Externals Model Line Mechanic

Job Description Summary

Job Description

As an Externals Model Line Mechanic you will be required to work to specified Manual limits and required tolerances.  In this role you will be required to work as part of a team in the task of processing Externals materials i.e., Clean, Inspect, Repair, Accumulation and Presentation.  Additionally, the role requires motivated people for supporting and continuing to drive improvements within the model line.

Essential Responsibilities

• Each role will be working within a team and therefore the ability to work well with others is essential
• The role involves working to specified Manuals and Engineering instructions
• Good hand skills through previous experience
• Practical or working knowledge of calibrated measuring equipment
• Role involves a rotating three shift pattern consisting of Nightshift/Backshift/Dayshift
• Identifying and implementing process improvements.  As a member of the Externals Model Line Cell, you will be trained in various lean principles such as Takt, Flow and Linkage and 5S along with problem solving methodology
• Identify and hold responsibility for Environmental Health & Safety and Quality issues
• Participation in Daily Shop Management

Qualifications/Requirements

• A recognized engineering apprenticeship or Mechanical apprenticeship with relevant industry experience

Desirable

• Good understanding and working knowledge of computer based applications
• Excellent communication skills, the ability to get on with colleagues and communicate priorities as required
• Computer literate
• Demonstrate their ability to work as an effective team player, taking ownership and accountability for EHS standards and quality
• Demonstrate personal drive and motivation to identify and implement process improvement
• Demonstrate the ability to work from technical drawings/manuals
• Demonstrate good manual dexterity
• A desire to learn new skills and demonstrate flexibility within the model line

Flexible Working

GE Aviation supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.

Total Reward

 At GE Aviation we understand the importance of Total Reward.  Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible. 

 As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;

• Non-contributory Pension           
• Life Assurance
• Group income protection             

• Private medical cover     
• Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell

Security Clearance

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: BPSS

Right to Work

 Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No