ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE OF THE FACILITY TECHNICIAN:

Good knowledge of Health & Safety, Governance and Security
Previous experience working in an engineering lab, workshop or related facility as a qualified Technician/Foreman
A good working background in Engineering with a strong appreciation of an allied science or engineering discipline e.g. Electrical, Mechanical, Integration or Test etc.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE FACILITY TECHNICIAN:

We value difference and we don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.
This role is 37 hours per week based at Farnborough.
At our Farnborough site exciting work takes place at our state of the art facility, with high-energy laser technologies, our 5m pressurised wind tunnel which has a simulation capability that is unique in the UK and our large research and development projects it is a real hub of creativity, research and innovation. Join our talented teams of Engineers, IT & Cyber Specialists, Project Managers, Group Functions Teams and many more to provide future defences in the UK.
Why Join QinetiQ?
As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges. As a QinetiQ employee, you’ll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experience enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you’ll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture. www.qinetiq.com/en/careers/life-at-qinetiq
Our Benefits
Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more
We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community

ROLE TYPE:

Fixed Term – Full Time
Package: Competitive Salary + Benefits
SF ID: SF18181
Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we’re not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting-edge defence technology to ground-breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Facility Technician at our Farnborough site, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.

THE ROLE:

As a Facility Technician, you will join the Science & Research Operations Group within QinetiQ UK Defence contributing to one of the most important programmes of work within the UK Defence industry.
This post is responsible for the safe, effective and efficient operation of several laboratories and a build facility on the QinetiQ Farnborough site. You will be responsible for the coordination and deconfliction of the laboratory spaces, a large build facility and equipment for our internal customer. This post is also responsible for the safe operational aspects of how the workspaces are maintained, improved or reconfigured including the non-engineering assurance aspects such as ISO accreditations.