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Facilities Business Operations Placement (12.5 months)

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Airbus

3mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Facilities Management
  • Chester
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AI generated summary

  • You must be an undergraduate, studying Facilities Management or similar, with IT skills, strong communication, problem-solving abilities, and the drive to innovate in a team environment.
  • You will manage budgets, participate in CapEX planning, develop site strategies, lead workplace improvement projects, ensure customer reporting, and build relationships across the plant.

Requirements

  • Our placements are open to Undergraduates only. Therefore it is mandatory for candidates to be an undergraduate for the whole duration of the placement. Please inform your graduation date on your application.
  • Please ensure you include your CV and a cover letter for your application to be considered.
  • Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following:
  • Studying towards a degree in Facilities Management, Business, Operations Management, or equivalent;
  • Excellent IT skills (Google-Suite);
  • Ability to make decisions based on evidence;
  • Good stakeholder management skills, including excellent communication, customer focus and the ability to deliver on commitments;
  • A mind set to explore and work above and beyond, challenge current ways of working to develop new processes and ideas;
  • Flexibility in a dynamic environment;
  • The desire to work in a technical team environment;
  • Team worker with a desire to work in an open and trusting environment;
  • Adherence to Airbus standards;
  • Imagination and creativity to problem-solve with drive and enthusiasm.
  • SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance OR You will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check).

Responsibilities

  • Support the site HO Customer Facing with the financial management of budgets and forecasting
  • Participate in capital investment (CapEX) planning and projects according to Airbus principles
  • Develop site strategies alongside the HO customer Facing for the site to include; space management, sustainability, real estate, services, etc.
  • Integrating an MFT approach across the Facilities Management team in the UK by leading projects that support workplace improvements across the site, as part of the company Better Workplace project
  • Facing the customers and ensuring accurate and timely reporting, supported by transparent performance metrics to continually improve the service we provide is fundamental to the role
  • Develop relationships across the plant at all levels to be able to anticipate business needs

FAQs

What is the start date for this placement?

The start date for the placement is 18th August 2025.

Where is the position located?

The position is located in Broughton, North Wales, with a similar position available at the Filton plant.

How long is the duration of the placement?

The duration of the placement is 12.5 months.

What is the closing date for applications?

The application closing date is not specified, but candidates are encouraged to apply early as adverts will close once sufficient applications are received.

What is the salary for this position?

The salary for this position is £21,900.

What are the work hours for this placement?

The placement requires a commitment of 35 hours per week with flexible working hours and half-day Fridays.

What benefits are offered with this placement?

Benefits include 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, flexible working hours, and half-day Fridays.

What kind of tasks will the successful candidate be responsible for?

The successful candidate will support financial management of budgets, participate in capital investment planning, develop site strategies, lead workplace improvement projects, ensure accurate reporting, and build relationships across the plant.

Are there specific qualifications required for this role?

Yes, candidates must be undergraduates studying towards a degree in Facilities Management, Business, Operations Management, or an equivalent field.

What skills are necessary for this position?

Necessary skills include excellent IT skills (Google-Suite), good stakeholder management, decision-making abilities based on evidence, flexibility, teamwork, adherence to Airbus standards, and creativity in problem-solving.

Is security clearance required for this role?

Yes, candidates must be eligible to gain UK SC Security Clearance or will be subject to a BPSS check, including a criminal record check.

How can candidates request adjustments for the application process?

Candidates can request adjustments by informing the company of their needs, which will be treated in strict confidence. Examples include accessible facilities, additional time for exercises, or dietary requirements.

Is there a commitment to diversity and inclusion at Airbus?

Yes, Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment, welcoming all applications regardless of various backgrounds.

We pioneer sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world.

Defence & Aerospace
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2014
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. The Company constantly innovates to provide the most efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers the most modern and fuel-efficient airliners. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions worldwide. Airbus approaches sustainability by respecting the planet, valuing people and enabling prosperity. These guiding principles are embedded in our operations and activities. In 2022, the Company generated revenues of €58.8 billion and employed a workforce of around 134,000.

Culture & Values

  • Customer Focus

    Customer focus is deeply embedded into our mindset, driving us to deliver on time, on cost and on quality. We partner with our customers to satisfy their needs and deliver benefits through valuable and sustainable solutions. We understand that each of us has an impact on customer relations through the work we do, which is why we always act with integrity and to the highest professional standards.

  • Integrity

    We work with integrity, choosing to speak up when our principles for ethical conduct are not respected. Our zero tolerance on unethical and non-compliant actions enables us to move forward with positivity and care. We act as ambassadors for the company, representing the integrity of Airbus even when we are outside work. The Airbus Ethics and Compliance programme seeks to ensure that the company business practices not only conform to applicable laws, regulations and principles, but remains above all ethical standard benchmarks.

  • Respect

    Respect guides us in our daily interactions. We respect each other, our customers and our products. We focus on building trust through transparent and honest communications. We create inclusive working environments, where all employees are listened to and valued for their individuality. We treat each other, and all our stakeholders, in the same considerate way that we would wish to be treated ourselves.

  • Creativity

    We value and encourage creativity. We recognise that creativity exists in many forms, with ideas brimming at every level, from “shoot for the moon” ambitions, right down to our daily work. Creativity can often mean simply looking at things in a different way and our collaborative culture allows us to build on ideas and continually improve the work that we do. We make sure that everyone at Airbus has the time, space and tools to progress ideas with imagination and passion. We are always ready to act with courage, challenging our ideas and learning from our processes when we need to go back to the drawing board.

  • Reliability

    We strive to maintain and build on our standards, proving and cementing our reputation for reliability. We each feel responsible for the collective success and progress of our global team and take accountability for our actions and outputs. We are dependable and can be trusted to ensure the safety and success of our products. We take pride in our work, ensuring the service and products we deliver are exceptional and completely reliable.

  • We are One / Team Work!

    We understand that there is power in individuals, but believe there is a much greater power in collaboration and teamwork. We seek to create engaging and inclusive workplaces, where everyone has the freedom to speak up and listen to each other with an open mind.

Benefits

  • Company Pension Scheme

  • Employee Discounts

  • Health Insurance

  • Parental Leave

  • Paid and Unpaid Holidays