VP Repair Operations

Rolls-Royce plc; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Annual Leave

Group Life Assurance

Matched Shares Plan

Income Protection

Job summary

Rolls-Royce plc in Derby seeks an experienced VP Repair Operations to lead the global repair network for Civil Aerospace, driving safety, efficiency and excellence across suppliers and joint ventures. This hybrid role combines on-site leadership with strategic oversight to meet fleet demand and optimise throughput.

You will steer performance, capacity planning and continuous improvement initiatives, partnering with Engineering, Supply Chain and Repair Commodity teams to achieve aftermarket

Qualifications

• Significant executive leadership experience within Aerospace MRO, Manufacturing or Industrial Operations.
• Proven experience leading large-scale operational organisations.
• Track record in productivity, quality and cost improvement programmes.
• Experience managing global operations with dispersed teams.
• Lean transformation and operational excellence.
• Experience managing complex supplier/partner relationships.
• Strong understanding of aerospace repair and industrial operations.
• Civil Aerospace MRO experience.
• Experience leading global repair networks.
• Knowledge of digital manufacturing and Industry 4.0 technologies.
• Experience with joint ventures and strategic partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Lead the global repair operations organisation to deliver safe, compliant and efficient repair execution across the network.
• Drive end-to-end performance improvements: TAT, OTD, throughput, WIP and capacity utilisation.
• Optimise workforce deployment, repair flow and facility utilisation across sites and suppliers.
• Accelerate repair cycle times and improve material movement and workflow management.
• Maintain strong relationships with repair suppliers and joint venture partners; drive improvement plans.
• Ensure safety, regulatory compliance and high quality in all repair operations.
• Champion Lean and digital transformation to boost cost, quality and delivery outcomes.

Skills

Executive Leadership

Global Operations

Lean Transformation

Aerospace MRO

Supplier Relationships

Job description

Job Description VP Repair Operations Full Time/ Hybrid (3 days per week on site) Derby (global role)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an VP Repair Operations to join the Aftermarket Team in Derby. The Vice President, Repair Operations is accountable for the operational performance, delivery, and continuous improvement of the Rolls-Royce Civil Aerospace global repair network. The role is responsible for ensuring safe, compliant and efficient repair execution across supplier and joint ventures delivering industry-leading turnaround times, quality, productivity and customer service performance. The position plays a pivotal role in maintaining engine availability, maximising repair throughput, reducing work-in-progress, improving asset utilisation and ensuring repair operations can support current and future fleet demands. The VP Repair Operations serves as the operational leader for the global repair network, driving performance, capability deployment and delivery execution whilst partnering with Engineering, Supply Chain, Programmes and Repair Commodity teams to achieve Civil Aerospace aftermarket objectives.

What you will be doing:

• Global Repair Operations Leadership Lead the global repair operations organisation to deliver safe, compliant and efficient repair execution. Drive consistent operational standards across all repair facilities and repair providers. Provide visible executive leadership across the global repair network.
• Operational Performance & Delivery Own end-to-end repair operations performance across the global repair network. Drive improvements in Turnaround Time (TAT), On-Time Delivery (OTD), Repair throughput, Repair yield, Work In Progress (WIP), Capacity utilisation, Labour productivity, Cost per repair, Quality performance Conduct regular performance reviews with internal teams and external repair partners.
• Capability & Capacity Planning Optimise workforce deployment, repair flow and facility utilisation across the repair network. Balance demand and loading between repair sites and suppliers. Lead short and medium-term capacity planning activities.
• Repair Flow & Turnaround Performance Drive end-to-end repair flow effectiveness and improve material movement and workflow management. Lead initiatives to accelerate repair cycle times. Drive improvements in component and module turnaround performance.
• Supplier & Joint Venture Operations Lead operational relationships with repair suppliers and joint venture partners. Drive supplier operational improvement plans. Collaborate with Procurement and Repair Commodity teams on supplier development activities.
• Quality, Safety & Compliance Ensure Repair Operations maintain the highest standards of safety, regulatory compliance and quality. Drive reduction of quality escapes, rework and operational defects. Ensure compliance with all applicable aviation and regulatory requirements.
• Continuous Improvement & Lean Transformation Champion Lean and continuous improvement throughout repair operations. Leverage digital technologies, automation and analytics to improve operational performance. Deliver measurable improvements in cost, quality, delivery and customer outcomes.

Preferred requirements:

• Significant executive leadership experience within Aerospace MRO, Manufacturing, Repair Operations or Industrial Operations.
• Proven experience leading large-scale operational organisations.
• Strong track record of delivering productivity, quality and cost improvement programmes.
• Experience managing global operations and geographically dispersed teams.
• Demonstrated success in Lean transformation and operational excellence.
• Experience managing complex supplier and partner relationships.
• Strong understanding of aerospace repair and industrial operations.
• Civil Aerospace MRO experience.
• Experience leading global repair networks.
• Knowledge of digital manufacturing and Industry 4.0 technologies.
• Experience working with joint ventures and strategic partners.

Why join Rolls-Royce?

At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere. By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture.

Regional benefits:

• Generous Annual Leave
• Retirement Savings through the Rolls-Royce Retirement Savings Trust Group Life Assurance provides for a lump sum benefit if you die whilst employed by Rolls-Royce Group Income Protection provides an income in the event that you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Your Shares: Matched is a simple way to own Rolls-Royce shares and invest in our future, together. Buy one share, get one free!

Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.

Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.

Please be aware that the priority will be given to employees identified as being at high risk.

The professional level and salary of the position will be dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate but is anticipated to be Level B. This job is advertised at the grades shown, and this is the desired operating level for this role. We encourage applications from candidates with relevant experience from any grade. It is advised that you inform your current manager of your application for this role.

Closing date: Midnight 12th November 2026

Job Category Service Management Posting Date 04 Nov 2026; 00:11 Posting End Date 12 Nov 2026 Rolls-Royce pioneers cutting-edge technologies that deliver the cleanest, safest and most competitive solutions to our planet’s vital power needs.