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RAF Syerston Future Opportunities

Job details
Posting date: 05 June 2026
Salary: Not specified
Additional salary information: £32938-35403 per annum
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 05 July 2026
Location: Nottingham, NG23 5NG
Company: Serco Limited
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 309963-44225876

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Summary

Serco Limited
Future Opportunities at RAF Syerston
Newark-on-Trent, NG23 5NG (Bordering Lincolnshire)
Contract Type: Full Time
Competitive salaries plus benefits

Here at Serco, we support the development of RAF’s next generation of aircrew, engineers, and air traffic controllers through our unique contract with the Air Cadet organisation. At RAF Syerston, Serco are contracted with maintaining and managing their fleet of gliders.

We have several exciting opportunities at RAF Syerston for individuals interested in joining us from Aircraft Maintenance and Supervisory roles. If you are interested in being considered for any future opportunities, please submit an application with your CV and we will keep you informed as soon as any vacancies become available.

Aircraft Supervisor Mechanical
- £32,938, rising to £35,754 post probationThis role will carry out the responsibilities and duties of Support Staff with Supervisory Responsibilities in accordance with Military Aviation Authority Regulatory Publication Regulatory Article 4801 and Part 145. We are looking for an individual who can lead and supervise engineering personnel carrying out maintenance on Viking and other contract-related aircraft at RAF Syerston and other locations throughout the UK.

What you’ll need to do the role:
The members of our team come from both a military and civilian background. To meet the qualification and experience requirements of the role, we require our supervisors to meet one or more of the following;
Be appropriately experienced and have completed, as a minimum, MOD Phase 2 technical training
Hold an appropriate category A, B1, B2 or C licence in compliance with European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Annex III (Part 66)
Be appropriately experienced and have completed suitable civilian training (civilian contractors only)

The successful post holder must demonstrate having experience to hold Support Staff with Supervisory Responsibilities or civilian equivalent. You should have a minimum of 5-years’ experience in equivalent civilian industry or Armed Forces in a relevant trade group.

Aircraft Senior Supervisor Mechanical
- £35,403, rising to £38,236Based at RAF’s Central Gliding School you’ll lead and manage teams carrying out maintenance on Glider aircraft at the base and around the country. As part of the role, you’ll carry out the duties of Certifying Staff in accordance with Military Aviation Authority Regulatory Publication Regulatory Article 4801 and Part 145.

What you’ll need to do the role:
The members of our team come from both a military and civilian background. To meet the qualification and experience requirements of the role, we require our supervisors to meet one or more of the following:
Be appropriately experienced and have completed, as a minimum, MOD Phase 2 technical training
Be appropriately experienced and have completed suitable civilian training (civilian contractors only)

You’ll also need to demonstrate that you have held authority or potential to sign for independent inspection (Military) or duplicate inspections (Civilian). Furthermore, you’ll need to have knowledge of military or civilian aircraft maintenance documentation and publication.

What we offer:
Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
A flexible working allowance of 8% may be provided, subject to role requirements and successful completion of probation period.
A further 2.5% Trade Allowance may be provided subject to role requirements and successful completion of training and authorisations granted.
Serco discounts which include cinema, merlin entertainment and online shopping discounts, and discounts on mobile phone plans and leisure centre memberships.
A safe and supportive culture.
Interesting and enjoyable work.
A company passionate about diversity and inclusion.
Committed to professional and personal development with a wide range of training and coaching opportunities to expand your capabilities.

If you are interested in any of the above roles and would like to find out more, please give us a call on 03450104000 and one of the recruitment team will be able to answer any questions you may have.

Let’s impact a better future, together. Apply today.


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