If you’d like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given.

AWE is now recruiting for Junior Maintenance & Reliability Engineers to deliver engineering solutions that will maximise productivity, reliability, innovation and quality to the business.

 

Title: Maintenance & Reliability Engineer

Location: Reading / Basingstoke Area

Package: £29,640 - £44,460 (depending on suitability)

 

As a Maintenance & Reliability Engineer, this will give you the opportunity to:

Deliver Maintenance & Reliability solutions in relation to defined requirements, across the full engineering lifecycleParticipate in failure mode effects analysis of critical assets and key systemsParticipate in root cause analysis techniquesEffective stakeholder management, engaging and influencing others in order to drive improvements across the functionIdentify and support opportunities for cost savings, efficiency and business improvementExpand own engineering skills and experience relevant to engineering domainUsing KPI’s to ensure work remains on track and performance is measured

 

For Maintenance & Reliability Engineers roles we are particularly interested to hear from candidates with experience in some, or all of the following:

A recognised Engineering-related qualification (NVQ level 3/4 ideal) and a strong maintenance engineering background (the hiring manager is flexible on discipline)The ability to solve a range of technical problems and make the necessary decisions to rectifyAbility to communicate and present reports with others on technical requirements and modifications Knowledge & experience of Computerised Maintenance Management Systems would be highly beneficial in order to support analysis activities

 

Some reasons we think Maintenance & Reliability Engineers love it here:

9-day working fortnight – meaning you get every other Friday off work. In addition, 208 hours of holiday each year (equal to at least 25 days leave) plus Bank Holidays. Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions).Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay.Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body.Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.Life Assurance (4 x annual salary).Discounts – access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.

 

The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'.

 

Candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role and be willing and able to work in designated areas.

 

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Everyone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table. We recognise that great people don’t always ‘tick every box’. That’s why we focus on your potential, your fit with our values, your transferable skills as well as your experience. Even if you don’t meet every point above, but you feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please go ahead and apply, we’d love to receive your application.

Important things you need to know:

We encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment if applications are high and the role therefore closes.You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV. We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process. Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1 stage process.

Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide will be stored in accordance with GDPR and kept separate from your application form and CV, and the information will not be shared with anyone involved in interviewing or making hiring decisions.

Please note that you must be a British Citizen to apply for a role with us.