Production Planning Apprentice

Supporting both the Civil and Military markets in the UK, Ireland and across sub-Saharan Africa, the company's UK facility in Fareham is the European Maintenance Centre Hub (EMCH) for the Safran Helicopter Engines group, performing level 1 to 3 maintenance/repairs on Arriel, Arrius, Makila and RTM322 engines either onsite or at our customers' facilities. Alongside the EMCH and with a broad customer base in both the fixed wing and rotary wing markets, Safran's experienced team of technical and support staff are also committed to delivering excellence in the Manufacturing, Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul of complex products such as air starters, air producers, auxiliary power units and oil pumps. We are very focused on delivering these products and services to meet all our customer requirements with particular attention to turnaround time performance. Working within a manufacturing environment, the New Production Planning Apprentice will support the facilitation of the output plan whilst working alongside a team of three Production Planners. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop a broad understanding of production planning within a global aerospace organisation whilst studying towards a Level 3 Business Administration apprenticeship with PETA Training. Throughout the 15-month programme, you will learn the principles of business goals, Sales & Operational Planning (S&OP), Rough Cut Capacity Planning, Master Production Scheduling and Material Resource Planning. You will gain exposure to how Planning interacts with both internal and external customers to ensure successful delivery of the production plan. This role offers hands-on experience within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, providing the foundations for a long-term career within Supply Chain and Production Planning. Responsibilities

• Support the Planning team in facilitating and maintaining the production output plan.
• Learn and apply the principles of Sales & Operational Planning (S&OP).
• Gain experience in Rough Cut Capacity Planning, Master Production Scheduling and Material Resource Planning.
• Act as a main point of contact for a Safran customer.
• Attend internal and external meetings with key stakeholders.
• Produce and maintain production job packs.
• Update and administer changes to the production plan.
• Work closely with internal teams to support delivery against customer requirements.
• Develop an understanding of business objectives and production planning processes.
• Build effective relationships with internal and external customers to support delivery of the plan.
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• Methodical approach to work.
• Good communication skills.
• Reliable and adaptable in a fast-changing environment.
Desirable:
• GCSE English and Maths Grade 4-9 (A-C) or equivalent.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritise workload effectively.
  
  Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), 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. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.
Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking. Safran Helicopter Engines is the world leader in helicopter engines and the only manufacturer exclusively specialized in this market. Operating worldwide, the company employs 6,100 people, serves more than 2,500 customers across 155 countries, and has over 21,500 engines in service., Safran - Here, we craft excellence together. At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision.

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:
• Competitive salary
• Up to 5% annual bonus
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with extra days at key service milestones (5, 10, 20, 30, 40 years)
• Flexitime with the chance to finish early on Fridays (role dependent)
• Hybrid working: three days on-site, two from home (role dependent)
• Onsite amenities: free parking, canteen with subsidised lunch, barista coffee, bike storage, and showers
• 7% company pension contribution from day one
• Health Cash Plan after probation
• Enhanced family friendly benefits (maternity, paternity), and employee assistance programme
• Share purchase scheme after three months' service
• We support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities.