Manufacturing Operator

Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services.

Manufacturing Operator  – (R0261887)

Location – Templecombe

Hours - 4 day week Monday-Thursday / 37 hours per week

At Thales Underwater Systems our purpose is to be the leading provider of underwater sensors and decision superiority, helping navies across the world keep our friends, families and all of us safe. We cover four sectors: Mine Counter Measures, Anti-Submarine warfare, Services and Future Capabilities.

Our Opportunity:

As a Manufacturing Operator at Thales, you’ll play an important role within a supportive and collaborative manufacturing team at our Templecombe site. Here, we’re proud to design and build world‑leading, products and technologies that make a real difference.

This role is ideal if you already have some experience in a similar environment and are looking to grow your skills, build confidence, and develop a long‑term career with an organisation that values learning, teamwork and personal development. You’ll be encouraged, supported and given the opportunity to thrive with a recognised leader in its field.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

As part of our manufacturing team, you’ll contribute to the build of high‑quality electrical assemblies, working carefully and collaboratively in line with engineering drawings and documentation.

• Assemble electrical products to agreed quality standards and delivery timelines

• Raise and discuss any process blockers or challenges with your Team Leader

• Actively support a safe working environment by highlighting health and safety concerns

• Maintain organised, clean work areas in line with 5S standards

• Identify, record and escalate any quality non‑conformances to support continuous improvement

About you:

You may already have some experience in manufacturing or assembly, or be looking to take the next step in developing your skills within a supportive environment. You’re comfortable working independently when needed, while valuing teamwork and shared success.

• Clear and confident communication skills

• Enjoy working as part of a collaborative team

• Able to understand and follow build packs, drawings and wiring diagrams

• Comfortable following processes and instructions with care and attention to detail

Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions.  This role requires you to be a UK National and achieve Security Clearance (SC) without any caveats. It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment.  If approved by the MOD, a dual national from a non-ITAR country may be considered.

To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years.  In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years’ residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks.

Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels.

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At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. Read more about our benefits here.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here.

If this role isn’t quite right for you, we encourage you to join our talent community where your details will be shared with our recruitment teams for other potential opportunities. Join the Talent Community here.

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