Multi-Skilled Production Maintenance Engineer Apprentice

Multi-Skilled Production Maintenance Engineer Apprentice

Published 11.21.2024

Company: Safran Landing Systems
Job field: Means and equipment maintenance
Location: Gloucester, England, United Kingdom
Contract type: Apprenticeship
Contract duration: Full-time

Starting Salary: £17,922

The Future of Aircraft Design, Pioneered by you

What will you get as a Multi-Skilled Production Maintenance Engineer Apprentice at Safran?
You'll work with industry leaders and the latest equipment. You'll gain valuable experience in aircraft production, working with the brightest minds in aerospace engineering.
You'll get to work with a knowledgeable, innovative, and diverse team on interesting and sustainable projects.
You'll have opportunities to learn and progress – with large investment being put into the site currently it's an exciting time to join as our growing local team!
You'll have Friday afternoon off - we have a 4.5 working day week.
You'll get to choose from our huge range of flexible benefits, including cycle to work, technology savings, retail discounts, healthcare, sports clubs, 25 days holiday, up to 8% pension contribution, profit share, and shares.

The Multi-Skilled Production Maintenance Engineer Programme:

As part of your apprenticeship, you will complete:

Year 1: You will spend time at a private local engineering training provider where the relevant qualification units will be delivered and assessed.
Year 2-3: Will be delivered and assessed within Safran where you will be required to achieve a Level 3 Diploma. To support individual Development Plans, all apprentices will spend allocated time to work in different departments according to each training needs.

What will I be doing?

• Install, maintain and test electrical and mechanical equipment and appliances under stringent safety regulations.
• Carry out diagnostic, repair, and preventative planned maintenance tasks to plant, equipment, and electrical systems in industrial establishments to ensure their continued efficient operation.
• Plan, design, and work to technical plans and drawings.
• Identify faults and administer repairs to faulty electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Estimate, plan, and acquire what is required in order to maintain machinery.
• Provide technical assistance to all maintenance staff and engineers engaged in research, development, design, and application.
• Ensure the safekeeping of tools, plant, and equipment.
• Make adjustments to ensure optimal efficiency of the machines.
• Actively support CarlSource system for Work Orders, Inventory control, Predictive Maintenance, and Planned Maintenance.
• Commit to the provision of a high-quality service.
• Comply with all Health & Safety and security procedures and guidelines.
• Identify areas for improvement and participate in continuous improvement activities.

Job Requirements

What do I need?
You will have a keen interest in science and engineering and be able to demonstrate a methodical and thorough approach to work.
You will possess excellent problem-solving abilities.
The role of apprentice will require you to be a confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills. You will be a motivated, hardworking individual with excellent planning and organisational skills. The ability to work effectively as part of a team and on your own will be key to your success.
Successful candidates will need to have achieved, or expect to achieve at least 5 GCSEs - including Math and English - Grade A-C or 5-9, Science, and Technology.
At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone.
We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage you to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experiences relevant to the requirements of this role.
We will consider all applicants who meet the minimum requirements regardless of their age, identity, or background.

Specificity of the job

Time shared between the Safran Landing Systems Services site and the Training Providers site, both located in Gloucester.