Operations Manager - RAF Cosford

at  Serco Plc

Who we are
VIVO provides facilities management and accommodation maintenance for the UK military and its partners. VIVO embodies both experience and innovation.
What we do
We put our Customers and Families First. They are the driving force behind everything we do. We drive forward improvements for them to ensure the service they receive, whether reactive repairs or a major project, is completed safely and on time. In order to achieve this, we have 4 core values: open, caring, agile and collaborative. These are at the heart of everything we do.
Location: RAF Cosford, WV7
Full time, Permanent
Competitive salary
Within VIVO we are currently recruiting for an Operations Manager to be based at RAF Cosford. As the Operations Manager, you will oversee the effective, compliant and timely delivery of maintenance and response works in accordance with statutory legislation and MoD Mandatory requirements, complying with all Health and Safety and Environmental standards and policies.
You will be responsible for ensuring that suitable qualified and experienced operatives are directed to relevant tasks and have the appropriate equipment to perform these tasks, monitor the Supply Chain service delivery to enable Key Performance Indicators are achieved, review Risk Assessments and ensure that all tasks are recorded against assets in the CAFM system and ensure that progress of works and documentation is recorded and completed.
Another important aspect of the role will be to ensure compliance with Legionella and Asbestos management plans, taking on the duties of Responsible Person where required, carry out inspections and audits and project manage various M&E tasks from inception to completion.

To be successful in this role, we require you to hold HNC or equivalent qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, strong IT skills and multi site hard FM sub contractor management experience.
This role would suit someone working as a Hard FM Manager or works coordinator position from a reactive maintenance environment, who is looking for the next step in their career. Here at VIVO we are dedicated to the professional development of our employees and will support you in achieving your goals.
To be considered for this role you must hold a full UK driving licence and be able to pass SC Clearance.
What We Offer
As part of your package, we offer a 6% employer matched pension contribution, single private medical cover, life assurance up to 2x base salary, use of a pool vehicle and 25 days annual leave. In addition to this, we offer fantastic training and development, a supportive senior leadership team and varied and interesting work.
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 Leader. 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 0345 010 4000 and ask to speak to a VIVO Recruiter