SLEP Centre Engineer

Title:

SLEP Centre Engineer

Recruitment

Location:

Beacon Barracks, Stafford

Employment type:

Full‑time (Permanent)

40 hours per week (Monday–Friday), with additional overtime required on weekends when needed.

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Permanent Service Life Extension Programme Centre Engineer in Beacon Barracks, Stafford. Join our vibrant, inclusive community in Complex Facilities/Amey Defence Equipment working on Service, inspection, maintenance and repair of Amey’s Plant and HGV assets as part of the Service Life Extension Programme.

• Proactively maintain and repair a fleet of assets identified as part of the SLEP.
• Investigate, understand and eliminate failures or faulty operation of products to ensure rapid, cost‑effective fixes while maintaining safe and effective operation.
• Complete SLEP standard tasks within given guidelines.
• Liaise with the SLEP Centre Supervisor and Equipment Sustainability Manager to clarify expected work, timescales, and costs.
• Identify further work required on equipment and follow the NFW&T process for any damage to ensure the customer is informed and potential revenue is identified.
• Complete all related job and service documentation with accurate data and obtain necessary signatures/documents from the customer.
• Repair, maintain, inspect and service plant and HGV equipment and associated ancillaries to company standards and applicable legislation (LOLER, PUWER).
• Maintain local stocks of spares, CES, ancillaries, attachments, and technical documentation.
• Collect and input management information from maintenance and transaction activity.
• Adhere to safe systems of work and company Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality policies.
• Mentor WFA and MoD maintainers and users within qualification limits.
• Undertake out‑of‑hours duties, including weekend work, as required.
• Achieve local or team goals and KPIs.

• Full UK Driving Licence
• City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent in mechanical engineering
• Experience in diagnosis techniques
• Working knowledge of Health & Safety, LOLER and PUWER regulations
• Experience in construction related plant/MHE/HGV maintenance
• No restrictions to gaining MoD security clearance
• Ability to load and unload equipment, tools, STTE and spares
• Valid passport for occasional overseas travel
• Able to maintain periods of intense workload

We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates. Please note this role will require BPSS and MoD security clearance.

At Amey we work on long‑term stable contracts so you can plan a long‑term career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People, underscoring our commitment to supporting our people in all parts of our organisation, enabling them to thrive. Whether you are starting your career, returning to the workplace, or bringing professional expertise, there is a place for you here.

• Competitive annual salary with potential for yearly reviews, plus a company vehicle
• Career growth opportunities
• Training opportunities including fully funded leadership programmes
• 24+ days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to buy additional days
• Generous pension scheme with extra contributions from Amey
• Flexible benefits: insurance, Cycle2
  
  Work scheme, discounted gym membership, etc.
• Exclusive discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more
• Two Social Impact Days each year for volunteering and fundraising
• Family‑friendly policies for new parents or caregivers
• Membership of our Affinity Networks for diverse communities within Amey

We are a leading provider of full life‑cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions for transport infrastructure and complex facilities. Our purpose is to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future. Every day our teams across the UK and internationally shape complex environments that impact generations to come.

At Amey we constantly evolve how we work to reflect different needs and backgrounds. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine. As a disability confident leader, we guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

For any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support, please contact our recruitment team at .

*** We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible.***