Maintenance Manufacturing Technician Visa Sponsorship

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

GE Aerospace is a leading manufacturer of aircraft engines and components, partnering with major aerospace companies globally. We cover a broad spectrum of applications including commercial, business jet, and military sectors.

At GE Aerospace, whether it’s pioneering the next generation of aviation technology or shaping the cockpit of the future, we have the advanced resources to bring these innovations to life. If you are enthusiastic about aviation and seek a career filled with challenges and boundless growth opportunities, consider joining us to help revolutionize the sky with aviation systems that will impact the world for years to come.

**Job Description**

We are currently seeking an Equipment Maintenance Manufacturing Technician for our Cheltenham facility.

In this role, you will maintain and repair various equipment including environmental testing chambers, air conditioning systems, chillers, vibration systems, industrial ovens, and wash tanks.

Your primary responsibilities will involve preventive and reactive maintenance of refrigeration systems and control systems, such as programmers, chart recorders, relays, and switchgear.

You will also be a key member of the Site Services team, managing all on-site plant and equipment, including air handling units, compressed air, water systems, hydraulics, and electrical systems. You will handle emergency situations, including fire and flood, and will receive training for weekly fire alarm tests and operating diesel sprinkler pumps.

You will work with a team of 16 colleagues, including HVAC engineers, electricians, plumbers, laborers, and garden maintenance staff.

**Key Responsibilities:**

– Work on environmental chambers, including installation, preventive maintenance, programming, and fault diagnosis (including F-Gas)
– Install, maintain, and repair HVAC systems
– Manage chilled water systems installation, maintenance, and repair
– Demonstrate proficiency in pneumatics, electrics, hydraulics, and vibration systems related to environmental testing

**Qualifications/Requirements:**

– Safety-conscious
– Electrical competency (C&G or equivalent)
– Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities
– Strong team player in a multidisciplinary environment
– Excellent organizational and communication skills

**Desired Skills:**

– Experience with vibration systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, and water systems
– Willingness to receive training on additional production equipment and expand repair capabilities

**Flexible Working**

GE Aviation supports flexible working arrangements where possible, recognizing the benefits of a positive work-life balance.

**Total Reward**

GE Aviation values Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, FlexChoice, allows you to customize your benefits and make savings where possible. As a new GE joiner, you will receive the following benefits, which you can tailor to your needs:

– Pension
– Annual bonus
– Life Assurance
– Group income protection
– Private medical cover

**Security Clearance**

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. If BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, eligibility for the role or any offer of employment may be withdrawn. For details on BPSS clearance requirements, visit [BPSS link].

**Right to Work**

Applications from candidates requiring sponsorship to work in the UK will be considered. However, candidates without the right to work in the UK may not be appointed if a qualified candidate who does not need sponsorship is available. For more information, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

**Additional Information**

– Relocation Assistance: Not provided