Job Description

Job Title: Production Leader – Defence Operations Bristol

Work Pattern: Full time

Location: Bristol - 5 days a week on site

Grade: Management level C
 

Why Rolls-Royce?

A fantastic opportunity to join the Defence Operations Team as a Production Leader has become available. If you enjoy working in an energetic, busy and delivery focussed environment then this is the role for you. The business is responsible for the delivery of all new production (OE) engines and modules to various customers around the world.

You will report to the Manufacturing Manager and be responsible for leading all aspects of Operations activity within your area of responsibility, with full accountability for ensuring that agreed current and future customer quality, cost, delivery and responsiveness requirements are met in full. 

Accountabilities:

Deliver all Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery and People targets for your particular Value StreamEnsure compliance with Company and legislative Health, Safety and Environment policiesCarry out short/medium/long term load and capacity planning for your Value StreamSet, 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 engagementDrive improvements through the business which deliver improved business results and customer satisfaction

Who we’re looking for

Being a part of Rolls-Royce you’ll know we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference.  These principles form our behaviours. They are an essential component of our assessment process and are fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.

Key Skills/Qualifications:

Previous experience of leading and managing teams (circa 20) within an Operations Environment is essential.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.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures give us different perspectives which are crucial to innovation and problem solving. We believe the more diverse perspectives we have, the more successful we’ll be. By building a culture of caring and belonging, we give everyone who works here the opportunity to realise their full potential.

You can learn more about our global Inclusion strategy at Our people | Rolls-Royce

Job Category

Manufacturing

Posting Date

07 Jul 2025; 00:07

Posting End Date

13 Jul 2025