Manufacturing Technicians/Operators
Templecombe
Keen to play a part in shaping the future of defence?
Thales in Templecombe is expanding, and were looking for hands-on, motivated individuals to join our manufacturing team within our Underwater Systems business unit.
What our roles have to offer:
Play a vital role in keeping countries and communities safe
Career growth opportunities
Great work life balance with roles either being fixed shifts, 3 days a week or working Monday – Thursday.
Our Opportunities:
We have multiple vacancies across our manufacturing operations, including but not limited to:
Assembly technicians (mechanical/electrical)
Test technicians
Manufacturing Engineers
Quality Inspectors
Team Leaders
In these roles you will work closely with existing team members, Work Cell Managers and Manufacturing Engineers in delivering the outputs from the relevant work cell as per the business requirements.
What we are looking for:
Whether you are an experienced professional or looking to kickstart your career in manufacturing, we want to hear from you.
Ideal candidates will have:
A keen eye for detail
Individuals who take pride in their work and understand the importance of their role in our operations
The ability to work as part of a team
Good with practical, hands-on work
Thales is an equal opportunities employer and diversity, and inclusion are integral to the success of Thales.
These roles will require SC Clearance. It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant will undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance.
To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years’ residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks.
In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.
At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.
Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment, if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles.
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