Bench Operator - FTC; H​/F - SAFRAN Helicopter Engines LTD

Safran est un groupe international de haute technologie opérant dans les domaines de l'aéronautique (propulsion, équipements et intérieurs), de l'espace et de la défense. Sa mission : contribuer durablement à un monde plus sûr, où le transport aérien devient toujours plus respectueux de l'environnement, plus confortable et plus accessible. Implanté sur tous les continents, le Groupe emploie 100 000 collaborateurs pour un chiffre d'affaires de 27,3 milliards d'euros en 2024, et occupe, seul ou en partenariat, des positions de premier plan mondial ou européen sur ses marchés.

Safran est la 2ème entreprise du secteur aéronautique et défense du classement « World's Best Companies 2024 » du magazine TIME. Safran Helicopter Engines est le leader mondial de la motorisation pour hélicoptères, avec plus de 75 000 moteurs produits depuis sa création. La société offre la plus large gamme de turbomoteurs et compte 2 500 clients répartis dans 155 pays.

What’s special about us? Safran Helicopter Engines are the world’s leading manufacturer of rotorcraft turbines and the only one dedicated exclusively to this market. Our UK facility is the European Maintenance Centre Hub for the SHE Group, performing level 1 to level 3 maintenance and repairs on complex helicopter engine components. Our experienced teams partner with our broad, global customer base, providing both technical expertise and broader support in both the fixed wing and rotary‑wing markets.

• Carry out Bench Operations – Manual Deburring, Part Marking, Cleaning, Lapping, packing of parts within New Production areas in accordance with OEM manuals and work instructions.
• Support flexibility across the New Manufacturing areas, which, from time to time, may reasonably be required to meet the needs of Safran Helicopters UK Limited.
• Continuously identify opportunities to improve processes and working practice and take responsibility for implementing these.
• Ensure good housekeeping standards are consistently maintained.
• Manual Deburring activities supporting the flow of all components across the Safran New Manufacturing in accordance with OEM manuals and work instructions.
• Cleaning activities supporting the flow of all components across the Safran New Manufacturing in accordance with OEM manuals and work instructions.
• Bag & label activities supporting the flow of all components across the Safran New Manufacturing in accordance with OEM manuals and work instructions.
• Work in accordance with HSE legislation, the Company Operating Systems, policies and procedures.
• Actively demonstrate the Company Values & Behaviours.

Operating worldwide, Safran Helicopter Engines employ 5,900 people and have more than 2,500 customers in 155 countries, and 22,000 engines in service. Located in Fareham on the South Coast of the UK, we've been a leader in the aerospace market for over 80 years, with a reputation for putting our customers first. Supporting both the civil and military markets, our UK facility is the European Maintenance Centre Hub for the Safran Helicopter Engines Group.

• Apprenticeship within a similar organisation or minimum of 3 years continuous experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Manual Deburring using hand‑held tools.
• Operating Engraving Machine (after training).
• 5S Improvements.
• Bench Operator (preferably aerospace background).
• Machine Engraving (on‑the‑job training will be given).
• Manufacturing bench processes and practices.

Please apply via the website and if you have what we are looking for, a member of our talent acquisition team will be in touch.

At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone. We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don’t meet 100 % of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage you to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experiences relevant to the requirements of this role.

We will consider all applicants who meet the minimum requirements regardless of their identity or background. If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation please get in touch for an informal chat. We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible.