Key Takeaways
- Undertake a 12.5-month placement in General Facility Services and Business Operations at Airbus in Broughton, North Wales.
- Earn a salary of £24,246 per year, working 35 hours per week with flexible hours and hybrid options.
- Gain experience in financial management, business operations, and project integration within a large corporate environment.
- Applications close on 25 October 2026.
About the Role
This is a 12.5-month placement at the Broughton site in North Wales, starting on 16 August 2027.
About Airbus
The role is within the Facilities Management and Real Estate (FMRE UK) organisation, responsible for a wide range of deliverables including Real Estate management, Aerodrome management, Energy and Supply, Major Building and Construction projects, Maintenance, Catering, and Cleaning. The General Services organisation specifically handles services like Catering, Cleaning, Waste Management, Grounds Maintenance, Archiving, Mail, Graphics & Print, Library Services, and Transportation across Airbus UK sites.
This role offers the chance to influence and drive change within an integrated "ONE FMRE" team, encompassing both Airbus Commercial and Airbus Defence & Space (ADS) across the UK.
What you will be doing
- Support the site Head of General Services with financial management of budgets and forecasting.
- Assist the UK Head of General Services and UK Waste Lead with the business management of the UK organisation, potentially involving travel to other sites.
- Participate in capital investment (CapEX) planning and projects.
- Integrate an MFT approach across the Facilities Management team in the UK and lead improvement projects for General Services.
- Ensure accurate and timely reporting with transparent performance metrics.
- Develop relationships across the plant to anticipate business needs.
Requirements
- You must be an undergraduate for the entire duration of the placement.
- Studying towards a degree in Business, Facilities Management, or equivalent.
- Experience in data analysis and its presentation (e.g., graphics and dashboards).
- Open mind and proactive approach.
- Time management and organisational skills.
Benefits
- Salary: £24,246 per year
- Hours: 35 hours per week
- Working Hours: Flexible working hours, with half day Fridays.
- Location: Broughton, North Wales
- Hybrid Working: Available depending on the role.
- Holiday: 25 days plus bank holidays.
Security Clearance
- You will be subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check.
- Potential need for UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control.
How to Apply
Applications close on 25 October 2026.
Your application should include a CV and a Cover Letter outlining your motivation and suitability for the role.
Note: You can apply for multiple positions but can only progress in the selection process for one at a time.