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Thales people architect identity management and data protection solutions at the heart of digital security. Business and governments rely on us to bring trust to the billons of digital interactions they have with people. Our technologies and services help banks exchange funds, people cross borders, energy become smarter and much more. More than 30,000 organizations already rely on us to verify the identities of people and things, grant access to digital services, analyze vast quantities of information and encrypt data to make the connected world more secure.

Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across five major industries; Aerospace, Defence, Ground Transportation, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.

Position: Maintenance Engineer/Service Support Engineer (FTC- 6 Months, Extendable and made permanent based on performance)

Location: Rochdale(Manchester)

Job Description:

As a Maintenance Engineer you will be involved in Plant and Production Equipment Maintenance. You will be based in Manchester and provide Technical Support to other Thales sites.

About the Role:

You will be working in rotating-shifts and paid shift allowance accordingly. Overtime optionavailable.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain equipment to provide safe, reliable & efficient production, adhering to all HSE regulations/policies
• Undertake planned maintenance routines.
• Participate in the machines and process failure analysis.
• Support Operations IT with the implementation and administration of IT systems linked to production where required
• Liaise with Production at all levels to facilitate the identification and resolution of process problems.
• Support the introduction of any new equipment in Manchester.
• Work with Fareham Engineers to support equipment process management and documentation to ensure consistency across both sites
• Train and develop operators and technicians on equipment in line with WCE as and when required
• Provide instruction and guidance to production operators on machine operation and basic maintenance.
• Liaise with equipment suppliers to undertake machinery diagnostics / upgrades and modifications.
• Assist in the control / management of spares ensuring Database is up to date.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Qualified in mechanical engineering or electrical engineering or industry engineering or related fields, or the equivalent working experience of related fields.
• Proven multi skilled engineering experience (Troubleshooting, Fault Finding, etc.)
• Excellent communication skills, especially with regards to training
• Must be data driven and good at analyzing data.
• Good problem solving skills.
• Proficient computer/IT skills
• Familiarity with Inkjet & Laser Printing
• Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.

Due to the nature of the work the candidate should hold or be eligible for SC clearance.

What We Can Offer:

We’re committed to giving you opportunities to be your best. We believe in embracing the passion and potential of our people, and to achieve this we offer market leading training, development and experiences, along with the opportunity to be mentored and coached by some of the smartest minds in the industry. We hire from within as our first priority, so you’ll have a myriad of opportunities within our diverse, global organisation.

Flexibility:

Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.

Thales is an equal opportunities employer and diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of Thales.

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In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.

At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.

Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment, if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles.

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