Training Area Operative - Monday - Friday

Landmarc Support Services Limited; East Burton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A defence support service provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Training Area Operative to help maintain a safe and efficient training environment for the Armed Forces. The role involves outdoor work and maintenance tasks, requiring a valid UK driving license. The company offers competitive salary and great benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for those enthusiastic about supporting the Military. No previous experience is necessary, just a positive attitude.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme with contributions up to 8%

25 days of annual leave

Edenred savings scheme

Annual salary review

Life assurance

Health cash plan

Professional development support

Family-friendly policies

Sick pay after 6 months

Qualifications

• Knowledge of landscape maintenance is essential.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills are required.
• Basic IT skills with the ability to use a tablet are necessary.
• Strong understanding of health and safety protocols is critical.
• A valid UK driving license is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the Defence Training Estate to top condition.
• Carry out preventative, planned, and reactive maintenance tasks.
• Operate and maintain training plant and equipment.
• Manufacture and deploy targets as required.
• Drive and operate fleet vehicles efficiently.
• Use warning systems for safety protocols.
• Ensure compliance with documentation requirements.
• Work effectively within a diverse team environment.

Skills

Knowledge of Landscape Maintenance

Excellent communication skills

Basic IT skills with ability to use a tablet

Ability to work effectively in a diverse, fast-paced team environment

Good knowledge of Health & Safety protocols

Valid Manual UK driving licence

Job description

LandmarcSupportServices are currently seeking to recruit a Training Area Operative to join our dedicated team. In this role you will play a key part in helping to maintain a safe, efficient and sustainable place for our ArmedForces to train. We are looking for someone enthusiastic about working in an outdoor environment and dedicated to supporting the Military. Landmarc provides full training and continuous development opportunities, making this a fantastic opportunity to start a career on the Defence Training Estate. Landmarc offers excellent career progression and great benefits, no previous experience needed, just a can do attitude!

Responsibilities

• To ensure that the Defence Training Estate is kept in top condition
• Carry out preventative, planned and reactive maintenance tasks
• Operation and maintenance of plant and equipment (training provided)
• Manufacturing and deploying targets
• Driving and operating fleet vehicles
• Use of Warning systems including training control offices, flags and lights
• Ensure that the facilities adhere to strict safety protocols
• Complete all necessary documentation using both IT and paper-based systems
• Knowledge of Landscape Maintenance
• Excellent communication skills
• Basic IT skills with ability to use a tablet
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse, fast‑paced team environment
• Good knowledge of Health & Safety protocols
• A valid Manual UK driving licence is essential to carry out the duties of this role

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Landscape Maintenance
• Excellent communication skills
• Basic IT skills with ability to use a tablet
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse, fast‑paced team environment
• Good knowledge of Health & Safety protocols
• A valid Manual UK driving licence is essential to carry out the duties of this role

Benefits

• Competitive salary plus outstanding benefits
• Pension – Join our company stakeholder pension scheme, with contributions of up to 8% of your salary from Landmarc.
• Generous holiday entitlement – Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, pro‑rated, with the option to purchase up to 10 additional days each year.
• Edenred savings scheme – Unlock exclusive discounts and savings for you and your family.
• Annual salary review – Conducted in consultation with our recognised trade unions to ensure fairness.
• Life assurance – Insured for three times your annual salary to provide peace of mind for your loved ones.
• Health cash plan – Access health benefits for you and your family (add up to four children under 24 to your policy).
• Professional development – Reimbursement of professional fees and support for ongoing training.
• Family‑friendly policies – Supporting you during life's important moments.
• Sick pay – Sick pay starts after just 6 months of service.