetry systems while providing a workspace for both Landmarc staff and visiting troops.

We are looking for an individual with experience working on the Defence Training Estate or leading a high-performing team in a rural or operational environment.

Contract and Location

• Shifts run between: Monday to Friday 07:30 - 17:30. Night Fire Cover: Tuesday and Thursday 17:30 - 23:59
• Hours of work: 39 per week
• Contract: Permanent
• Location: Lulworth Ranges, Lulworth, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 5QF
• Interviews will be held on: Tuesday 21st October

Main Responsibilities

• Line manage and support the Range Towers Team, ensuring safe and effective operations during live firing exercises.
• Actively participate in hands-on tasks—approximately 80% of your time will be spent working alongside your team.
• Monitor live firing activities from range control by monitoring the camera and radar systems.
• Oversee the operation and maintenance of range targetry systems, supporting visiting military unit.
• Conduct preventative, planned, and reactive maintenance to keep the estate operational.
• Maintain stock levels and ensure essential equipment is available.
• Operate fleet vehicles and plant machinery as required.
• Ensure all safety regulations and operational procedures are followed at all times.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation using IT and paper-based systems.
• Perform additional duties as required to support the overall success of the team.

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience in range operations, range tower duties, or a similar safety-critical role
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to engage at all levels
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety protocols, including COSHH, manual handling, and risk assessments
• Familiarity with estate services, grounds maintenance, and plant machinery operations
• IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office and database management
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• A proactive approach to learning, with a willingness to undertake further training
• A valid UK manual driving licence is essential for this role

Benefits

• Pension: Join our company stakeholder pension scheme, with contributions of up to 8% of your salary from Landmarc.
• Generous Holiday Entitlement: 25 days of annual leave pro-rata; holiday allowance grows with continued service; purchase up to 10 additional days each year.
• Other Amazing Benefits: Edenred Savings Scheme; Annual Salary Review; Life Assurance; Health Cash Plan; Professional Development; Family-Friendly Policies; Sick Pay (after 6 months).

About Landmarc

Landmarc provides the support services that enable Armed Forces from around the world to prepare for frontline military operations across the UK Defence Training Estate (DTE). This includes maintaining and delivering safe and sustainable infrastructure, managing and operating training areas and ranges and delivering multi-million pound projects to improve vital training assets. By joining Landmarc you will be supporting our vision to provide the best training experience we can for our Armed Forces. We are the first and only Special Purpose Vehicle to be contracted by the Ministry of Defence (MOD) as their Industry Partner on the UK Defence Training Estate and the only company that is solely dedicated to the UK DTE, delivering essential support services since 2003.

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