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 four core values: open, caring, agile and collaborative. These are at the heart of everything we do.
Location
Dale Barracks, Chester, covering 6 additional sites within a 30 mile radius.
Contract & Salary
Full time, Permanent
Salary £32,000 – £38,000
Role Responsibilities
- 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.
- Ensure 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 ensure key performance indicators are achieved.
- Review risk assessments and ensure that all tasks are recorded against assets in the CAFM system and that progress of works and documentation are recorded and completed.
- Ensure compliance with Legionella and asbestos management plans, take on the duties of Responsible Person where required, carry out inspections and audits, and project manage various M&E tasks from inception to completion.
Qualifications & Must-Haves
- Hold a HNC or equivalent qualification in electrical or mechanical engineering.
- Strong IT skills.
- Multi‑site hard FM subcontractor management experience.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Ability to pass SC clearance.
Please only apply if you hold relevant M&E qualifications. Candidates without an M&E background will not be considered for this role.
What We Offer
- 6% employer‑matched pension contribution.
- Single private medical cover.
- Life assurance up to 2× base salary.
- Use of a pool vehicle.
- 25 days annual leave.
- Fantastic training and development.
- Supportive senior leadership team.
- Varied and interesting work.
VIVO Defence Services is a joint venture between Serco and EQUANS. By applying for this role, candidates accept that information contained in their CV may be shared between VIVO Defence Services, Serco and EQUANS during the recruitment process.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. We will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool.
We are open to discussions around flexibility; flexible working is available and we 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 role will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at interview.
Operations Manager-VIVO - Built Estate in Chester employer: VIVO Defence Services
VIVO Defence Services is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where apprentices can thrive while gaining hands-on experience in Facilities Management. With a strong focus on employee growth, the company provides opportunities for further education and professional development, alongside attractive benefits such as a company car, pension scheme, and generous annual leave. Working at VIVO not only allows you to contribute to meaningful projects across the southeast and southwest regions but also fosters a supportive culture that values innovation and teamwork.
