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Overview
Location: West Lavington, Devizes, Wiltshire. COTEC is an outstation of Cranfield Defence and Security within Cranfield University, located on Salisbury Plain. The site carries out testing and evaluation of explosives, ordnance and munitions for defence and commercial customers, and supports Cranfield University research projects.
Responsibilities
* Provide and deliver comprehensive operational site services at COTEC, encompassing Health and Safety, Statutory Inspections, Quality Management, Procurement, Contractor Oversight, Transport, Fuel Management, and maintenance of Plant and Machinery. Ensure services are delivered efficiently, safely, and in compliance with industry standards and legal requirements.
* Continuously review and assess service delivery; work with suppliers, contractors, and colleagues to implement improvements and ensure that services and building infrastructure are reliable, fit for purpose, and optimised for operational needs.
* Independently manage maintenance and repairs, coordinate minor works, arrange access, and oversee the issuance of work permits. In liaison with Landmarc/landlord, ensure availability of site-specific supplies and services.
* Coordinate and manage a team of four range technical staff; create a collaborative team environment, delegate responsibilities, and assist with prioritising workloads to maintain efficient site services.
About You
* HNC or NVQ (Level 4) in a relevant subject area and/or experience in a similar role, with evidence of formal health and safety training relevant to site management.
* Valid UK driving licence.
* Substantial experience in managing or assisting in site maintenance/management including health and safety, with knowledge of health and safety legislation relevant to site or property management.
About Us
As a specialist postgraduate university, Cranfield’s world-class expertise, large-scale facilities and industry partnerships create leaders in technology and management globally.
Our Values and Commitments
Our values are Ambition, Impact, Respect, and Community. We are a Disability Confident Employer and part of the Stonewall Diversity Champions Programme. We support flexible working options and were ranked in the Top 30 family-friendly employers in the UK by Working Families. We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and Flexible Working. We are a founding signatory of the Science Council's Technician Commitment.
Working Arrangements
Our Working Arrangements Framework provides options to flexibly combine on-site and remote working where the role allows, balancing the needs of staff, students, clients and partners.
Posted Date: 08/09/2025 • Apply by: 28/09/2025
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