Defence Production Leader - Ops & Delivery Excellence

Rolls-Royce; West of England; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rolls-Royce in Bristol is seeking a Production Leader for Defence Operations. You will report to the Head of Manufacturing and lead all operations activity within your Value Stream to meet quality, cost, delivery and people targets in a busy, delivery-focused environment.

The role emphasizes safety, compliance, load planning, budgeting, and developing the team through coaching, with opportunities to improve performance and customer satisfaction across global customers.

Qualifications

• Experience of leading and managing teams (circa 20) within an Operations Environment would be beneficial
• Results oriented with a proven delivery track record within a demanding environment
• Effective communication and people leadership skills with the ability to drive, engage and motivate others
• Experience of delivering against financial targets and working within a budgetary framework
• Evidence of delivering improved SQCDP performance in both favourable and unfavourable conditions
• Passion for problem-solving, providing solutions, accountability and the ability to focus on the most important priority and deliver with excellence.
• Experience of working in a business with Trade Union representation

Responsibilities

• Deliver all Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery and People targets for your particular Value Stream
• Ensure compliance with Company and legislative Health, Safety and Environment policies
• Carry out short/medium/long term load and capacity planning for your Value Stream
• Set, manage and control the budget for your Value Stream (including, headcount, productivity, overtime, absenteeism)
• Lead and manage employee development and performance though active coaching and engagement
• Drive improvements through the business which deliver improved business results and customer satisfaction

Skills

Team leadership

Budget management

Load planning

Budgeting

Communication

Problem solving

Team coaching

Job description

Rolls-Royce in Bristol is seeking a Production Leader for Defence Operations. You will report to the Head of Manufacturing and lead all operations activity within your Value Stream to meet quality, cost, delivery and people targets in a busy, delivery-focused environment.

The role emphasizes safety, compliance, load planning, budgeting, and developing the team through coaching, with opportunities to improve performance and customer satisfaction across global customers.