Facilities Project Engineer

GKN Aerospace; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Facilities Engineer to manage innovative projects that enhance aviation sustainability. In this pivotal role, you'll oversee the introduction of new building facilities and services, ensuring projects are delivered safely and within budget. You'll engage with stakeholders, manage contractors, and ensure compliance with regulations, all while contributing to the future of greener air travel. This role offers a dynamic working environment and opportunities for career progression, making it an exciting chance to make a significant impact in aerospace innovation.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Industry Leading Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Flexible working hours

Income protection

Shopping discounts

Cycle To Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Virtual GP Clinic

Qualifications

• Experience in project management within a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of CDM regulations and building infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver projects for new facilities and equipment.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and budget tracking.

Skills

Project Management

Electrical Systems Knowledge

Mechanical Systems Knowledge

Planning and Risk Mitigation

Commercial Awareness

Building Infrastructure Understanding

Stakeholder Communication

Education

HNC/HND in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job Summary

A Truly Global Business
Every day, around the world, we help aircrafts fly further, faster and greener. We’re the world’s leading tier one aerospace supplier of systems and components. Together as “one GKN” we’re moving our business and industry forward developing technologies that rapidly decarbonise aircraft, and innovating to help build a new generation of planes that produce zero emissions. We’re putting sustainability at the heart of what we do; driving our objective to becoming a net zero greenhouse gas emissions business before 2050!

Making a Difference
It’s great to know you’re making a difference to the future of aviation! At our GKN Filton site, we specialise in the design and manufacture of large complex structural wing assemblies, detailed metallic components and wing systems for a combination of both civil and military aircraft. We have an exciting and career defining opportunity for a Facilities Engineer.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and delivering projects for the introduction of new building facilities, services and equipment at our Filton & Western Approach Sites in Bristol. You will be able to demonstrate a strong background of Mechanical & Electrical equipment Installation projects, with a good understanding of Civils work.

How You'll Contribute

The Facilities Engineer will be accountable for:

• Project management and delivery of medium to large concurrent projects, safely and within budget
• Liaise with and guide stakeholders to deliver project objectives and best value to GKN
• Prepare estimates and quotations
• Manage Tender analysis, appointment/ Management of contractor/s throughout the project
• Ensure regulatory compliance in managing contractors, RAMS, PTW etc.
• Responsible for budgetary tracking and management of project budgets
• Management of process from specification / tender/ contractor control / acceptance
• Proactive management of stakeholder communications
• Compile and collate final project documentation, 'As Built' drawing as per internal processes
• Ensure that all projects are managed in accordance with company policy and procedures

What You'll Bring

To help us make a difference, you’ll bring your passion and expertise for what you do along with the following skills, experience, qualifications and attributes:

Essential

• Project Management experience in a manufacturing environment
• CDM Regulations Knowledge
• Sound Understanding of electrical & mechanical systems/ services
• Excellent planning, risk & mitigation skills
• Commercial & Contractual awareness
• Sound understanding of building & facilities infrastructure
• Microsoft packages proficient

Desirable

• An Electrical or mechanical HNC/ HND or equivalent is preferred
• IOSH or NEBOSH certification

The successful applicant will be a proactive and organised commercially focused individual. You will possess excellent communication skills alongside being self-motivated and have the ability to work autonomously.

What We Offer

Once you’re on board you’ll get the following perks and benefits:

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Industry Leading Pension Scheme = we’ll match your contributions up to 8% on a 1 : 1.5 basis
• Life Assurance 8 x salary
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Flexible working hours including the ability to finish at 12noon on a Friday
• Income protection
• Shopping discounts
• Cycle To Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Virtual GP Clinic for you and immediate family
• A collaborative, dynamic working environment

As well as a competitive package we’ll offer you a world of opportunity. We want to see your career fly! We’ll support your career progression by providing you with learning and development opportunities.

Why Join Us

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working
Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.

We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.