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VIVO embodies both experience and innovation.\nWhat we do\nWe 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.\nContract: Full Time, Permanent \nLocation: RAF Croughton (with occasional travel to Barford St Johns)\nWorking Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm\nSalary: £40,000 - £44,000 depending on experience\nReady to Take Your HVAC Career to the Next Level?\nWe are seeking a skilled and motivated HVAC Engineer to join a high-performing team at RAF Croughton. This is more than a standard maintenance role; it is an opportunity to support critical infrastructure within the UK Defence sector while working with advanced systems in a professional and purpose-driven environment.\nReporting to the Technical Services Manager, you will be working in a HVAC team of two engineers. While there will be opportunities to work collaboratively, the role will predominantly involve lone working, requiring confidence, independence, and strong problem-solving ability.\nWhat You Will Be Doing\nIn this role, you will carry out both planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs across a range of HVAC systems within commercial and domestic buildings on site. Tasks will be allocated to you via PDA or paper-based job sheets, with your workload scheduled in advance to support efficient delivery.\nYou will be responsible for completing all tasks within agreed timescales and meeting key performance indicators, ensuring all associated documentation is accurately recorded and submitted. The role involves diagnosing faults, undertaking repairs, and completing minor installation and refurbishment works where required.\nYou will work independently for the majority of your time but will also collaborate with the wider operations team when required, reporting directly to the Technical Services Manager. Maintaining high standards of Health and Safety is essential, including ensuring all RAMS are in place prior to starting work and complying with COSHH and RIDDOR regulations.\nYou will also liaise with military personnel, DIO representatives, and supply chain partners, delivering a consistently high standard of service within a high-profile defence environment.\n\nWhat You Bring\nYou will hold a City and Guilds qualification in Air Conditioning or an equivalent certification, along with F-Gas Category 1 qualification and experience in the safe handling of refrigerants. Strong practical experience in HVAC maintenance and repairs is essential, alongside a good understanding of Health and Safety regulations.\n\nYou must hold a full UK driving licence.\nThe role requires someone who is reliable, punctual, self-motivated, and able to communicate effectively with colleagues and clients.\nExperience working within commercial environments is beneficial, and previous exposure to MOD environments or JSP 375 is advantageous. A hydrocarbon refrigerant qualification is desirable, along with any additional First Aid or Health and Safety certifications.\n\nDue to the nature of this role, candidates must be eligible to obtain Security Clearance.\n\nApply Today\nIf you are an experienced HVAC Engineer looking for a rewarding and challenging role where your expertise will have real impact, we encourage you to apply and become part of a team dedicated to maintaining essential infrastructure.\nWe offer;\n6% employee matched pension contribution\n25 days annual leave plus bank holidays\nWork van and fuel card\nVIVO Defence Services\nThe 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.\nAt 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.\nWe 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. 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