Reactive Plumbing Operative | Lyneham Area

Who we are

VIVO provides facilities management and accommodation maintenance for the UK military and its partners. VIVO embodies both experience and innovation.

What we do

We put our Customers and Families First. They are the driving force behind everything we do. We drive forward improvements for them to ensure the service they receive, whether reactive repairs or a major project, is completed safely and on time. In order to achieve this, we have 4 core values: open, caring, agile and collaborative. These are at the heart of everything we do.

Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent
Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday with on call 1 in 3 weeks including weekends & bank holidays (with day in lieu for bank holidays)

Location: Lyneham Area, with daily travel throughout Bristol, Warminster, Corsham, Gloucester
Salary: £28,000 to £32,000 dependent on experience

Join the team powering the UK's Defence infrastructure - and make every day count.

Are you a qualified plumber ready for your next big opportunity? Do you take pride in solving problems, working with your hands, and delivering top-notch service that truly matters? We're on the lookout for a skilled and motivated Reactive Plumbing Operative to join our dedicated team in Warminster.

About the role

In this role, you'll be delivering high-quality plumbing repairs and installations across MOD properties. You'll respond to day-to-day service requests, ensuring Right First Time fixes, while carrying out inspections, system testing, and fault diagnosis. You'll work directly with families, clients, and our supply chain to ensure complete satisfaction, operating safely and efficiently in line with our commitment to excellent service.

Your responsibilities will also include accurate record keeping, both digitally and on paper, attending training and team briefings, and contributing to our culture of continuous improvement. You'll help mentor apprentices and represent the VIVO values with every task you take on.

What you'll need;

To succeed in this role, you'll need an NVQ Level 2 or 3 qualification in Plumbing and a full UK driving licence. You should have a practical mindset with an eye for safety, a strong sense of reliability, and a professional, proactive attitude. Previous experience in domestic plumbing is preferred, and a focus on customer satisfaction is essential.

Joining VIVO means becoming part of a major national project that supports our Armed Forces and their families. You'll be provided with a fully equipped van and uniform, along with regular hours, great training, and a supportive, high-performing team that values pride, trust, innovation, and care.

At VIVO, we believe in perfect delivery and outstanding service — and we're looking for people who feel the same.

Apply now and be part of something bigger!

What we offer;

·             Work van & fuel card

·             25 Days annual leave

·             Volunteer leave

·             Established reward and recognition scheme

·             One paid professional subscription

·             Life Assurance Policy

·             Employee discount and reward schemes

·             Interesting, varied, and enjoyable work

·             A company that recognises your contribution

·             Training opportunities and qualifications within a supportive environment to ensure career progression

VIVO Defence Services

The role you have applied for is with VIVO Defence Services, a joint venture between Serco and EQUANS. By applying for this role, please be aware that information contained within your CV may be shared between VIVO Defence Services, Serco and EQUANS during the recruitment process.

At VIVO, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. Therefore, we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool.

We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working and operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas. We are proudly a Disability Confident Leader. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview.