VIVO, a 50:50 joint venture between Serco and EQUANS, has been awarded places on the Defence FM and Housing Maintenance framework contracts.
VIVO embodies both experience and innovation. It combines Serco's comprehensive track record delivering engineering, technical and FM services to the UK MOD for over 55 years with EQUANS' market leading FM, energy, asset optimisation and regeneration capabilities.
Location: Imjin Barracks & Gloucester sites
Working Hours: Full Time + an on-call rota approx. 1 week in every 6.
Salary: Up to £35,000 (dependent on experience)
Within VIVO we are currently recruiting for an Electrician to undertake effective, compliant and timely delivery of planned and reactive electrical maintenance tasks at Imjin Barracks and the surrounding area.
Reporting to the Technical Services Manager. You will work as part of the on-site engineering team and daily tasks will be allocated via tablet device or paper-based task instruction. Within this role you will be required to undertake Statutory, Mandatory and Planned Preventative Maintenance tasks in a safe and efficient manner. You will ensure all tasks and relevant records are completed comprehensively and timely within service level agreements.
This role will see you carry out reactive repairs / callouts on mission critical assets in a timely manner, this will involve participating in an on-call rota to cover emergency call outs during non-core hours.
Daily tasks can include;
- Completing compliance activity and minor works in accordance with JSP375
- Undertaking minor installation works e.g. refurbishment projects
- Ensuring all H&S documentation (RAMS) are present prior to engaging the task
- Reviewing and contributing to Risk Assessments and Method Statements
- Working from drawings and specifications and other documentation without the need for direct supervision
- Notifying management of any defects on equipment or systems
- Attending team briefs, Toolbox talks and technical bulletins
- Mentorship of apprentices
Here at VIVO we will ensure that we will give you all the skills and training to empower you to be able to work with minimal supervision and can make decisions on the most appropriate repair solution. We take your career development seriously, we offer excellent ongoing training opportunities which will not only see you be able to comply with industry changes but also progress your career with VIVO.?
What you'll need to do this role
This role will include travel within multiple locations so you must hold a full, clean UK driving licence. A company van will be provided for business use.
It is essential that you already hold your electrical qualifications 18th edition and C&G 2357 – City and Guilds 2391 Inspection and Testing is desirable.
It is desirable that you have experience of operating within either an MOD or Construction/Property Maintenance environment.
You must be able to pass SC Clearance to be considered for this role.
What we offer
- Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
- 25 Days annual leave
- Volunteer leave
- One paid professional subscription
- Life Assurance Policy
- Employee discount and reward schemes
- Interesting, varied, and enjoyable work
- A company that recognises your contribution
- Training opportunities and qualifications within a supportive environment to ensure career progression
VIVO Defence Services
The role you have applied for is with VIVO Defence Services, a joint venture between Serco and EQUANS. By applying for this role, please be aware that information contained within your CV may be shared between VIVO Defence Services, Serco and EQUANS during the recruitment process.
At VIVO, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. Therefore, we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool.
We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working and operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas. We are proudly a Disability Confident Employer. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. If candidates wish to request extra time to apply then they should contact and ask to speak to a VIVO Recruiter.