Maintenance Centre Civil Field Technician

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2 weeks ago
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What's special about us?
Safran Helicopter Engines are the world's leading manufacturer of rotorcraft turbines and the only one dedicated exclusively to this market. Our UK facility is the European Maintenance Centre Hub for the SHE Group, performing level 1 to level 3 maintenance and repairs on complex helicopter engine components. Our experienced teams partner with our broad, global customer base, providing both technical expertise and broader support in both the fixed wing and rotary wing markets.

What will I be doing?
Carrying out level 1 to 3 maintenance activities on Safran Helicopter Engines and Modules on or off-site by taking into account Quality, Cost, Turnaround time and customer satisfaction from initial inspection up to release.

Why us?

Operating worldwide, Safran Helicopter Engines employ 5,900 people and have more than 2,500 customers in 155 countries, and 22,000 engines in service.

Located in Fareham on the South Coast of the UK, we've been a leader in the aerospace market for over 80 years, with a reputation for putting our customers first. Supporting both the civil and military markets, our UK facility is the European Maintenance Centre Hub for the Safran Helicopter Engines Group.

As a valued member of our team, these are just a few of the benefits you'll receive:

25 days holiday a year (plus bank holidays)
Additional day for every 10 years' service
Flexitime - where you can accrue up to your contractual hours
Option to leave from 12:30 on Friday (role dependant)
Hybrid working - on site 3 days per week from home 2 days (role dependant)
On site restaurant with daily £1.50 subsidy for lunch
Costa coffee on site
Generous 7% pension contributions (after 3 months)
Health cash back scheme (after probation)
Purchase of company shares (after 3 months)
Annual bonus of up to 3%
Company sick pay
Our dedicated Benefits Portal with a range of lifestyle benefits, including life assurance, cycle to work, retail discounts, access to healthcare & wellbeing services)
Ample free parking
Green scheme
Accrue points for traveling to work by bike, walking, public transport or car share
Once a quarter receive Amazon vouchers for the points (40 points = £10)What do you need from me?

  • A Minimum of 5 years experience working on Gas Turbine Engines

  • Indentured apprenticeship in Aeronautical engineering or similar formal qualification.

  • Maintain a high consistency of quality standard output

  • Produce accurate engine reporting and release documentation

  • Demonstrate fluency in English

  • Able to deal with internal and external customers on a technical level

  • Be flexible with regards to working and training routines as directed

  • Exhibit an ability to work unsupervised and operate to stringent timescales and targets

  • Self-motivated and continually looking to improve standards and practices

  • Be able to integrate and synthesize a large number of information coming from multiple sources

    What's my next step?
    Please apply via the website and if you have what we are looking for, a member of our talent acquisition team will be in touch.

    Diversity & Inclusion
    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 identity or background.

    If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation please get in touch for an informal chat. We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible

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