Electrical Maintenance Technician

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.

Our Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) organisation partner with a range of global customers, working closely with major airlines such as British Airways, easyJet, Wizz Air, Iberia, Vueling, Air Canada, Etihad and Qatar.

What will I be doing?

Your role as Electrical Maintenance Technician will be to provide efficient and effective electrical maintenance support around the site, including Operational Processing, DC & Assembly, Offices and Meeting Rooms. This will be achieved by regular Planned Maintenance programmes, supporting new projects and responding to unplanned maintenance requests.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
To install, maintain, inspect and test electrical equipment and appliances to the required safety standards
To carry out diagnostic repairs and planned maintenance tasks to plant, equipment and electrical systems to ensure their continued efficient operation
To identify faults and implement repairs linked to faulty electrical plant and equipment
To provide technical assistance to all maintenance staff and engineers engaged in research, development, design and application
Enthusiastically support the CMMS (Computerised maintenance management system.)
To be committed to the provision of a consistent high quality service
To comply with all Health & Safety and security procedures and guidelines including COSHH
Identify areas for improvement and participate in continuous improvement activities
Liaising directly with manufacturers and maintenance sub-contractors
Undertake and support mechanical maintenance activities & projects when required
Working within the Change Management framework to achieve right first time approach to concept, design, installation, commissioning
Support the HS&E department to provide a safe and secure working environment
Production of Dynamic Risk Assessments

Why us?
Our Gloucester site is a centre of excellence, dedicated to the maintenance, repair and overhaul of landing gears and associated components for civil, military and helicopter aircraft. With over 220 employees, the team support the overhaul of more than 350 legs per year, with a dedicated team of engineers to support customers on-wing when issues emerge in service. 

Our employees are at the heart of our success, as we work together for our sustainable future. There are four people fundamentals that underpin life at Safran:

• We believe in and promote diversity and inclusion as key values across our business
• We develop our colleagues skills and build opportunities so you can shape our future
• We create a trustworthy work place to support you, as you dare to act and innovate
• We encourage collaboration and mutual support for you and your colleagues

Experience :
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
• Inspection & Testing City & Guilds 2391 (would be advantageous)
• Exposure to industrial plant & equipment electrical maintenance
• Ability to read, follow and understand electrical schematic drawings
• Use of technical knowledge by applying proven techniques to install, check and repair electrical systems
• Experience of health and safety standards to include COSHH, DSEAR, Lock off & Isolation
• Use a variety of hand tools & equipment effectively
• Excellent numeracy and computer skills

Behavioural competencies:
• Ability to work on own initiative and with minimal supervision
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Good communication skills (verbal and written)
• Problem-solving skills
• Team Working
• Customer service skills
• Calm under pressure

Safran Landing Systems Services offers a range of benefits to support you in and out of the workplace:

• We work a shorter day on a Friday!
• 25 days holiday + UK Bank Holidays, plus the option to buy and sell holiday
• Annual bonus & Share scheme options
• Pension scheme (up to 8% match) and life assurance (4x salary)
• Benefits portal - health and wellbeing, lifestyle, technology and self-development courses
• On-site parking, self-service restaurant and chill-out area with games
• Involvement in STEM and community activities, inter-company sporting events and wellbeing initiatives

What's my next step?

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

Diversity & Inclusion

We want Safran Landing Systems to be a workplace where everyone feels valued, can be themselves and know they can reach their full potential. We embrace and celebrate our differences through various initiatives and support colleagues through a number of staff networks.

We're committed to building a strong, diverse workforce and making Safran Landing Systems an inclusive place to work.

There is no regular travel with this role