Repair Officer in Merthyr Tydfil

General Dynamics Land Systems is on the look-out for a full-time Repair Officer to join our Operations Team, based in Merthyr Tydfil. The successful and inclusive candidate will earn a favourable salary of £31,200 to £35,000 based on experience and potential. This is an ideal role for someone who has a proactive and positive mindset and a keen desire to grow professionally.

Joining an established team, the successful candidate is responsible for coordinating, monitoring and managing repairable assets from the initial receipt through to completion, working closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure repairs are completed efficiently, cost effectively and within agreed timescales. Based at the GDLS facility in Merthyr Tydfil, you will report directly to the Service Delivery Manager and apply repair management principles and best practices to support timely delivery of materials and repaired assets. You will act as a central point of coordination between customers, suppliers, repair vendors and internal functions.

If you were already working in this position, this is what you would have been working on this week:

• Manage the end-to-end repair process for repairable assets and components
• Co-ordinate the receipt, assessment, repair and return of repairable items
• Raise and manage repair orders, quotation and associated documentation
• Liaise with customers, suppliers, repair vendors and internal stakeholders to monitor repair progress
• Maintain accurate records and reporting within relevant systems and databases
• Prepare and distribute repair status updates and management information
• Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce turnaround times and improve service delivery

To apply for this role, you will require the following:

• GCSE's or equivalent including English and Mathematics
• Relevant vocational qualification, apprenticeship, or equivalent experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration or Asset Management
• Experience in repair management, supply chain, logistics, inventory management or a similar operational role
• Strong organizational and coordinator skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience using ERP systems
• Proficiency in MS office applications, particularly Excel
• Experience of operating Oracle
• Experience of working in a MoD / UK Defence environment/systems
• Experience of working in the Customer Support / In-Service environment
• Current or previous UK Security Clearance
• Awareness of ITAR restrictions and Export Controls

Our Company Benefits:

• A flexible benefits scheme - allowing you to adapt your benefits to suit yours and your family's needs
• A personalised career development plan, alongside regular progress reviews - supporting and valuing your progression within the Company
• Professional training and development courses, both internal and external - allowing you to reach your full potential
• A flexible working environment where your contributions are recognised and rewarded, which includes compressed hours, reduced hours and job share
• A Company sports and social club, offering events at discounted prices - giving you the opportunity to meet and socialise with your fellow colleagues outside the workplace

About General Dynamics UK:

General Dynamics Land Systems is a global leader in providing products and support across the full spectrum of combat vehicles. Our global team has more than 6,000 employees working towards creating a diverse product portfolio delivering best-in-class capability to Armed Forces communities worldwide. In the UK, we employ more than 750 people and are leading the way in Armoured Fighting Vehicles and sustainment services. Our vision is documented and embedded into our culture, so all employees understand the Company's direction and their role in achieving it.

We believe in maintaining a diverse workplace - inclusive of beliefs, cultural background, job experiences, thoughts and ideas. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high performance team.

As part of our commitment to inclusion and diversity we welcome in particular applications from women, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and ethnic minority groups. We are a Disability Confident Employer, as such we offer an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.

If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to [email protected] for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.