Facilities Mechanical Engineer

Job Description:

SECURITY CLEARANCE:
You will be subject to BPSS and Export Control checks (including a criminal record check).

LOCATION:

Filton (80% of your working week must be office based) and Newport (Airbus Estates)
TYPE:
Full timeWHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU Financial Reward:
Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, car leasing scheme, free onsite parking, season ticket loan, tax-free technology scheme, discounted shopping and much more

Work / Life Balance: 35 hour week, flexible working around core hours and Friday afternoons off, hybrid working

Personal Development:
Personalised development plan, Airbus Leadership University and unlimited access to 10,000+ E-learning courses, internal mobility including international opportunities

Health & Wellbeing:
Wellbeing benefits (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support), Employee Assistance Programme, discounted family health / dental insurance / eye tests, cycle-to-work scheme, on-site canteen and coffee shop Family and Caregiving:
Life assurance, enhanced pay for parental leave (23 weeks at 100% pay), adoption / shared parental / caregiving leave

Inclusive Environment:
Wellbeing room, Multi-faith room, Employee Representative Groups (Gender, LGBTQ+, International, Generational, Disability, Social & Cultural Diversity, Neurodiversity)
Our world is changing. And so are we. From our commitment to zero-carbon flight ( #ZEROe ) to cleaning up space , sustainability is at the heart of our purpose . So what's your next change?

We are looking for a Facilities Mechanical Engineer to join the Facilities Management & Real Estate (FMRE) team, covering the Airbus estates primarily at Filton and Newport. This role involves driving the strategic direction, investment planning, and operational delivery for critical site infrastructure. A core element of this position is providing robust technical oversight, guidance, and driving high-performance delivery from our outsourced facilities management partners, while supporting the in-house team with technical problem-solving.

This is an amazing opportunity for someone who has carved out a strong career within Mechanical services and possesses deep statutory compliance knowledge. If you are highly skilled at managing major tier-one subcontractors and want to play a key role in shaping our estate's future, we encourage you to apply.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM Contract & Subcontractor Delivery:
Drive operational excellence and accountability from our outsourced partners. Identify, agree, and manage Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) .Infrastructure & Asset Strategy:
Define and execute short- and long-term strategies, investment plans, and operational delivery for critical site assets including HVAC/temperature control, internal/external surface & foul water systems, roller/final exit doors, and passenger/goods lifts.

BMS Operational Interface:
Act as the primary operational user and core focal point for the Building Management System (BMS) to monitor and manage plant operation.

Statutory Compliance &

Risk Management:

Ensure Pressure Systems Safety Regulations (PSSR) Written Schemes and Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) inspections are kept up to date via statutory inspection service providers.

Oversee fire suppression, gas systems, breathing air, and compressed air compliance.

Serve as the site interface for company auditors, insurers, and external authorities regarding Permits to Work (e.g., Confined Spaces) and Control of Impairment Notices.

Project Support & Tendering:
Support engineering projects from initial request to final handover. Provide precise specification requirements into tender documentation to ensure all installations meet strict QA and company standards.

Financial Governance:
Assist in the general preparation and management of operational (OPEX) and capital (CAPEX) budgets, ensuring adherence to corporate Procurement, Financial, and Quality policies.

Continuous Improvement:
Identify and support the implementation of energy, carbon emission reduction, and continuous improvement projects, sharing cross-site and divisional best practices.

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