Production Planning Apprentice
Vacancy details
General information
Entity
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.
Reference
2026-186515
Position description
Domain
Production
Job field / Job profile
Supply chain – Scheduler
Job title
Production Planning Apprentice
Employment type
Apprenticeship
Contract length
15 months
Professional category
Employees / Staff
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
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.
Supporting both theCivil and Military marketsin the UK, Ireland and across sub-Saharan Africa, the company’s UK facility in Fareham is theEuropean 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 todelivering excellence in the Manufacturing, Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul of complex productssuch as air starters, air producers, auxiliary power units and oil pumps. We are very focused on delivering these products and services tomeet all our customer requirementswith particular attention toturnaround 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.
But what else? (benefits, specificities, etc.)
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.
Candidate skills & requirements
What You’ll Bring:
Essential:
- 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.
We know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don’t meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert. We encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the hiring process that may better facilitate your participation.
We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger. We know that a fulfilling work environment is a key driver for innovative ideas and team success.
Get involved:
We also have a number of groups and forums across our sites that you can get involved with, including Women at Safran, Diversity at Safran, Sports Clubs, STEM ambassadors, Employee Forum, Charity Partnerships and Wellbeing Programs.
Position location
Job location
Europe, UK, England, South East
City (-ies)
Segensworth North Fareham Hampshire
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