At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a hands-on team delivering naval trials by deploying and recovering equipment in marine and land environments.
- Company: Be part of QinetiQ, a leader in defence technology with a commitment to inclusivity.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous holidays, health plans, and a matched pension scheme.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with opportunities for personal growth and community volunteering.
- Why this job: Work outdoors, operate exciting equipment, and make a real impact on naval operations.
- Qualifications: Full UK driving licence and experience in practical, hands-on roles.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
The Role
As a Range Support Technician, you will be part of a hands‑on operational team responsible for delivering naval trials by physically deploying, moving, and recovering equipment across both marine and land environments.
Responsibilities
- Day‑to‑day duties include working outdoors in a varied and practical role by operating boats and heavy equipment, supporting test activities, and ensuring trials run safely and effectively from set‑up through to completion.
- Operating boats (including RIBs) to deploy and recover equipment during trials.
- Supporting naval test activities by placing and retrieving equipment in the water.
- Operating plant and vehicles (HGVs, cranes, forklifts, telehandlers) to move and position equipment.
- Preparing, loading, and unloading trial equipment safely and efficiently.
- Supporting a variety of test activities including underwater systems, weapons trials, and maritime operations.
- Working as part of a close‑knit team to deliver safe and successful trial outcomes.
Essential Experience
- Experience working in a practical, hands‑on environment.
- Comfortable working outdoors and at sea.
- Experience operating vehicles or plant equipment (e.g. forklifts, cranes, HGVs or similar).
- Strong awareness of safety and ability to follow procedures.
- Ability to work as part of a team in a dynamic operational environment.
- Good problem‑solving skills and a proactive attitude.
Essential Qualifications
- Full UK driving licence.
- Willingness and ability to obtain relevant licences (e.g. plant, marine, HGV).
- Ability to meet medical and sea survival requirements.
Working Conditions
This role is 37 hours per week based at our BUTEC (British Underwater Test & Evaluation Centre) site with a minimum average site attendance of 5 days per week.
Benefits
- Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance.
- Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days.
- Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance.
- Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more.
- Support for the Armed Forces community through the Armed Forces Covenant and Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.
- Volunteering opportunities for charities and local community.
EEO Statement
QinetiQ is committed to building an inclusive, accessible and welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We encourage applications from all candidates and are a disability confident committed employer.
Clearance Requirements
All applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.
