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About GE Aerospace

Are you ready to see your future take flight? At GE Aerospace, we are advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow. Your work will contribute to the production of advanced jet engines, components, and integrated systems that power commercial and military aircraft. You’ll be part of a team that embraces your drive, your curiosity, and your unique ideas and perspectives.  Most importantly, you’ll share in our pride and purpose that affects the lives of millions around the world!

Role description

As part of this role, you’ll undertake and complete the Safety, Health and Environment Technician Apprenticeship at Level 3.

Key responsibilities:

• Assist in the development, management, implementation and monitoring of the Safety, Health and Environmental Management System

• Learn to identify hazards and evaluate risk

• Support and assist in the implementation of SHE inspections and closing out of issues identified

• Assist with the investigation of accidents, incidents, dangerous occurrences, near misses and other incidents as directed

• Undertake monitoring, analysis of and reporting of SHE KPI’s

• Prepare and maintain records relating to safety, health and environmental matters that comply with legal and workplace requirements and are accessible to those who are authorised to use them

• Assist with managing and maintaining relationships with external stakeholders such as local authorities

• Research SHE issues and best practices

• Review updates of health and safety regulations

• Recognise where decisions have a financial cost and assisting to develop a budget

• Recognise situations where the activity will benefit from contributions and expertise of other internal departments such as HR, Finance, IT or Occupational Health

You’ll bring to this role:

• 5 GCSE’s (or equivalent), including Maths and English, at grades C/4 or above. Evidence of certificates must be provided.

• Desired/preferred: 3 A-levels (or equivalent) at grades C or above (or equivalent)

• Confidence with Microsoft Office

• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills

• An ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Interest in pursuing a career in Environment, Sustainability, Health and Safety

• Commitment to personal and professional development

• Self-motivation with effective time management skills and ability to meet deadlines, including the ability to prioritise and work methodically and accurately.

• A safety-first attitude.

Overview of the scheme

This qualification is designed for the aspiring professional wishing to move into Health and Safety and Environmental Management. The successful apprentice will be eligible to apply for Technician Level membership of IOSH and as such this standard sits at the same level as the NEBOSH Certificate or NVQ Level 3

• The duration of the training is 24 months and the whole programme is online delivery with a combination of online sessions and 1-2-1 sessions with a tutor

• End-Point Assessment (EPA): Knowledge test, Project Report and Presentation, Professional Discussion

• Additional training to take place to develop knowledge, skills, and behaviours in accordance with this Apprenticeship standard

Qualifications that you'll gain:

• Level 3 Safety, Health and Environment Technician apprenticeship standard

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              

• Life Assurance   

• Group income protection                

• Private medical cover        

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

Recruitment Process

As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to submit an initial CV application. You will then be invited to submit additional information we require to enable us to screen your application. After this, you may be invited to a video interview. If successful, the final stage would be to attend an assessment centre on site. Our recruitment team will be in touch with you at every stage to keep you updated.

This opportunity is offered in our Cheltenham & Gloucester (Dowty) sites, we will ask you to share your location preferences during the application process.

If you require any adjustments to the process to enable you to be at your best, please email the team via Apprenticeship.Queries@ge.com

Please note our applications will close on Sunday 24th November but may close earlier dependant on application volumes. We would encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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. Further, under immigration rules, sponsorship is not available for all posts. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Whether we are manufacturing components for our engines, driving innovation in fuel and noise reduction, or unlocking new opportunities to grow and deliver more productivity, our GE Aerospace teams are dedicated and making a global impact. Join us and help move the aerospace industry forward.

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