Engineer Technician
Lndh
Engineer Technician
£53248
Lndh, Brackley, Northamptonshire
- Full time
- Temporary
- Onsite working
Posted 3 weeks ago, 23 Aug | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 1067f370624a4720aa3038bd04eefebb
Full Job Description
We are currently seeking an Engineering Technician - Mechanical Planner to support the United States Air Force, 422 Civil
Engineer Squadron located at Royal Air Force (RAF) Croughton, United Kingdom. The primary purpose of this position is
to serve as a civil engineering technician within the Requirements and Optimization section of the 422nd Civil Engineer
Operations Flight. The incumbent will evaluate and recommend for approval clients' requests for new construction,
renovation, and improvements of real property facilities including utility systems by using and applying technical
mechanical engineering knowledge in developing, preparing, monitoring, and maintaining programming documents,
including major project design reviews, and planning charts for the accomplishment of operations and maintenance (O&M)
manual review, development and review of Base Standards and other duties as assigned by the Requirements and
Optimization Chief. Will coordinate projects with engineers in a variety of disciplines and/or with architects. Will work with
organizational managers, budget personnel, and engineering/architectural authorities to develop and gain approval for
proposed facility programs/projects.,
- Hours of work: Start & end times may be modified due to mission needs and in accordance with organization's flexible
- Will be required to handle and safeguard sensitive information in accordance with applicable US and UK laws, rules,
- Must obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
- May be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft in the performance of official duties or attend necessary
- Position may be coded as mission essential.
- A 6-month probationary period will be required.
- Overtime may be required.
- May be required to travel overnight to US or other countries in the performance of official duties or attend necessary
- May be assigned other duties not included in this position description, but that are appropriate to the grade and skill set
- Curriculum Vitale (CV) and/or Resume (A CV/Resume is encouraged. Decision to include a resume will not increase or
- Transcripts
- Certifications
- Letters of Recommendation
- Right to Work Documentation
General and practical knowledge of engineering concepts, methods, principles, practices, and techniques; - Knowledge of program planning and budgeting cycles, financial control, and budget systems; work
- Knowledge of standard contracting regulations, practices, and procedures.
- Knowledge of analytical and diagnostic methods, procedures, and principles and surveying methods,
- Ability to plan and record site/facility surveys and inspections.
- Ability to research, analyze, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, codes of practice and procedures in a
- Employee must possess an HND/HNC/BTEC, City and Guilds, NVQ or equivalent technical qualification in
- The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. Must possess an appropriate and valid CAT B
- The position requires familiarity with a variety of software packages in use by 422 CES; some training may
- The position requires the knowledge of numerous regulations and codes of work. Attendance at various
- The position requires the use of a handheld two-way radio or alternative method of on-site communication.
- May be required to wear personal protective equipment when performing on-site inspections.
- Incumbent must hold, or be capable of obtaining, an electrical skilled person's certificate within the probation
- Must be GAS SAFE registered and trained to correct ACOPS standards in order to competently plan work for
- 25 days Annual Leave + UK Bank Holidays, Annual Leave year-to-year carryover in accordance with program policy
- Paid Sick Leave; year-to-year carryover in accordance with program policy.
- Pension Scheme
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Free on-site parking
- Specialized Training provided throughout entire period of employment.
- Development opportunities available
- Time off, cash and honorary awards and recognition available for significant contributions and consistent high
- Free access to on-site gym facilities
- Citizens of the UK, Nationals of European Community (EC) Countries, and Commonwealth Citizens, other Foreign
- Applicants who have a minimum of five years consecutive residency in the UK are considered for this position;
- Please note pre-appointment security clearance requirements may delay start date. Proof of identification in the form
- This position may have certain restrictions to US citizens due to the Status of Forces Agreement. For additional
working policies.
and regulations.
training.
training.
of the incumbent.,
decrease probability of selection)
familiarity with engineering disciplines (mechanical, electrical, structural, utilities, etc).
classifications and the regulatory and statutory restrictions on the expenditures of appropriated and nonappropriated
funds; automated data processing system capabilities and economic usage to effectively
accomplish assigned functions.
equipment, and techniques of measurements to identify project requirements.
variety of situations and recommend timely and economical solutions.,
building and civil engineering/mechanical and electrical engineering and/or construction management, as
well as sound experience of building construction and maintenance project management procedures, gained
by at least three year's work experience in the trade. A Bachelor's Degree is not required.
driver's license.
be necessary in order to obtain the required proficiency.
courses may be required to keep up to date with new practices, materials and safety legislation.
period.
projects involving gas fueled installations.
performance
Who Can Apply
Nationals, and Stateless persons provided no restrictions have been imposed as a condition of continued residency
in the UK.
however, those who do not meet this criterion will be considered on a case-by-case basis. All successful applicants
will require a security clearance.
of a photo ID will be required, for example a driving license or current passport.
information contact the LNDH team on .