Posted Position Title Facilities Maintenance Electrician

Job Number	1878342
Business	GE Aviation
Business Segment	Aviation
About Us	GE is a world leader in technology infrastructure, energy infrastructure, finance and media with over 300,000 employees worldwide. GE Aviation focuses on the provision of engines, systems and services for both military and civil aircraft. With over 7,000 employees, GE Aviation operates at more than 50 locations worldwide. Dowty Propellers is a part of GE Aviation working on the design, development, manufacture and in-service support of composite blade propeller systems. Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-EU/EEA candidates may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled EU/EEA candidate is available to take up the post, as the employing body is unlikely, in these circumstances, to satisfy the Resident Labour Market Test. For further information please visit UK Border Agency website. http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/visas-immigration/working/ GE is committed to diversity . We aim to employ the brightest minds in the world to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities . We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences and styles - people like you … Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance. https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/61212/hmg-personnel-security-controls.pdf
Career Level	Experienced
Function	Manufacturing
Function Segment	Maintenance Operations
Location(s) Where Opening Is Available	United Kingdom
City	Gloucester
Postal Code	GL2 9QN
Relocation Expenses	No
Role Summary/Purpose	As facilities maintenance fitter you will be working closely with the facilities team working independently covering daily maintenance requirements. The role would be both progressive and demanding as the right candidate would need to work to an ever changing schedule. Joining GE, you can be sure that you are joining a company at the top of its field with plenty of opportunities to learn and develop whilst receiving the all the training you need to maintain a high level of EHS support.
Essential Responsibilities	This role will cover a variety of responsibilities including, but not limited, to: • Carry out planned preventative maintenance on a schedule to a standard to comply agreed safe working practices • Working within a small team to ensure production is maintained in a good working order to reduce downtime of all manufacturing and production equipment and plant. • Have a sound knowledge of single Phase and 3 phase supplies and complete electrical installations as required. • Completing and recording maintenance tasks. • Have Excellent fault finding skills and relevant experience in aerospace or automotive industry • Flexible working requirement on a day and nightshift with weekends as required. • Completion of PUWER (Provision of Work Equipment Regulations 1998) checks in line with current legislation • Carry out TPM Total Preventative Maintenance) checks and complete improvements to the plan as required • Maintaining a safe working environment and have a good level of health and safety awareness • Installation of all electrical plant and equipment • Capable of working at height and in confined spaces
Qualifications/Requirements	• Must be apprentice trained to a minimum level of BTEC in electrical installation and have relevant experience in industrial and commercial electrical supplies. • Have a City and Guilds 17th edition 2382 IEE Electrical Training Certificate. • Have City and Guilds 2391 Inspection and Testing Certificate • Be City and Guilds PAT testing 2377 certified. • High level of competence in electronics and PLC controlled machinery • Experience in electrical panels and components • An understanding of CNC machinery • Competent in all aspects of commercial and domestic electrical installations.
Desired Characteristics	• Self-motivated • Methodical approach to diagnosing and rectifying fault finding a range of electrical and electronic equipment • COMPEX approved • Interpreting and working with electrical wiring and engineering drawings • Ability to work under pressure • Experience in Robot spraying equipment • Knowledge of polyurethane foaming machinery • IPAF certified • Driving Licence • Forklift licence desirable but not essential • Relevant health and safety knowledge • Good awareness of chemicals • Knowledge of Fire safety