Facilities Service Operator

Safran companies; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Facilities Service Operator to ensure the safe operation of essential systems. This role involves maintaining industrial steam boilers, managing trade effluent treatment, and performing regular inspections and diagnostics on mechanical services. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a commitment to health and safety, and the ability to work effectively in a team. With a focus on continuous improvement and a supportive work culture, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a leading global organization in aerospace technology.

Benefits

Four and a half day work week

25 days of holiday plus UK Bank Holidays

Annual bonus and share scheme options

Generous pension scheme

Onsite parking including EV chargers

Subsidised restaurant

Bicycle storage and shower facilities

Flexible working options

Enhanced maternity and family benefits

Qualifications

• Knowledge of plant maintenance and servicing requirements is essential.
• Analytical skills and health, safety awareness are crucial for success.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe operation of industrial steam boilers and plant equipment.
• Conduct testing and lab analysis of treated effluent.
• Diagnose and service mechanical services efficiently.

Skills

Plant maintenance knowledge

Analytical skills

Health, Safety and Environmental awareness

Communication skills

Decision-making

Problem-solving techniques

Education

Technical training in plant maintenance

First aid training

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook)

Forklift truck operation

Job description

Company: Safran Landing Systems

Job field: Means and equipment maintenance

Location: Gloucester, England, United Kingdom

Contract type: Permanent

Contract duration: Full-time

Professional status: Technician

Reporting to: Facilities Manager

Gloucester's Facilities Service Operator performs a vital role within Safran's ability to ensure all Site infrastructure and Systems are performing as expected to meet site requirements. These systems support the Heating of Workplaces and Water Treatment Processes.

Looking after the people who make Safran great is a priority for us. We offer a range of benefits designed to support you, both in and outside of work.

1. We value your time: Enjoy a four and a half day week, giving you Friday afternoons to recharge. (if applicable)
2. Time to unwind: Start with 25 days of holiday, plus UK Bank Holidays, and we offer options to buy or sell days to fit your needs.
3. Sharing in our success: We believe in rewarding your contributions with an annual bonus and share scheme options.
4. Planning for your future: We offer a generous pension scheme, with up to 8% matched contributions, and life assurance at 4x your salary.
5. Making your work life easier: Enjoy onsite parking, including EV chargers, a subsidised restaurant, bicycle storage, and shower facilities.
6. Flexibility that works for you: We offer a wide range of flexible benefits and working options (role dependent), enhanced maternity and family friendly benefits, because we know everyone's needs are different.

Who are Safran Landing Systems?

We are a global leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, from commercial and business travel to military and defence fleets. Our expertise cover the entire life cycle of our products from end-to-end: design, manufacturing, maintenance and repair.

We're at the forefront of aerospace technology, creating safer, more sustainable aviation for the next generation of aerospace. It's easy to take flying for granted, or forget the incredible amount of technical skills, capability and co-ordination required to create an aircraft. At Safran, we never take it for granted. Our people's talents and skills come together to make the feat of flying possible. Here, you can create an impact you're proud of, where you're rewarded for your dedication and willingness to learn.

Complementary Description

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. 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 (add in contact email). We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible.

Please apply by uploading a CV, and if your experience matches what we're looking for, one of our recruitment team will give you a call.

Offers of employment will be subject to a relevant level of company security vetting, which may include a criminal record check. Join Safran and discover what we could achieve, together.

Job Requirements

What will I be doing?

Principle Responsibilities:

1. Maintain the safe operation of the main industrial steam boilers and all steam plant and equipment in accordance with site procedure and regulations.
2. Treatment of trade effluent in accordance with site procedure and regulations.
3. Operation and control of the electro plating swill water-recycling plants.
4. Testing and lab analysis of treated effluent.
5. Sampling of surface and process water.
6. Safely isolate steam & condensate, gas, compressed air and water.
7. Diagnose faults on mechanical services.
8. Servicing of mechanical services.
9. Tooling and equipment inspections.
10. Health and Safety General Planned Inspections (GPI).
11. Stock control.
12. Spill response and to be chemically aware.
13. Basic administrative duties.

What do I need to succeed in the role?

Technical Competencies required:

1. Knowledge of plant maintenance and servicing requirements.
2. BOAS trained desirable but training can be provided.
3. Knowledge of Health, Safety and Environmental issues relating to plant maintenance.
4. Forklift truck operation desirable but training can be provided.
5. Analytical skills.
6. Continuous improvement.
7. Confident using Microsoft Office software, including Excel and Outlook.
8. First aid trained desirable.
9. Excellent Communicator.
10. Knowledge problem solving techniques.

Behavioural Competencies required:

1. Environmentally aware.
2. Team-working.
3. Communication skills.
4. Decision-making.
5. Interpersonal skills (involving working effectively with others, consistent with the company's values).
6. Adaptability (able to respond flexibly to changing circumstances, aligns own actions with the changing needs of the business).
7. Willing to work shifts.
8. Ability to work on own initiative.
9. Results-orientated.
10. Proven ability to follow company procedures and policies.
11. Punctual.

A Culture of Excellence
The Company encourages a culture of continuous improvement. The post holder is expected to promote and participate in continuous improvement activities within the business generally and Operations in particular.

Health and Safety
Safran Landing Systems Limited views Health, Safety and Environment issues seriously. The company works to meet and exceed all relevant HS&E legislative requirements, and the post holder is therefore expected to work within the limits set by the Company Health and Safety policies.