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Facilities Operative

Waterbeach
6 months ago
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ACS UK

ACS UK is a full-service manufacturing company, excelling in the manufacture of complex composite exterior and interior components, mouldings, sandwich, flat panels and laminates, for a multitude of industries such as Aerospace, Rail, Marine and Automotive, and their varied and specific applications.

Our long-standing history, experienced management, engineering capability and workforce have provided us with real-world experience, transforming customers’ design visions into composite reality.

ACS UK has a strong focus on production control and quality, with an ethos set deep in lean manufacturing, from engineering and project management, through to final release.

Purpose of a Facilities Operative

The Facilities Operative will report to the HSEF Manager and will be responsible for overseeing building and equipment maintenance within a production/manufacturing facility.

Key Responsibilities

  • Comply with site safety procedures and requirements

  • Demonstrate good knowledge of site Safety

  • Perform general site maintenance and liaise with contractors to ensure high standards of work and on time delivery

  • Have a good understanding of Health & Safety/risk assessments

  • Have some understanding of systems e.g. HVAC, plumbing etc

  • To carry out General site maintenance

  • Plumbing and joinery repairs

  • Production and office support

  • Implementation of the visual factory / 5s Implementation

  • Environmental response and improvements

  • Site inspections and checks

  • Maintenance of grounds

  • General duties

    This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. The successful job holder will be expected to perform varying tasks as required by their line manager & the overall objectives of the organisation.

    Knowledge, Education, and Skills

  • Proven experience within a Facilities Maintenance role previously (Essential)

  • Proactive with strong communication skills (written and verbal)

  • Ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks and meet deadlines

  • Computer literacy is essential, especially an excellent understanding of MS Word and Excel.

  • Ability to work at heights.

  • Forklift license (desirable).

  • IPAF Certificate (desirable).

  • Mechanical and/or Electrical qualification or significant M&E experience (desirable)

  • Driving license (Essential)

  • Keyholder duties (Essential)

    Other material requirements

  • Please note that additional hours may be required to ensure production goals are achieved

  • Portable Appliance Testing Certificate desirable but not essential

  • Must have a self-starter / can do attitude

    Benefits

    Employer Pension Contribution

    Life Assurance

    Simply Health- 24/7 GP Services, Dental, Optician (Option to enchance for you and family members)

    Employee Assistance Programme- Confidential support for employees

    Training, Learning and Development Opportunities

    AVIC Cabin Systems UK Ltd is an equal opportunities employer
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