Facilities & Maintenance Leadership Programme

Job Description Summary

The Facilities & Maintenance Leadership Program (FMLP) is designed to cultivate the next generation of operational leaders in facilities management. This program offers an exceptional opportunity for talented individuals to enhance their expertise and contribute to improving asset availability, reliability, and overall facilities management operations. Participants will embark on a two-year rotational experience, gaining valuable insights and hands-on experience across various facets of the field, while advancing their careers in Facilities & Maintenance.

Job Description

Candidates will complete three (3), eight-month rotations in the following areas:

Facilities Management

• Supervise and coordinate scheduled maintenance, repair, shut down and overhaul work.
• Influence the development of real estate strategy for the site, including project management and process improvement.
• Integration of energy/utility optimisation in alignment with energy efficiency and sustainability
• Collaborate cross functionally to ensure site compliance with local regulatory and corporate facilities standards including alignment to internationally recognised frameworks e.g. ISO 41001
• Support loss prevention & risk reduction priorities based on site profile.

Maintenance Management

• Develop planning/scheduling standard work for preventive maintenance and corrective actions.
• Drive improvement in asset reliability and facilities maintenance key performance indicators (KPI) metrics
• Develop skills necessary to become a subject matter expert in Maximo Application Suite (MAS)
• Impact maintenance culture through development of standard operating procedures, master instructions and detailed job instructions.
• Outline strategies to mitigate unplanned machine downtime.

Project Management / Process Improvement

• Participation on a cross functional team as part of Continuous Improvement efforts
• Develop and implement standard work procedures to ensure consistency and quality in operations.
• Collaborate with leadership to align lean initiatives with business goals and objectives.
• Lead the deployment and sustainment of the GE Aerospace FLIGHT DECK lean operating model across various departments and teams.
• Prioritise workload, establish and execute timelines and cost targets for project completion.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with experience in Facility Maintenance, Project Management, and/or Operations
• Secondary school qualifications (e.g. GCSE/A level & relevant professional certification) with experience in Facility Maintenance, Project Management, and/or Operations.
• Willingness to travel as and when required

Desired Characteristics and Experience:

• Ability to effectively manage time, prioritise work, multi-task across many assignments, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Mechanical or electrical maintenance experience in an industrial environment
• Established project management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects.
• Ability to influence others and lead small teams.
• Proven analytical and organisational ability.
• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn.
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively.
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritises work, committed.
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative.
• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker.

Flexible Working

GE 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 Aerospace 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
• Performance related bonus
• Life Assurance
• Group income protection
• Private medical cover
• Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days + public holidays, with flexible option to buy or sell

Equal Opportunities

GE Aerospace Wales is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace Wales is a Disability Confident Committed employer, and welcomes applications from disabled candidates. We are dedicated to ensuring our recruitment processes are accessible to all. Should you require any adjustments to our recruitment processes or would like to ask us a question please contact [email protected]

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.

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Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No