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Job Title: &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Fleet Operative Driver Location: &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Chatham, Kent Compensation: &nbsp; &nbsp;£26,098.54 - £28,973.44 + Benefits&nbsp; Role Type: &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Full time / Permanent&nbsp; Role ID: &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;SF65334Drive with Purpose. Support National DefenceAt Babcock, we’re working to create a safe and secure world, together. If you join us, you can play your part as a Fleet Operative Driver at the Royal School of Military Engineering (RSME), near Rochester, Kent.The role As a Fleet Operative Driver, you’ll be part of a vital team supporting the UK’s defence operations. You’ll provide safe and reliable transport for military personnel and equipment across the UK and occasionally overseas. This is a hands-on role where your driving skills will directly contribute to national readiness and operational success.Day-to-day you’ll be: • &nbsp; &nbsp;Driving military and civilian vehicles, including electric vehicles, HGVs, and coaches • &nbsp; &nbsp;Transporting personnel and equipment to training exercises and operational duties • &nbsp; &nbsp;Performing Level 1 (User) maintenance checks before, during, and after use • &nbsp; &nbsp;Responding to customer queries with professionalism and enthusiasm • &nbsp; &nbsp;Supporting fleet operations through administrative tasksThe role is based onsite at the Royal School of Military Engineering, and the set working times are Monday to Friday, totalling 37 hours per week.Essential experience of the Fleet Operative Driver: • &nbsp; &nbsp;Proven experience working with vehicles • &nbsp; &nbsp;Ability to work independently and collaboratively • &nbsp; &nbsp;Strong customer service skills and a positive attitude • &nbsp; &nbsp;Flexible approach to working hours, including potential overtime • &nbsp; &nbsp;Basic computer literacyQualifications for the Fleet Operative Driver: • &nbsp; &nbsp;Full UK Category B driving licence • &nbsp; &nbsp;Full UK Category D driving licenceSecurity Clearance The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Standard (BPSS) security clearance for this role.Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at <a href=" clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).">United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).</a>What we offer&nbsp; • &nbsp; &nbsp;Generous holiday allowance&nbsp; • &nbsp; &nbsp;Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance • &nbsp; &nbsp;Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+ • &nbsp; &nbsp;Employee share scheme&nbsp; • &nbsp; &nbsp;Employee shopping savings portal • &nbsp; &nbsp;Payment of Professional Fees • &nbsp; &nbsp;Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave&nbsp; • &nbsp; &nbsp;Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows UK Babcock employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement. This Window opens February through to March annually. • &nbsp; &nbsp;‘Be Kind Day’ enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity • &nbsp; &nbsp;Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.Babcock International&nbsp; For over a century Babcock &nbsp;has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.&nbsp;We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email <a href="careers@babcockinternational.com">careers@babcockinternational.com</a> with the subject header ‘Reasonable adjustments requirement’. We’re committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone’s free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working – please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.Closing date: 30/10/2025

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<h2>Space Systems Engineering Degree Apprenticeship</h2>Level: 6Salary: £23,776 Location:&nbsp;Hawthorn (Corsham) or Oakhanger (Bordon)Application closing date: 18th December 2025Programme start date: September 2026Role ID: 67842<h2></h2>Our 5-year Space Systems Engineering Apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to earn a BEng in Space Systems Engineering from the University of Portsmouth, while helping to protect lives and support critical national infrastructure. With the global space industry expected to triple in value by 2035, this is your chance to gain in-demand skills and play a part in shaping the UK’s future in space.<h2>About the programme</h2>During your apprenticeship, you’ll be embedded in Babcock's Skynet Service Delivery Wrap (SDW) programme. The Skynet system provides secure satellite communications to the UK and NATO armed forces, enabling personnel to stay connected anytime, in any environment, anywhere on Earth.You’ll work four days a week from one of our key engineering locations – either Hawthorn (Corsham) or Oakhanger (Bordon) – where our teams help to maintain and modernise the UK’s sovereign space communications infrastructure. Accommodation expenses will be covered when travel away from your home base is necessary, including visits to Babcock locations such as Ashton House (Bristol).As you progress, you’ll rotate through our Skynet SDW engineering teams, gaining insight into how each area supports the wider system. You’ll assist in a variety of technical tasks that grow in complexity as your skills and confidence develop. One day you might be supporting upgrades to communications systems on a Royal Navy warship; the next, testing advanced satellite devices or helping to redesign systems that integrate newly launched spacecraft. You may even help develop subsystem designs that enhance our satellite ground stations.This is a role with real impact where you won’t just be gaining specialised engineering skills; you’ll be contributing to a mission that helps protect lives and maintain national security.<h2>Your education/training </h2>During your apprenticeship, you will study for a Bachelor of Engineering with Honours (BEng) in Space Systems Engineering through the University of Portsmouth.Your academic studies will complement the work you’re doing in the business, with modules covering electronics, mechanical and electrical systems, software engineering and space communications. This blend of theory and practice will help you build a deep and practical understanding of how space systems operate and evolve. You’ll also develop valuable skills in systems engineering, hardware design, and coding.During term time, you’ll typically spend one day per week at university and four days embedded in Skynet engineering activities. Additional study time will be provided during exam periods and for university project work, ensuring you have the support you need to succeed academically.<h2>Future prospects</h2>On successful completion of the apprenticeship programme, you will be invited to apply for one of a range of engineering opportunities within Babcock.You’ll also have the opportunity to build on your progress toward professional registration as an Incorporated or Chartered Engineer, a recognised benchmark of engineering competence, which can support your journey into more advanced roles, such as Senior Engineer.As a global organisation, Babcock provides countless opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career. To support your growth, we’ve introduced the Babcock Role Framework, which outlines roles, career pathways, and development opportunities. With every job mapped to these frameworks, you’ll have a transparent view of the steps needed to reach Senior Engineer and beyond.<h2>What you’ll need</h2><ul><li>A minimum of five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent), including Maths, English and a science subject.</li><li>3 A Levels, including Maths at grade B or above, one Science, Technology, Engineering or additional Mathematics subject at grade C or above, and a third subject at grade C or above.</li><li>104 UCAS points from three subjects.</li><li>Many of our apprenticeship programmes are subject to Security Clearance and Trade Control restrictions which mean that your place of birth, nationality, citizenship, or residency you hold or have held may impact which programmes you are eligible for. For this programme, you must be able to achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) clearance. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels – GOV.UK (<a href="http://www.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.gov.uk</a>).</li></ul><h2>What you’ll get </h2>We’ll provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career.In addition, you’ll benefit from:<ul><li>Fully funded qualification</li><li>Personal development training and opportunities</li><li>Minimum 28 days holiday allowance including bank holidays</li><li>Competitive pension scheme</li><li>Employee share scheme</li><li>Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme and employee shopping savings portal</li></ul>You’ll also have the chance to get involved in our STEM outreach activities and volunteering opportunities, which our apprentices find incredibly rewarding.<h2>Your career development</h2>It’s hard to beat the variety of fantastic opportunities and business experiences you’ll receive. You can expect real world encounters and exposure to exciting projects that will really help you navigate where you want to take your career.Plus, when you join us, you’ll be automatically enrolled onto our Apprentice Development Programme. Through a series of digital and face to face sessions, presented by wellbeing and performance experts and our external partners, we will equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to thrive and perform at your very best on your programme and beyond.<h2>Application process and closing dates</h2>Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and the programme may close early if we receive a high volume of interest. To give yourself the best chance of being considered, we strongly recommend submitting your application and completing any required online assessments as soon as possible.

Space Systems Engineering Degree Apprenticeship

Job Title:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Mobile Repair TechnicianLocation:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Croydon, South LondonCompensation:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Up to £32,760 - Dependent on Experience + BenefitsRole Type:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Full time / Permanent Role ID:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; SF66683Keep London’s Emergency Fleet MovingAt Babcock, we’re working to create a safe and secure world, together. If you join us, you can play your part as a Mobile Repair Technician at Croydon, South London.The role As a Mobile Repair Technician, you’ll be part of a team that plays a critical role in supporting the London Fire Brigade. You’ll help ensure their fleet of over 460 vehicles and specialist equipment is always ready to respond making a real difference to public safety and emergency response across Greater London.This is a dynamic and hands-on role where your technical expertise will directly impact operational readiness. You’ll work across a wide range of sites, diagnosing and repairing faults, improving reliability, and helping reduce in-service defects. It’s a career that offers variety, purpose, and the chance to grow your skills in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.Day-to-day you’ll be: • &nbsp; &nbsp;Diagnosing faults and conducting vehicle testing using specialist equipment and techniques. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Maintaining your company vehicle to ensure roadworthiness and timely servicing. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Completing job documentation accurately, including post-repair write-ups and parts requisitions. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Identifying recharge cost instances and reporting them with supporting evidence. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Working across operational and training sites, performing manual tasks such as lifting, bending, and using tools.Please note that the successful candidate will be required to pass a targeted medical questionnaire and/or medical examination as a condition of employment for this role.Please note that this position involves manual work. This could include lifting, bending, using tools or standing for extended periods of time.The role is based onsite at Croydon, and the set working times are Monday to Friday, totalling 40 hours per week. Regular travel across internal and customer sites is expected.Essential experience of the Mobile Repair Technician: • &nbsp; &nbsp;Proven experience as a qualified motor vehicle technician. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Full UK driving licence (Category B essential; Category C desirable). • &nbsp; &nbsp;Strong diagnostic skills and a methodical approach to fault resolution. • &nbsp; &nbsp;High attention to quality and safety. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Understanding of health and safety practices in workshop environments. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Ability to interpret technical documentation accurately.Qualifications for the Mobile Repair Technician: • &nbsp; &nbsp;City &amp; Guilds Levels 1 and 2 in Motor Vehicle Studies, or&nbsp; • &nbsp; &nbsp;NVQ Levels 2 and 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent).Security ClearanceThe successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Standard (BPSS) security clearance for this role.Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels" target="_blank">United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)</a>.What we offer<ul><li>Generous holiday allowance</li><li>Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance</li><li>Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+</li><li>Employee share scheme</li><li>Employee shopping savings portal</li><li>Payment of Professional Fees</li><li>Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave</li><li>Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows UK Babcock employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement. This Window opens February through to March annually.</li><li>‘Be Kind Day’ enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity</li><li>Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.</li></ul>Babcock International For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.&nbsp;We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email <a href="mailto:careers@babcockinternational.com" target="_blank">careers@babcockinternational.com</a> with the subject header ‘Reasonable adjustments requirement’. We’re committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone’s free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working – please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.Closing date: 27/10/2025

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