Site Technician

Saab UK; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Saab UK is seeking a highly motivated Site Technician to join our Training and Simulation team at Westdown Camp, Salisbury. You will ensure the most advanced simulation equipment is available for delivery teams to maintain contract activity and work closely with Operations and Field Support to manage equipment flow, maintenance, and stock reporting.

Based in Westdown Camp, Salisbury, the role is five days a week, contributing to Saab's mission to deliver top-tier capabilities in Europe with

Qualifications

• Experience in inventory management and warehouse operations in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in inventory management software and Microsoft Office.
• Attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies & resolve issues promptly.

Responsibilities

• Support, repair & maintain customer owned simulator equipment in accordance with maintenance processes.
• Conduct simulator troubleshooting & fault diagnosis.
• Carry out basic electrical repairs/LRU replacement & general repairs.
• Reconfigure & install simulator software when required.
• Prepare & maintain reports on all repair work carried out using the Equipment Management system.
• Assist in the preparation of simulation equipment prior to deployment, including simulator configuration & packing.
• Coordinate issue, receipt & storage of materials using the SAAB Equipment Management system.
• Assist with regular inventory counts and maintain accurate records to meet operational needs.
• Oversee the organisation and cleanliness of storage & repair areas, ensuring safety compliance.
• Provide simulator training to the customer during equipment issue process.
• Support the Site Manager to meet daily operation requirements.
• Support other SAAB UK sites and field exercise activities when required.

Skills

Inventory management

Organisational skills

Excel

Communication

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Tools

Inventory management software

Microsoft Office

Equipment Management system

IPC soldering certification

Job description

Introduction

Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training.

What you will be part of

Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe.

Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.

Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems.

Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations.

The Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Site Technician to join our dynamic team. As a Site Technician, you will play an essential part in ensuring that our customer and our delivery teams have the most advanced simulation equipment available to them in order to maintain levels of activity in accordance with the contract.

You will work closely with various departments, within our organisation, including Operations and Field Support Representatives, to manage the influx and outflux of equipment, conduct regular maintenance and equipment repairs, inventory audits, and prepare detailed reports on stock levels and usage. Your contributions will directly impact our mission to deliver top-tier capabilities in our European business sector.

This role will be part of Training and Simulation based in Westdown Camp, Salisbury, 5 days a week.

Key Responsibilities

• Support, repair & maintain customer owned simulator equipment in accordance with corrective & preventative maintenance processes.
• Conduct simulator troubleshooting & fault diagnosis.
• Carry out basic electrical repairs/LRU replacement & general repairs in line with business processes.
• Reconfigure & install simulator software when required.
• Prepare & maintain reports on all repair work carried out on the simulation equipment using a bespoke Equipment Management system.
• Assist in the preparation of simulation equipment prior to deployment, including simulator configuration & picking and packing.
• Co‑ordinate the issue, receipt & storage of materials using the SAAB Equipment Management system, in accordance with established procedures, to the customer.
• Assist with regular inventory counts and maintain accurate records to ensure stock levels (simulators & associated spare parts) meet operational needs.
• Oversee the organisation and cleanliness of the storage & repair areas, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
• Provide simulator training to the customer during the equipment issue process.
• Support the Site Manager as required to meet daily operation requirements.
• Support other SAAB UK sites and field exercise activities when required.

Experience & Requirements

• Proven experience in inventory management & warehouse operations in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks & prioritise effectively.
• Proficient in inventory management software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies & resolve issues promptly.
• Familiarity with safety & compliance regulations within the industry, including hazardous material handling.
• Knowledge of electrical repairs including IPC Certification for soldering electrical & electronic assemblies or equivalent.
• Counter Balance Forklift License, new or refreshed within the last three years.

By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.