Principal Operations Engineer - Site & Facilities

BAE Systems

Principal Operations Engineer - Site & Facilities

£38734

BAE Systems, Barrow-in-Furness

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 18 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 2e891dbd25a34f6a85ba089442847f3f

Full Job Description

  • Providing technical expertise, facilitating and recording the completion of PUWER (Provision Use Work Equipment Regulations) assessments on workshop equipment, Mobile plant (FLT's, MWEPs, Pallet Trucks, etc.), all types of cranes and electric hoists, roller shutter doors, cantilever gates and barriers, radiological, robotic, bespoke development work equipment, etc

  • Possess sound working knowledge of all Health and Safety regulations and relevant engineering standards and machinery directive

  • Providing timely and consistent PUWER information, advice and governance to support department Managers across site to support the safe, legal, and compliant operation of work equipment

  • Delivering PUWER awareness training to all levels of the organisation to confirm a clear understanding of compliance, legalisation and Company policy, You will be joining a small team of 4 members and have an opportunity to liaise with a variety of stakeholders and wide range of other teams within the business such as site engineering, site authority as well as maintenance and production. The role provides an opportunity to work with some bespoke equipment and you will be able to influence decisions, suggest improvements and implement changes. Your success with be recognised by the management, enabling career development and exciting progression opportunities.

    Trade background - preferably within engineering

  • HNC qualification or time served in relevant discipline

  • Good understanding of engineering standards

  • Experience of interpreting technical information and drawings


  • Desirable
  • NEBOSH certified

  • Previous experience of PUWER

    Why BAE Systems?


  • This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals. We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

    Please be aware that many roles working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation.

    Salary: From £38,734 - Depending on skills and experience, You'll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You'll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.