Low Carbon Trainee in Burnley

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace, space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025.

As a Low Carbon Trainee, you'll help drive Safran's sustainability journey and support projects that reduce energy use and carbon emissions across the site. You'll gain hands-on experience while working alongside experienced professionals in the field.

In this role, you will:

• Help monitor and analyse the site's energy consumption and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support projects that reduce carbon emissions and improve environmental performance.
• Collect, review and report sustainability and energy data using company systems and reporting tools.
• Work with colleagues across the business to identify energy-saving opportunities and support improvement initiatives.
• Assist with the delivery of climate action and carbon reduction plans.
• Support the management of environmental and energy performance indicators.
• Help prepare reports and presentations for business reviews and sustainability meetings.
• Assist with audits and compliance activities, ensuring accurate records and documentation are maintained.
• Contribute to feasibility studies and business cases for future sustainability projects.
• Gain exposure to internationally recognised energy management standards and best practices.

What You'll Gain:

• Practical experience in sustainability, energy management and carbon reduction.
• Involvement in real environmental improvement projects.
• Exposure to project management and business reporting.
• Funded training and apprenticeship opportunities.
• A career pathway into Sustainability, Energy Management, Environmental Management or Net Zero programmes.

Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you—both in and out of work, including:

• 37 hour working week over 4.5 days with a 1pm Finish on Fridays (Role dependant)
• 25 days' holiday + bank holidays (plus the option to buy an additional 5 days)
• 10% employer pension contribution (5% employee contribution with the option to increase via salary exchange)
• Flex-time scheme that allows you to take two half days or one full day off per month (Role dependant)
• 4X life insurance benefit as a member of the pension scheme
• Non-contributory BUPA private medical insurance plan (Role Dependant)
• Excellent training, education, and development schemes
• Enhanced sickness, maternity, adoption and paternity leave
• Option to purchase Safran shares with additional free shares from the company
• Excellent on-site catering facilities providing subsidised hot and cold meals
• Corporate membership at the Crow Wood Hotel & Spa: Use of fitness suites, classes, pool & sauna, offering 54% discount as a gold member.
• Wellbeing support through our employee assistance programme: 24/7 mental health support, access to remote GP appointments, medical second options, and physiotherapy
• Cycle to work scheme, along with a range of flexible benefits chosen by you!

We're looking for someone who is passionate about sustainability and keen to build a career in energy management and carbon reduction. This is a development opportunity, so we're more interested in your potential, attitude, and willingness to learn than extensive industry experience.

Essential Skills & Attributes:

• An interest in sustainability, energy management, environmental performance, or carbon reduction.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret, summarise, and present data.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• Good communication skills with the confidence to work with a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.
• Basic project management skills or an interest in managing projects.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Ability to influence, educate, and engage colleagues to support sustainability initiatives.

Desirable Skills & Experience:

• Some knowledge of energy management, energy performance, energy metering, or technical installations.
• Experience gained through education, work placements, volunteering, apprenticeships, or employment within sustainability, environmental, or energy-related activities.
• Experience working with data, reporting, or performance metrics.
• Understanding of manufacturing, facilities, engineering, or operational environments.
• Awareness of environmental challenges and a desire to contribute to climate change solutions.

The successful candidate will receive training and support, including opportunities to complete:

• Energy Management Fundamentals for System Operators (Schneider)
• Climate Fresk Certification
• Energy Managers Association qualifications
• Energy Management Professional Certification
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM) pathway
• Level 4 Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability Practitioner Apprenticeship
• Level 7 Sustainability Business Specialist Degree Apprenticeship

This role offers an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career in sustainability, energy management, and environmental leadership.

At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone.

We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role.