Operations Project Engineer

Job title:

Operations Project Engineer

Company

GKN Aerospace

Job description

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.Job SummaryA Truly Global Business
Every day, around the world, we help aircrafts fly further, faster and greener. We’re the world’s leading tier one aerospace supplier of systems and components. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries serving over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers with sales of £3.35bn. Together as “one GKN” we’re moving our business and industry forward developing technologies that rapidly decarbonise aircraft, and innovating to help build a new generation of planes that produce zero emissions. We’re putting sustainability at the heart of what we do; driving our objective to becoming a net zero greenhouse gas emissions business before 2050!Making a Difference
It’s great to know you’re making a difference to the future of aviation! Whatever part you play you’ll be helping us deliver operational excellence to our customers.
At our GKN Filton site, we specialise in the design and manufacture of large complex structural wing assemblies, detailed metallic components and wing systems for a combination of both civil and military aircraft.
Join Our Team as a Project Engineer!
Are you a highly motivated and results-driven professional with a passion for engineering and innovation? We are on the lookout for a talented Project Engineer to be a key player in our dynamic team. Reporting directly to the Site Transformation Lead, you will be at the forefront of leading and executing site transformation projects.
In this pivotal role, you will:

• Lead with Vision: Drive and oversee site transformation projects from conception to completion.
• Deliver Excellence: Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Innovate and Inspire: Bring fresh ideas and innovative solutions to the table.
• Collaborate and Communicate: Work closely with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and be part of a team that values excellence, creativity, and dedication, we want to hear from you!How You’ll Contribute1. Project Management:⦁ Partner with the Site Transformation Lead to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
⦁ Develop and manage project plans and schedules, utilizing project management frameworks and methodologies.
⦁ Oversee project execution, including managing resources, mitigating risks, and identifying and resolving issues proactively.
⦁ Track project progress, analyze data, and report on key metrics to senior management.
⦁ Proactively challenge the status quo and drive continuous improvement to ensure project success.2. Stakeholder Engagement:⦁ Maintain strong communication and collaboration with stakeholders at all levels, keeping them informed of progress and updates.
⦁ Demonstrate strong self-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and work independently.
⦁ Possess a strong work ethic, with a determination to succeed and a willingness to learn and develop new skills.What You’ll BringTo help us make a difference, you’ll bring your passion and expertise/ talent for what you do along with the following skills, experience, qualifications and attributes:⦁ Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field (or equivalent experience).
⦁ Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in project engineering or a related field
⦁ Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
⦁ Project Management: Basic understanding of project management principles and methodologies.
⦁ Process Improvement Skills: Understanding of Lean Principles, SPC and Six Sigma methodologies are advantageous.
⦁ Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
⦁ Interpersonal Skills: Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and build strong working relationships.
⦁ Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)The successful candidate will be proactive and driven, you possess a self-motivated nature with a strong passion for site communications and project management, thriving in independent work environments. Your meticulous attention to detail underscores your unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality work. Agile and adaptable, you seamlessly pivot in response to changing priorities and requirements. Additionally, your strong problem-solving skills enable you to think outside the box, bringing innovative solutions to the forefront.What We’ll OfferOnce you’re on board you’ll get the following perks and benefits:
⦁ Competitive salary dependent on experience
⦁ Industry Leading Pension Scheme = we’ll match your contributions up to 8% on a 1 : 1.5 basis
⦁ Life Assurance 8 x salary
⦁ 25 days holiday + bank holidays
⦁ Flexible working hours including the ability to finish at 12noon on a Friday
⦁ Income protection
⦁ Shopping discounts
⦁ Cycle To Work Scheme
⦁ Employee Assistance Programme
⦁ Virtual GP Clinic for you and immediate family
⦁ A collaborative, dynamic working environmentAs well as a competitive package we’ll offer you a world of opportunity. We want to see your career fly! We’ll support your career progression by providing you with learning and development opportunities. That’s the beauty of being part of a global business, once you’re on board you never know where you career journey may take you!Why Join UsA Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working
Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’ last year. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.
We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.We’ll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of WorkingEveryone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology. ​
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Location

Bristol Area

Job date

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 03:31:02 GMT

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