Fuels Technician
Location: GL7 area, Gloucestershire
Pay Rate: £16.83 per hour
Start Date: 5 May 2026
Contract End Date: 30 June 2026 (likely extension)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:30 - 16:30
(Hours may change; overtime may be required)
Role Overview
We are recruiting 8 Fuels Technicians to support day-to-day fuels operations at a secure operational site. This role supports the Fuels Supervisor and plays a key part in ensuring safe, compliant, and effective management of ground fuels, aviation fuels, and cryogenic systems in line with operational requirements.
The position supports both routine operations and mission readiness, working closely with multiple stakeholders to maintain high standards of performance, safety, and environmental compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Duties
- Support fuels operations across ground fuels, aviation fuels, and cryogenic systems
- Receive, store, and issue fuel via pipelines and tanker deliveries
- Operate fuel dispensing systems and storage facilities
- Conduct laboratory testing of fuel samples
- Monitor, calculate, and forecast fuel requirements to maintain stock levels
- Follow operational procedures, system designs, and reporting structures
Compliance & Safety
- Adhere to UK Health & Safety at Work Act (1974) and USAF safety standards
- Ensure compliance with applicable instructions, technical orders, and environmental regulations
- Support mandatory compliance programmes including hazardous materials, lockout/tag-out, records management, and related safety systems
- Liaise with Health, Safety, and Quality teams as required
Essential Requirements
- Full, clean UK driving licence
- IT literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions in fast-paced or noisy environments
- Strong numerical skills and logical problem-solving ability
- Able to complete 3 years' referencing
- SC Security Clearance required (sponsorship facilitated; applicants must meet eligibility criteria)
Desirable
- ADR/CPC Class 2 licence
- Familiarity with U.S. Air Force or Department of Defense regulations
Additional Information
- No DBS required
- Fixed-term contract with strong potential for extension
Apply now if you have experience in fuels operations, logistics, or technical environments and are comfortable working in a safety-critical, regulated setting.
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