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Field service operative

Yeovil
Leonardo
Service
Posted: 8 September
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Job Description


Overview

Are you an Aircraft Engineer who enjoys overseas travel? This opportunity is with Leonardo Helicopters.


What you’ll do as a Field Service Operative (FSO)

* Carry out discreet maintenance tasks (modifications, repairs or a package of scheduled maintenance) on customer aircrafts based in the UK and overseas.
* Work alongside and assist Customer Support Field Service Representatives in providing support to our customer base both in the UK and abroad. There is a development path to progress to the Field Service Representative role.
* Assist with the preparatory requirements of the Contractor Working Party (CWP) deployments by assessing team composition requirements (trade, skills, inspection approval, etc.).
* Assess work instructions to determine GSE, tooling and material requirements.
* Interact with Leonardo Helicopters departments, customers and suppliers to agree and progress CWP plans.
* Monitor progress of work to the agreed schedule and budgets, ensuring effective communication with key stakeholders.
* Manage day-to-day assigned work within the scope of the pre-defined “Statement of Work”, ensuring resources are utilized efficiently and effectively.
* Ensure that all work performed by the CWP complies with the Company Operating System (COS) procedures and relevant maintenance exposition.
* Hold and maintain company inspection approval on in- and out-of-production aircraft (relative to your trade discipline and work experience).
* Respond at short notice to work requirements in the UK and Overseas for extended periods and be able to operate to irregular work routines and extended hours when needed.


What You’ll Bring

* Completed an Aeronautical Engineering Apprenticeship or Military Equivalent.
* Engineering qualification (Minimum HNC/BTEC or equivalent).
* Solid experience working in an aviation environment with knowledge of aviation Engineering / Maintenance standards and practices.
* Effective communication skills.
* Previous overseas working experience is desirable.

This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.


What we’ll do for you

* Departmental induction upon joining.
* Provide IT equipment, laptop and phone to enable the role.
* All company mandatory training will be coordinated for you to carry out at a convenient period.
* Engineering Log Books/Competency and Currency periodic checks to maintain QS approvals.
* Mentoring for the role provided by experienced personnel within Field Service.
* Opportunity to travel globally.
* Travel Medical Surveillance and Company Travel Insurance.
* All travel costs are catered for by the company (flights, hotels and hire cars).
* Competitive Salary, plus overseas assignment uplifts and daily rates where applicable.

For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.


Security Clearance

This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, which could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit https //careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting.


Location, type and working arrangements

Primary Location: GB - Yeovil - Lysander Rd

Contract Type: Permanent

Hybrid Working: Onsite


Seniority level

* Entry level


Employment type

* Full-time


Job function

* Engineering and Information Technology


Industries

* Defense and Space Manufacturing
* Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
* Computer and Network Security

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