Electrical Engineer | RAF Fairford

Overview

VIVO provides facilities management and accommodation maintenance for the UK military and its partners, combining experience with innovation.

We put our Customers and Families First. They are the driving force behind everything we do. We drive improvements to ensure the service they receive – whether reactive repairs or major projects – is completed safely and on time. Our core values – open, caring, agile and collaborative – guide all our actions.

• Contract:
  
  Full Time, Permanent
• Location:
  
  RAF Fairford / Welford
• Working Hours:
  
  40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00 – 4:30 PM. On‑call rota 1 week in 3/4
• Salary:
  Up to £42,000

This hands‑on Electrical Engineer & Tester position delivers both planned and reactive electrical maintenance across commercial and domestic buildings, with a focus on commercial environments. Duties include PPM activities, fixed‑wire inspections, compliance testing, and fault response on critical systems and assets. The role requires meeting timescales, key performance indicators and maintaining high safety and quality standards. It also involves client‑facing interactions with building custodians and stakeholder stakeholders.

Out‑of‑hours coverage is required on a flexible basis, anticipated to move to a one‑in‑three or one‑in‑four arrangement.

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent, plus knowledge of the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.

• 2391 Testing and Inspection qualification and solid experience in fixed‑wire testing and general electrical maintenance within commercial settings.

• Experience in high‑compliance or critical environments is highly beneficial. Airfield Ground Lighting (AGL) experience or qualifications is a strong advantage.

• Confidence in a client‑facing role, with the ability to manage expectations and build positive relationships on site.

Security Clearance (SC) eligibility is required for this role.

This role offers the opportunity to work on a high‑profile site supporting essential infrastructure, within a strong team environment that values performance and delivery. You will receive a company van and fuel card to support day‑to‑day duties.

• Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 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 is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports all, and we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment. We are proudly a Disability Confident Leader and encourage applications from diverse candidates.