Project Engineer Apprenticeship M/F

Safran; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defense company in Wolverhampton is seeking an individual for a facilities installation role to support site transformation projects. The candidate will coordinate multiple installation efforts, manage contractors, and ensure compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates should be self-motivated, prioritize tasks effectively, and have strong interpersonal skills. The role offers a competitive salary and various benefits including a performance bonus and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company performance bonus scheme

Pension scheme – up to 10% employer contribution

Private medical insurance

Comprehensive health cash plan

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Flexible benefits programme

Structured training & career development

Opportunity to participate in community and STEM projects

Qualifications

• Self-motivated individual to drive action in support of business needs.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritise own work.
• People/labour management, contractor management.

Responsibilities

• Take an active role in facilities installation projects.
• Coordinate factory installation projects from design to sign-off.
• Manage contractor selection, oversight, and compliance.

Skills

Self-motivated

Multi-tasking

People/labour management

Team player

Creativity

Job description

Wolverhampton Actuation Systems is currently undertaking a major transformation activity whilst stepping up the level of facilities maintenance support on site. We are working towards a future building layout optimising our machines and process flow; helping us meet our increasing customer demands. Whilst this is being undertaken, we’re taking the opportunity to update our building services as required to ensure the long‑term health of the site. We have numerous exciting projects in all areas of the business many demanding installation and overhaul of building services, civils works, and machine/equipment moves to reach the end goal. During this period of transformation all site documentation will need to be kept up‑to‑date to ensure the site’s continued compliance from an EH&S and regulatory standpoint. The right person must be able to work on multiple projects simultaneously, interact with other teams, suppliers, and value streams.

Responsibilities

• Facilities installation – you will take an active role in the implementation of various projects in support of the site’s transformational goal.
• Key activities: installation of plant and equipment; refurbishment of building services/modernisation (electrical, wiring and switchgear; data connections; Comfort F‑Gas; plumbed services – potable water, compressed air, gas, sprinklers; access control); produce drawings and designs of future layouts to scope and compliance.
• Coordinate factory installation projects from design, feasibility, CAPEX, implementation, and final review/sign‑off.
• Contractor coordination, supplier selection, oversight (EH&S, RAMS, and reviewing progression) and final sign‑off works.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Company performance bonus scheme
• Pension scheme – up to 10% employer contribution
• Private medical insurance
• Comprehensive health cash plan
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Flexible benefits programme (holiday trading, gym discounts, enhanced parental leave)
• Structured training & career development
• Opportunity to participate in community and STEM projects & more!

Candidate Skills & Requirements

• Self‑motivated individual to drive action in support of business needs.
• Ability to multi‑task and prioritise own work.
• People/labour management, contractor management.
• Ability to build strong relationships and be a team player.
• Creativity, initiative, diplomacy, self‑motivation and self‑confidence.
• Must display initiative and integrity.