About this role
Opportunities at TCS - Shift Operator
Location: TCS Oakhanger, Bordon
Salary: Competitive salaries plus excellent benefits
Ready to impact a better future?
As a Shift Operator in our TCS team, you’ll support the configuration and real time operation of satellite ground and communication systems on behalf of the United States Space Force. Your work helps ensure flawless, uninterrupted satellite support that has a positive impact on global connectivity and missions that shape our shared future.You’ll play an important role in maintaining the smooth running of this critical site. With full training, mentoring, and support provided, you’ll join a team where your growth, contribution, and purpose have real meaning as part of the Space division’s trusted operations.
What you’ll do as a Shift Operator
You’ll be entrusted to:
- Configure and operate Ground Station equipment in real time.
- Maintain routine daily operations within the Communications area.
- Achieve and maintain certification on specific equipment and systems.
- Uphold operational security standards in line with Space Force Operations procedures.
- Complete documentation as directed by the Shift Supervisor or designated deputy.
- Act as safety person for colleagues when required.
- Support on‑the‑job training for new colleagues.
- Assist with system checks, tests, troubleshooting, and rectification.
- Maintain tidy and safe operational and workshop areas.
Does this sound like you?
You’ll be a great fit for this role if you have:
- GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English and Maths.
- Strong PC literacy, including Microsoft Office applications.
- Previous experience in an electrical or electronic engineering environment (preferred).
- A willingness to complete A+ certification and to achieve SC (Security Check) Clearance.
- A full driving licence and readiness to drive company vehicles.
- Willingness to become a rescue climber.
Discover all you need to keep growing
We’re one of the top 1% of international employers, so you can have confidence you’ll be part of a highly supportive culture with leaders you can count on to help you achieve your goals. From mentoring and training to our focus on internal progression, we’re proud to offer clear development opportunities – and the support and tools to help you seize them.
What we offer
Holidays: Competitive Holiday package Training and development: Over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships (including L3 Team Leader and L5 Operations Manager apprenticeships), mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression
Health and wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme, Bupa Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, 30% off at Serco‑managed leisure centres, and 24/7 access to a virtual GP service
Discounts: Discounts across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel
Charity: Paid volunteering day, tax‑free charitable giving through Payroll Giving Scheme, donate your pennies from your monthly pay to the Serco People Fund Charity
Employee networks: Our networks support inclusion and connection by providing spaces for collaboration, learning, and belonging. They represent and empower all our colleagues including LGBTQIA+ employees, women, parents and carers, people with disabilities, veterans, and people from all cultural backgrounds.
Let’s impact a better future, together. Apply today.
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At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such 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. As a proud Disability Confident Leader and holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard, disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview.
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We bring together the right people, the right technology and the right partners to create innovative solutions that make positive impact and address some of the most urgent and complex challenges facing the modern world.
With a focus on serving governments globally, Serco’s services span justice, migration, defence, space, customer services, health, and transport.
Our core capabilities include service design and advisory, resourcing, complex programme management, systems integration, case management, engineering, and asset & facilities management.
What you'll do
- As a Shift Operator, you will configure and operate Ground Station equipment in real time and maintain routine daily operations within the Communications area. You will also support on-the-job training for new colleagues and assist with system checks and troubleshooting.
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