Technician and Plant Operator (f/m/d) – Shetland UK

Full-Time 36000 - 60000 £ / year (est.) No home office possible

At Rocket Factory Augsburg (RFA) we have one goal: create low-cost, flexible and reliable access to space. We specialize in the creation of small launcher solutions designed for deploying satellites into Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and beyond. Together with you, we want to revolutionize space services and help enhance life on Earth. Sounds interesting? Then join our journey and be part of the team leading the New Space movement in Europe!

Rocket Factory Augsburg AG in Shetland / UK is looking for a

Technician and Plant Operator (f/m/d) – Shetland UK

Our international and agile team is searching for a Technician and Plant Operator (f/m/d) in the UK. This is a rare opportunity to be involved in building and operation of the UK’s first vertical launch site. You will help lead the fabrication, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of systems at our Launch site on the Shetland Islands, with the opportunity to travel to our other sites across Europe should the need arise. You will have the choice of either being based at the launch site in Unst, or working on a rotation pattern. If you enjoy working in a dynamic and international team of dedicated people, then apply.

Your Tasks

Operate plant machinery (mobile cranes, off-road forklifts, and MEWPS) and equipment safely and efficiently during launch site construction and pre-launch operations.
Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs on plant equipment.
Assist in the installation and commissioning of new equipment or upgrades to existing systems.
Create lift plans and execute for complex operations involving critical launch site hardware.
Ensure all equipment is well maintained and serviced at appropriate intervals, and that the state of equipment is well documented.
Carry out basic fabrication work in support of site construction, operation, and maintenance.

Your Qualifications

Experience in metal work and fabrication – cutting, grinding, bending, deburring.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
Proven experience in plant operations, equipment maintenance, or a similar technical role.
Experience as a plant operator in rough terrain.
CPCS blue or red card for A14 (Rough terrain forklift).
CPCS blue or red card for A17 (Telescopic handler) is desirable.
CPCS blue or red card for A26 (Boom MEWP) is desirable.
CSTS green card is desirable.
Experience in producing lift plans is desirable.
Relevant crane, slinger, and lift qualifications (CPCS A60, A61, A62, and A40) are all desirable.
Team player, and works calmly under pressure.
Willing to work outdoors and in a remote location.

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Technician and Plant Operator (f/m/d) – Shetland UK

Full-Time

36000 - 60000 £ / year (est.)

Application deadline: 2027-06-13
OHB System AG

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