Safran Landing Systems is the world leader in aircraft landing and braking systems and is at the forefront of contributing to safer, more sustainable aviation for current and future generations. We design, test, manufacture and assemble landing gear used on commercial aircraft including Airbus and Boeing, and UK military aircraft such as the Eurofighter Typhoon. Gloucester is home to the UK division and has been a leader of cutting edge landing gear technology for over 90 years, since the innovative designs of Sir George Dowty. YOU can be a part of our legacy…
What will I be doing?
Gloucester's Site Services Electrician's perform a vital role within Safran's ability to ensure all of the sites vital facilities are functioning in line with HSE, planned maintenance and all Regulatory requirements. Operating in this high-pressure environment with tight deadlines and changing demands, your main responsibility will be the installation, fault-finding, maintaining and the inspection & testing of electrical supplies and associated permanently connected equipment (lighting, ventilation, fans etc), with additional support for any electrical requirements for projects. These activities are to be carried out in a manner that conforms to any Statutory Regulatory requirements and comply with any internal policy and procedures.
- Support the Site Services requirements for the installation and maintenance of the fixed wire low-voltage distribution systems on the Gloucester Site
- Work Order management via Computerised Maintenance Management system (CMMS) Carl Source
- Support of all Audit requirements, where applicable
- Support of statutory testing requirements for the Inspection & Testing.
- Adherence to Safe Systems of Working.
- Supply technical support.
- Support for all major site installations/development reference to capital expenditure requirements covering the fixed wire low-voltage distribution systems.
- Support all budgetary requirements.
- Support the team's deliverables in terms of quality, cost, delivery and HS&E.
- Supporting action plans to resolve issues, which affect Site Services' ability to deliver.
What do you need from me?
You will have a keen interest in science and engineering and be able to demonstrate a methodical and thorough approach to work.
You will possess excellent problem solving abilities.
The role of apprentice will require you to be a confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills. You will be a motivated, hardworking individual with excellent planning and organisational skills. The ability to effectively work as part of a team and on your own will be key to your success.
Successful candidates will need to have achieved, or expect to achieve at least 5 GCSE's - including Math and English - Grade A-C or 4-9, Science and a technology
‘Offers of employment will be subject to a relevant level of company security vetting, which will include a criminal record check'
Time shared between the Safran Landing Systems Services site and the Training Providers site, both located in the local area
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defence and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 92,000 employees and sales of 23.2 billion euros in 2023, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran undertakes research and development programs to maintain the environmental priorities of its R&T and innovation roadmap.
Safran is in the 1st place in the aerospace and defence industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2023" ranking.
Number 1 in aircraft landing and braking systems, Safran Landing Systems equips the commercial, regional, business and military fleets of more than 25 key airframers. Its expertise covers the entire life cycle of its products, from design and manufacturing to maintenance and repair.
