Trainee Service Manager | RNAS Yeovilton in Ilchester

VIVO provides facilities management and accommodation maintenance for the UK military and its partners. VIVO embodies both experience and innovation.

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.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in managing billable works, engaging with key stakeholders, and supporting the effective operation of a complex military estate.

What You’ll Need

• An understanding of project management within a relevant field.
• A working knowledge of CDM Regulations, the Asbestos at Work Act, Legionella requirements, energy performance and sustainability, and waste management.
• A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Experience of working within a Ministry of Defence environment, knowledge of fire safety, previous use of CAFM systems, and an understanding of energy reduction methods would be advantageous, but are not essential.
• IOSH or an equivalent health and safety qualification would also be desirable.

This role would suit someone who works proactively, takes ownership of their responsibilities, and enjoys working collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders. You should be committed to learning and continuous improvement, able to prioritise your workload effectively, and confident in knowing when to seek guidance. You will value diversity, act respectfully at all times, and understand the importance of responsiveness in delivering a high-quality service to both clients and end users.

The role is based at RNAS Yeovilton, with occasional travel within the SDA as required so you will need to have a full UK drivers license. You must be able to get BPSS Clearance to be eligible for this role.

Working with VIVO offers the opportunity to develop your career while supporting critical Defence infrastructure. You will be supported by experienced professionals, receive structured development, and gain exposure to challenging and rewarding work within a highly regulated environment.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and grow into a future Service Manager role, we encourage you to apply.

We offer:

• Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
• 25 Days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Volunteer leave
• One paid professional subscription
• Life Assurance Policy

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.