PMO Ops - Engineering (H/F) - SAFRAN SEATS GB LIMITED in Cwmbran

Overview: Safran is an international high-tech group operating in the fields of aeronautics (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defence. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes increasingly environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran Seats is one of the world's leading manufacturers of aircraft seats, both for crew and passengers. 1 million aircraft seats manufactured by Safran Seats are currently in service in airline fleets worldwide.

Mission description: Are you interested in working at the business end of Aerospace, where airline brand meets innovative passenger experience? Then your next opportunity could be with Safran Seats, an industry award-winning, premium designer and manufacturer of First and Business Class seating and technology.

Responsibilities:

• Support for operational teams in engineering to help achieve cost objectives (including sales targets for program aspects), delivery and quality objectives.
• Manage risks and opportunities and deliverables.
• Establish standards and ensure compliance with engineering management processes.
• Organize and facilitate the management process (reviews, milestone reviews, decisions and actions).
• Micro-planning for engineering aspects.
• Synchronize and consolidate integrated planning for project and business line aspects.
• Report irregularities.
• Incorporate schedules of engineering partners.
• Verify sequences.
• Consolidate initial and actual engineering costs (NRC and RC) upon program/project completion.
• Oversee and consolidate technical and economic performance.
• Handle management information (KPIs, reporting, dashboards).
• Propose decision-making scenarios and help prepare decision-support documents.
• Support and coach operational teams on management processes (engineering, program and project management, work).
• Package management, visual management, continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support methods and tools teams in maintaining business tools and the management reference system (including training).
• Contribute to experience feedback on program, project and business line management and continuous improvement efforts.
• Contribute to project management and performance by supporting Heads of Function, Project Chief Engineers (PCEs) and Engineering Project Leads (EPLs) to achieve cost, delivery & quality objectives.
• Communicate key data/information (e.g., KPI dashboards, reports, action plans, guidance documentation, presentations) to support engineering and the wider business community.
• Analyse and interpret data to support improvement activities and aid effective decision making.
• Contribute to simplifying/standardising practices and implementing innovative solutions where appropriate.

Knowledge, Experience, Training and Qualifications:

• Project management experience/qualification (awareness of planning/scheduling, technical & financial aspects, risks).
• Managing risks and opportunities for project and PMO.
• Identifying/prioritizing risks and opportunities; managing associated action plans.
• Value optimization (performance, cost, quality); Design-to-Value approach.
• Controlling processes, reference systems and tools.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
• Experience of data management, analysis and the preparation of reports & presentations.
• Knowledge of problem-solving techniques and continuous improvement methods.
• Managing deadlines and resources.

Competencies, Behaviours and Skills:

• Communication: able to convey messages clearly to a range of audiences at all levels, both verbally and in writing.
• Self-motivated: able to use initiative and maintain a high level of productivity with minimal direction.
• Analytical: able to synthesize information with attention to detail, accuracy and completeness.
• Planning and Organising: able to plan, prioritise and consistently meet deadlines.
• Change Management: understand changes in the company and environment, explain changes, obtain support for change plans, and lead change management by integrating human, societal, cultural and organizational dimensions.
• Problem Solving.

Please apply and submit your CV today. Once your CV has been reviewed, we will contact you with the next stages. We want Safran Seats to be a workplace where everyone feels valued, can be themselves and know they can reach their full potential. We embrace and celebrate our differences through various initiatives and support colleagues through a number of staff networks. We are committed to building a workforce that is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We want to attract the best applications from people of all backgrounds and underrepresented groups because we strongly believe in adding value through diversity and inclusion. Our employees enable us to deliver services that are accessible and inclusive. As part of our commitment with Disability Confident Employers, we may offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post. We strive to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment. Let us know if you need support to showcase your talents or require any reasonable adjustments with your application.