Support UK Defence Operations in the South Atlantic

Tax-Efficient Income | Free Accommodation & Meals | Free Gym | Return Flights Provided | Professional Development | Unique Lifestyle

Are you an experienced maintenance professional looking for a unique overseas opportunity?

We are looking for a Maintenance Supervisor to support the delivery of hard facilities management services across the British Forces South Atlantic Islands (BFSAI) estate in the Falkland Islands. Working alongside the Maintenance Manager and Core FM Team, you will play a key role in ensuring planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance activities are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with contractual requirements, statutory obligations, and industry best practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for a mechanically biased supervisor who enjoys leading teams, coordinating maintenance activities, and maintaining essential infrastructure within a dynamic Defence environment.

About the Falkland Islands

The Falkland Islands offer a unique lifestyle, combining facilities with incredible scenery, wildlife, and outdoor activities. With accommodation, meals and travel provided, this is an opportunity to experience life overseas while developing your career in a highly supportive Defence environment.

What's On Offer

• Tax-Efficient Income: Benefit from a simplified income tax structure, helping you maximise your take-home pay and saving potential.
• Free Accommodation & Meals: Free single accommodation and three daily meals provided, allowing you to retain more of your earnings.
• Return Flights to the UK Twice a Year: Stay connected with family and friends.
• 33 Days Annual Leave Plus Bank Holidays: Plenty of time to rest, travel, and recharge.
• Free Gym & Swimming Pool Access: Access to CrossFit, yoga, spin classes, squash, swimming, and more.
• Professional Development: Access to a range of learning opportunities, including business, science, arts, and language courses.
• Additional Financial Benefits: 5% Site Allowance paid monthly, and a 10% Tour Bonus paid annually.
• Relocation Support: Dedicated onboarding and experienced teams to help you settle into island life.
• Career-Defining Experience: Play a key role in supporting high-profile UK Defence operations.
• Unique Lifestyle: Live and work in one of the world's most remote and fascinating British Overseas Territories.

What You'll Be Doing

As Maintenance Supervisor, you will:

• Supervise and manage the Mechanical Maintenance Team, allocating planned preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance tasks.
• Coordinate maintenance activities across multiple disciplines to ensure service delivery requirements are met.
• Act as department lead during periods when the Maintenance Manager is unavailable.
• Plan and schedule specialist contractor visits and statutory inspection activities.
• Work closely with the Helpdesk and PPM Team to prioritise workloads and allocate resources effectively.
• Support monthly and annual maintenance reporting requirements.
• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on a range of mechanical systems and plant.
• Ensure compliance with Permit to Work (PTW) procedures and Safe Systems of Work (SSoW).
• Coach, support, and develop Mechanical Technicians through technical guidance and training.
• Maintain accurate labour, materials, and maintenance records.
• Manage remedial works documentation, including IRL and LCR submissions.
• Support emergency call-outs and operational maintenance activities when required.
• Travel to remote sites and mountain-top radar locations to support maintenance operations where necessary.

What You'll Be Working On

You will support the maintenance and operation of a wide range of mechanical systems, including:

• Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) systems.
• Industrial hangar doors.
• Mechanical ventilation systems.
• Medium Temperature Hot Water (MTHW) systems.
• Steam systems and boilers.
• Compressors and compressed air systems.
• Lift ramps.
• Catering and commercial kitchen equipment.
• Oil-fired plant and associated mechanical infrastructure.

What We're Looking For

Essential

• GCSEs or equivalent qualifications.
• Completed apprenticeship or NVQ Level 2 (or higher) in a relevant mechanical discipline.
• Strong mechanical engineering background.
• Experience maintaining mechanical plant and building services systems.
• Working knowledge of:
  • Oil-fired plant.
  • Compressors and compressed air systems.
  • Mechanical doors.
  • Lift ramps.
  • Kitchen and catering equipment.
  • Steam boilers.
• IT literacy, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Project.
• Good understanding of Health and Safety legislation.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and manage competing demands.
• Self-motivated, flexible, and able to work effectively under pressure.

Desirable

• Experience working overseas or in remote locations.
• Experience within a Ministry of Defence environment.
• Experience within a Petroleum, Oils and Lubricants (POL) environment.
• CITB Health, Safety and Environment for Managers qualification.
• SSSTS or SMSTS certification.
• CSCS Card.
• IPAF and PASMA qualifications.
• Asbestos Awareness training.
• Experience using Maximo or similar CAFM systems.
• Previous experience training, coaching, or mentoring maintenance personnel.

Personal Qualities

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Practical and hands-on approach to maintenance and problem solving.
• Safety focused with a commitment to compliance and quality.
• Organised and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing operational requirements.
• Positive and proactive attitude.
• Able to thrive in a remote island environment.

Ready for Your Next Adventure?

If you're an experienced maintenance professional looking to develop your career, maximise your earning potential, and gain unique overseas experience supporting UK Defence operations, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and join our team in the Falkland Islands.