Assistant Shift Leader

As an Assistant Shift Leader, you'll help deliver the continuous operation and maintenance of the Solid State Phased Array Radar (SSPAR), supporting a critical capability that operates 24/7. Your work will help ensure uninterrupted radar availability while maintaining the safe and efficient operation of essential SSPAR equipment and infrastructure.

This is a role with real purpose, combining technical expertise, leadership support and operational responsibility. Working as part of a highly skilled shift team, you'll help create impactful solutions that support national defence, protect vital capabilities and make a positive impact through reliable service delivery. Our work touches lives, and you'll have the opportunity to develop specialist skills while helping to impact a better future.

What you'll do as an Assistant Shift Leader

• Operate and monitor facilities plant, the Building Management System (BMS) and fire alarm systems within the SSPAR facility.
• Carry out Authorised Person (Electrical) duties for high voltage (HV) and low voltage (LV) systems, supporting planned and reactive maintenance activities.
• Coordinate Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) activities, ensuring compliance with Joint Service Publication (JSP) 375 requirements and site procedures.
• Maintain accurate operational records, investigate issues and produce reports to support continuous improvement and operational performance.
• Supervise engineering subcontractors and support maintenance activities across facilities, mechanical, electrical and radar systems.
• Stand in for the Shift Leader when required, supporting radar operations, diagnostics, equipment rotations and site reporting activities.

A minimum Level 3 engineering qualification and/or significant experience working with HV and LV electrical and electronic systems.

• Currently an Authorised Person Electrical HV/LV or have previous experience performing AP duties is desirable
• Experience working within Safe Systems of Work environments and a strong commitment to health, safety and compliance.
• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, HVAC, building services or distributed control systems.
• Confident communicator who can build trust and work effectively with customers, colleagues, contractors and subcontractors.
• Self-motivated and adaptable, with a commitment to continuous learning, growth and professional development.

Location: RAF Fylingdales, North Yorkshire, YO18 7NT Salary: Competitive salary plus excellent benefits, including 25% shift allowance uplift Schedule: 8-week, 7-day fixed shift pattern including days (08:00-20:00) and nights (20:00-08:00) with rest days in between and 14-18 days' leave after each 8-week cycle., 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays

• Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
• Over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships (we currently offer over 60 different apprenticeships), mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression.
• Employee Assistance Programme, Bupa Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres, and 24/7 access to a virtual GP service
• Discounts across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel
• Paid volunteering day, tax‑free charitable giving through Payroll Giving Scheme, donate your pennies from your monthly pay to the Serco People Fund Charity
• Our employee networks support connection by providing spaces for collaboration, learning, and belonging. They represent and empower all our colleagues including veterans, LGBTQIA+ employees, women, parents and carers, people with disabilities, and people from all cultural backgrounds.

Vetting and checks:

Security Check (SC) clearance is required for this role. In line with Ministry of Defence (MOD) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements, only UK nationals can be considered.

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