Training Area Operative
| Posting date: | 25 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £26,877.6 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 December 2025 |
| Location: | Wyke Regis, DT4 9HH |
| Company: | Landmarc Support Services |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | landmarc/TP/11948/1427 4490 |
Summary
Landmarc Support Services are currently seeking to recruit a Training Area Operative to join our dedicated team supporting the Royal Engineers training operations.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.
Landmarc offers excellent career progression and great benefits, no previous experience needed, just a great can do attitude!
Shifts run between:08:00 - 16:30 fromMonday to Thursday and 08:00 - 13:00 Friday, with the additional possibility of core hours working when required.
Hours of work: 37 per week
Contract:Permanent
Location:Wyke Regis Training Camp, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9HH
*Please note that all interview-related correspondence will be sent via email. We recommend regularly checking your inbox, including your junk folder.
- Be the lead person, responsible for Water Safety Equipment (WSE) including clothing, life jackets inspection, supervision, maintenance and record keeping
- Operate, maintain, clean and report faults on the Units Combat Support Boats (CSB's) and Inflatable Safety Boats.
- Support Visiting Unit training, employed as a Safety Boat Operator
- Assist with Boat related stores preparation and stocktaking.
- Carry out crane slinging operations when required.
- Assist with stores preparation and stocktaking
- Carry out crane slinging operations
- Perform estate maintenance (painting, pressure washing, strimming, grass cutting, and basic DIY)
- Carry out Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) on portable electric devices.
- Be prepared to work at other LSS Sites, (Inc.Ranges) and attend trg courses which involves stays away from home, for the duration.
- Complete additional tasks as directed by your Team Leader or Manager
- Comfortable working outdoors and ready for hands-on work and boat operating
- Literate and posses strong communication skills
- Basic computer literacy (Knowledge of MOD systems)
- Good understanding of Health & Safety, and safe systems of work
- Competent Boat Operator - CSB, RYA L2 Powerboat and VHF Radio Operator (preferred – training available)
- Full UK Driving Licence (Essential)
- Combat Support Boat Operator
- RYA L2 Powerboat & VHF Radio Licence
- RYA First Aid on Water Cert
- Sea Survival Cert
- Crane Slinging Cert
- Strimming Operator Cert
- Ride on Mower Cert
- WSE (Life Jacket) Supervisor/Maintainer Cert
- Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) Cert
Join Landmarc and Enjoy a Competitive Salary Plus Outstanding Benefits!
At Landmarc, we value our employees and go beyond just offering a competitive salary.We’re proud to provide a range of exceptional benefits designed to support your well-being, career growth, and work-life balance. Here are just some of the highlights:
Pension
- Join our company stakeholder pension scheme, with contributions of up to 8% of your salary from Landmarc.
Generous Holiday Entitlement
- Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, pro-rata.
- Your holiday allowance grows with your continued service.
- Want more time off? You can purchase up to 10 additional days each year for greater flexibility.
Other Amazing Benefits
- Edenred Savings Scheme: Unlock exclusive discounts and savings for you and your family.
- Annual Salary Review: Conducted in consultation with our recognised Trade Unions to ensure fairness.
- Life Assurance: Insured for three times your annual salary to provide peace of mind for your loved ones.
- Health Cash Plan: Access health benefits for you and your family (add up to four children under 24 to your policy).
- Professional Development: Reimbursement of professional fees and support for ongoing training.
- Family-Friendly Policies: Supporting you during life’s important moments.
- Sick Pay: Sick pay starts after just 6 months of service.
At Landmarc, we don’t just offer benefits – we invest in your future, your well-being, and your career. Join us today and take advantage of everything we have to offer!
About the Company
Landmarc provides the support services that enable Armed Forces from around the world to prepare for frontline military operations across the UK Defence Training Estate (DTE).This includes maintaining and delivering safe and sustainable infrastructure, managing and operating training areas and ranges and delivering multi-million pound projects to improve vital training assets.
By joining Landmarc you will be supporting our vision to provide the best training experience we can for our Armed Forces. We are the first and only Special Purpose Vehicle to be contracted by the Ministry of Defence (MOD) as their Industry Partner on the UK Defence Training Estate and the only company that is solely dedicated to the UK DTE, delivering essential support services since 2003.