AGL Assistant
Sub Division: Defence
Location: Witney
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time - 40 hours - Variable Shift Pattern
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Purpose of Role
We have an excellent opportunity for an individual to join our defence contract as a AGL Assistant also known as an Airfield Assistant. This is an opportunity to learn and qualify to become a AGL Electrician and grow your career.
Job Description
As an Airfield Assistant, you play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient and safe operation of an airfield. Your primary responsibilities include assisting in the maintenance and operation of essential airfield equipment and systems. This role demands a strong commitment to safety, attention to detail, adaptability, and effective teamwork.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Airfield Technician to assist with routine PAPI (Precision Approach Path Indicator) maintenance, contributing to the safe landing and takeoff of aircraft.
- Operate a communication radio supplied by air traffic control, maintaining clear and effective communication for safe airfield operations.
- Drive the technician's van to transport equipment and personnel efficiently across the airfield.
- Assist the Airfield Technician in diagnosing and troubleshooting technical faults, contributing to the timely resolution of issues.
- Work alongside the Airfield Technician for tasks that require two-person coordination and manual handling, ensuring safety and efficiency.
- Perform repairs and replacement of taxiway lamps and bulbs, enhancing airfield visibility and safety.
- Act as the designated safety companion for the Airfield Technician during airfield maintenance tasks, prioritizing safety protocols.
- Assist in carrying out routine inspections to identify and address potential maintenance needs promptly.
- Conduct emergency lighting tests to verify functionality and readiness for critical situations.
- Be willing to work overtime as required and as reasonably requested to support airfield maintenance operations.
Essential Qualifications/Skills
- Knowledge of PPM tasks
- Good written and verbal communication skills
In return for your hard work we offer additional training and development, 26 days holiday (+ bank holidays), generous pension contribution, life assurance and much more.
We are VINCI Facilities – experts in the built environment. VINCI Facilities is a Facilities Management and Building Solutions provider, delivering cost-effective and sustainable bespoke solutions to customers in the public and private sectors. We are committed to working towards a lower carbon society, focusing on sustainable and innovative methods to exceed our partners' goals and add value for all stakeholders – and we were named the top-ranked FM service provider in the Sustainable FM Index for 2020. We put our people first. Always working as a team and collaborating from start to finish. We are the trusted expert in the built environment because we listen to our team and create a workplace that maximises their potential.
Fairness, Inclusion and Respect (FIR) at VINCI Facilities is about recognising and celebrating each other’s differences and what they bring to the team. Harnessing this diversity and applying the experiences, abilities and unique qualities of individuals will enhance our business; therefore, we commit to equity of opportunity and fair treatment of all current and potential employees and encourage job applications from all.
Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made as part of the application process please contact us directly.
VINCI recognises the importance of helping our employees balance their work and home life by offering flexible working arrangements across many of our roles which include working from home to enable employees to balance their working life with other priorities.
Work Location: In person
