Defence facilities management

A trusted strategic partner, shaping a high-performing defence estate fit for the future.

Supporting the UK Armed Forces for more than 30 years

With increasing uncertainty in global security, the defence teams serving our nation need more resilient and adaptable facilities management services than ever before. Our people, technology and tailored approach enhance the lived experience for serving personnel, support military family welfare, and drive efficiency, productivity and sustainability across the MOD estate. The combined power of our dedicated teams, the latest AI technology and innovative ISO 44001-certified approach will support you in safeguarding global security, whatever the future holds.

RAF Chinook helicopter

1,300 colleagues delivering defence services

23 defence sites maintained across the UK

Operating in 6 overseas countries and territories

11 defence contracts

How can we help defence estates?

Buildings on a UK defence estate

Create a high-performing defence estate

As a proud partner to the UK Armed Forces for more than 30 years, Mitie is supporting a new era for the Defence estate. In collaboration with our expert partners, we’re bringing sustainable solutions, innovative technology and data-driven efficiencies to MOD estate management.

From providing seamless training spaces to refuelling aircraft and refurbishing runways, we’re making military bases great places to work and live for everyone.

How can we help defence estates?

Buildings on a UK defence estate

Create a high-performing defence estate

As a proud partner to the UK Armed Forces for more than 30 years, Mitie is supporting a new era for the Defence estate. In collaboration with our expert partners, we’re bringing sustainable solutions, innovative technology and data-driven efficiencies to MOD estate management.

From providing seamless training spaces to refuelling aircraft and refurbishing runways, we’re making military bases great places to work and live for everyone.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Helpful information about Mitie’s services, solutions and technology and how we can help defence estates.

Mitie supports the UK Armed Forces with resilient, adaptable facilities management services. With over 30 years’ experience, Mitie supports MOD estate management across 23 defence sites in the UK and operations in six overseas countries and territories. We deliver integrated facilities management services to military bases, training facilities, airfields and naval sites – from managing accommodation and ceremonial events to supporting defence net zero commitments.

Mitie delivers integrated facilities management (IFM) across Defence estates, combining skilled teams, technology and intelligence. Our facilities management services range from soft to hard services, including:

  • Building management systems
  • HVAC, utilities and energy management
  • Infrastructure maintenance
  • Airfield and vehicle support
  • Soft services, including catering, cleaning, accommodation and laundry
  • Security, armoury management, logistics and specialist services such as nuclear support and coastal surveillance

Our services support infrastructure performance, operational continuity and the positive lived experience of serving personnel at home and overseas.

Mitie focuses on creating safe, reliable and comfortable environments that feel like a home away from home. Our services enhance day‑to‑day living conditions for personnel, supporting wellbeing and morale across Defence sites.

Mitie supports global Defence operations through trusted partnerships and robust service delivery. Our deep experience across UK and overseas bases ensures essential systems and infrastructure operate reliably wherever forces are deployed.

Mitie supports long‑term resilience by maintaining critical infrastructure and aligning services to sustainability goals. Integrated delivery protects assets, improves efficiency and future‑proofs Defence estates for changing demands.

Defence organisations choose us for our long‑standing experience, ISO 44001‑certified collaborative approach and ability to align with Defence culture. Our trusted partnerships drive productivity, resilience and high‑performance outcomes.

As an experienced British military contractor, we bring the scale, security clearance and sector knowledge required to protect defence capability and deliver consistent performance across complex, operationally critical environments.

Mitie delivers integrated facilities management (IFM) across defence estates. This includes accommodation and living support, maintenance of critical infrastructure, airfields and utilities, security services, and technology‑enabled solutions to support resilient, high‑performing operations. We work across the full spectrum of UK defence, from regular Armed Forces, Reserve units and Cadet organisations to civilian support functions, at home and at overseas bases across six countries and territories.

Mitie supports essential systems across Defence estates to ensure reliable, uninterrupted operations. Using skilled teams and a technology‑led approach, we help maintain resilience and performance in complex, operationally critical environments.

Mitie is equipped to operate in secure and critical environments. Our 1,300 defence colleagues are security-cleared and experienced in the specific security demands of military environments, from managing accommodation to maintaining critical infrastructure, protecting critical assets, and safeguarding coastal integrity.

Defence awards and accreditations

Our work in the defence sector is achieving significant recognition.

RoSPA Gold Award, 2024: Awarded to Mitie’s Permanent Joint Operating Bases, Infrastructure Service Provider (PJOB ISP) contract in Gibraltar

RoSPA Gold Award, 2024: Awarded to Mitie’s Permanent Joint Operating Bases, Infrastructure Service Provider (PJOB ISP) contract in Cyprus

RoSPA Covid Workplace champions 2022: Julie Martin and Nicos Tzirtyzipis

RosPA President’s Award, 2023: Awarded to Mitie’s Permanent Joint Operating Bases, Infrastructure Service Provider (PJOB ISP) contract in Cyprus

RoSPA Gold Award, 2023: Awarded to Mitie’s Permanent Joint Operating Bases, Infrastructure Service Provider (PJOB ISP) contract in Gibraltar

RoSPA Gold Award, 2023: Awarded to Project Armada, HMS Drake, Plymouth

Ministry of Defence Heritage Award, 2023: Awarded for Mitie’s refurbishment of Gibraltar Tower with the Defence Infrastructure Organisation

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Accreditations

ISO 9001 accreditation logo

ISO 9001 accredited

ISO 14001 accreditation logo

ISO 14001 accredited

ISO 18001 accredited

ISO 44001 Assurance Mark

ISO 44001 accredited

Armed Forces Covenant, Gold Award logo

Armed Forces Covenant, Gold Award

Safe Contractor logo

Safe Contractor approved

CHAS logo

Contractors’ Health and Safety Assessment Scheme accredited

Disability Confident accreditation logo

Disability Confident accreditation

Meet the team supporting the defence sector

Adrian Stevens, Sector Director, Defence

Adrian Stevens

Managing Director, Defence and Secure

Mike Beavis, BU Director

Mike Beavis

BU Director, Defence

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