Senior Operations Engineer

Job Description

Job Title: Operations Engineer – Machine Safety

Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Hybrid

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Salary: Circa £37,091 depending on experience

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

What you’ll be doing:

You’ll provide technical support, to help facilitate and record the completion of PUWER (Provision Use Work Equipment Regulations) assessments on workshop equipment, Mobile plant (FLT’s, MWEPs, Pallet Trucks), all types of cranes and electric hoists, roller shutter doors, cantilever gates and barriers, radiological, robotic, bespoke development work equipment, amongst other equipment.

You’ll possess sound working knowledge of all Health and Safety regulations and relevant engineering standards and machinery directive. You’ll provide 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.

Core duties:

• You’ll have experience in Electrical/Mechanical role in a machining environment
• You’ll be able to interpret technical information and drawings
• You’ll be working towards NEBOSH certified or willing to gain

The PUWER Team:

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. Your role provides an opportunity to work with some bespoke equipment and you will be able to influence strategies, suggest improvements and implement changes. Your success with be recognised by the management, enabling career development and exciting progression opportunities.

We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive:

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 18th March 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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