Manufacturing Planner

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.

Working hours: 37 hours per week over 4 days (ideally Tuesday to Friday) or 37 hours per week Monday to Friday.

Site based: Due to the nature of the work required, you will need to be site based.

Thales Underwater Systems are seeking a Manufacturing Planner to join the team in Templecombe. You’ll work closely with the Master Planner to support seamless production preparation and delivery, contributing directly to the success of our cutting‑edge underwater systems.

Core Benefits:

On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes;

• Gain share incentive plan

• 4 or 5 day week to suit

• 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)

• 24 hours volunteering paid for

• Healthcare cash plan

• Pension scheme

• Life Assurance cover

• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers

• Gym membership discounts

• You can read about some of our other benefits here: UK benefits | Thales Group

About Thales Under Water Systems (UWS)

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.

Main Responsibilities:

• Contribute to production planning activities, including defining lead times, cost elements, and procurement/production parameters

• Maintain and manage all parts supply through internal systems

• Ensure materials are available on the shop floor to support ongoing production

• Support forecasting and scheduling activities

• Play a key role in enabling efficient, on‑time manufacturing across the business

Ideal Experience & Skills:

• A collaborative mindset and thrives working within a team

• Experience working as a Manufacturing Planner or Industrial Planner within a manufacturing organisation or experience working within the supply chain in a manufacturing organisation.

• Understands and is able to use MRP systems effectively

• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills

• The ability to build strong, effective relationships with suppliers

Security Clearance Requirement: UK Eyes Only:

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.

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