Service Engineer Trainee

Job description

Service Engineer Trainee Fareham – Onsite – Days (Flexi)
Overview Safran is a global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, committed to excellence and diversity. We are looking for talented individuals to join our Military Technical Support team as a Service Engineer Trainee at the Fareham site. Safran Helicopter Engines is the world's leading manufacturer of rotorcraft turbines and the only one dedicated exclusively to this market.
Benefits 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with extra days at key service milestones (5, 10, 20, 30, 40 years)
Flexitime with the chance to finish early on Fridays (role dependent)
Onsite amenities: free parking, canteen with subsidised lunch, barista coffee, bike storage, and showers
7% company pension contribution from day one
Health Cash Plan after probation
Enhanced family friendly benefits (maternity, paternity), and employee assistance programme
Share purchase scheme after three months' service
Up to 5% annual bonus
Company sick pay
Access to a benefits portal: life assurance, cycle to work, retail discounts, healthcare, wellbeing, lifestyle benefits and more
Green Travel Scheme: earn points for sustainable commuting, redeemable for Amazon vouchers
Development opportunities through Safran University and internal training
Salary sacrifice schemes, including Cycle to Work and Octopus EV (after probation)
Involvement in sustainability, charity, volunteering, and networks including Diversity@Safran, Women@Safran, and our Men's Health Network
Plus further opportunities when you join our team
Your role The Service Engineer trainee programme provides the knowledge, experience and hands‐on exposure required to deliver high‐quality technical support to the UK MOD. You will learn to manage the technical interface with the customer, support frontline operations and ensure compliance with safety and airworthiness regulations.
As you progress, you will develop the capability to:
Operate as a Military Business Service Engineer
Qualify as an RTM322 Field Support Representative
Provide resilience and onsite support at MOD Main Operating Bases (MOBs) when required
Qualifications Essential Experience working within an engineering environment
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Confident presenting and discussing complex technical topics
Ability to adapt communication to different experience levels
Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks
Strong interpersonal skills
Desirable Working knowledge of the RTM322 engine used by the UK MOD
Ability to respond effectively to rapidly changing operational needs
Strong written and spoken English
Competent user of MS Office
Understanding of Safran HE policies and processes
High diligence and attention to detail
Logical, structured approach to problem solving

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Fareham

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

06-07-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English