Job Introduction
Landmarc Support Services are currently seeking to recruit a Training Area Operative to join our dedicated team. In this role you will play a key part in helping to maintain a safe, efficient and sustainable place for our Armed Forces to train.
We are looking for someone enthusiastic about working in an outdoor environment, dedicated to supporting the Military. Landmarc provide full training and continuous development opportunities, making this a fantastic opportunity to start a career on the Defence Training Estate.
As the Training Area Operative - Main Tower Assistant, you will play a key part in helping to maintain a safe, efficient and sustainable place for our Armed Forces to train, this pivotal role is essential to the delivery of the contract.
We are looking for someone who is keen to work outdoors in a rural environment, previous experience in a similar industry is desirable but not essential. Landmarc offer great career progression and will provide full training to the successful applicant.
Landmarc offers excellent career progression and great benefits, no previous experience needed, just a great can do attitude!
Role Details
- Salary: £32,688.94 + Allowances
- Location: Tain Air Weapons Range, Ross-shire, Highland, Scotland
- Contract: Permanent, On-Site - 45 Hours Per Week
- Hours: Monday to Friday 07.30 to 17.30 Plus Overtime
About the Organisation
Landmarc provides the essential support services that enable Armed Forces to train for frontline operations across the UK Defence Training Estate. We maintain safe, sustainable infrastructure, operate training areas and ranges, and deliver major projects that enhance vital military training assets. Our vision is simple: to provide the best possible training experience for our Armed Forces.
What You’ll Do
- Grounds maintenance and sustainability tasks
- Preparing training areas for use
- Operation and maintenance of plant and equipment
- Manufacturing targets and target repairs
- Ensuring safety protocols during live firing practice
- Driving and operating fleet vehicles
- Carry out additional tasks as required
- Carry out Preventive and Reactive Tasks.
- Carry out Cleaning Duties
- Carry out Sentry Duties
Tower Assistant Duties
*Please note, this role will involve you attending and passing an MET course.
- Carrying out MET observations at Tain and Cape Wrath.
- Use of correct radio terminology and phraseology for clear communication
- Operating marine radios to communicate with nearby shipping
- Managing and operating the bomb scoring computer system
- Acting as a point of contact and performing lone worker checks for lookout towers
- Using range management systems to monitor and display range activity
- Understanding of range targets and associated weapon systems
- Use of warning systems including radar, flags and night lights
- Ensuring public safety, report and deal with unauthorised persons on the Training Area Estate control of access, reporting defects
- Detachment to Cape Wrath Training Centre to carry out MTA duties when required.
What We’re Looking For
- Knowledge of Health & Safety such as COSHH, manual handling, risk assessments and safe systems of work
- Knowledge of working outdoors in a rural environment
- Basic labouring, caretaking and DIY skills
- Excellent communication and IT skills
- Demonstrate proven track record of achieving objectives
- Work in a diverse multi-tasking mobile team environment
- Willingness to undertake training to work in high risk areas
- Previous Military experience (desirable but not essential)
- Weather Observer (desirable but not essential as full training will be provided)
- Must hold Full Valid UK Driving Licence
What You’ll Get
At Landmarc, we don’t just offer a job, we offer a package that supports your wellbeing, your family and your future. Here are the highlights:
- Up to 8% employer pension contribution
- 25 days holiday (pro rata) + bank holidays or time off in lieu (role‑dependent)
- Annual holiday purchase scheme
- Loyalty leave at 5 and 10 years
- Life assurance at 3x salary
- Health cash plan
- Discounts on top brands
- Paid professional fees and development support
For more - https://www.landmarcsolutions.com/careers/life-at-landmarc/benefits/
Our Values
- Take time to take care of yourself and others
- Always do the right thing, not just the easy thing
- Put the customer’s needs first
- Promise only what can be delivered
- Take pride in what you do
Our Behaviours
- Live and demonstrate our values every day
- Build strong, collaborative relationships
- Give feedback and recognition to support growth
- Embrace flexibility and adapt to change
Security
- BPSS security clearance is mandatory for all roles; some posts additionally require SC clearance.
Interviews
- Interview correspondence is sent by email, please check your junk folder.
- Interviews will be held during the last 2 weeks in August.
Apply Now - join a team delivering work that genuinely matters for UK defence.
