Rolls-Royce
Manufacturing Services Leader
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Job Description
Manufacturing Services Leader
Location
Derby
Shifts
Double days
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.
We currently have an excellent opportunity to join the PCF (Precision Casting Facility) team as the Manufacturing Services Leader.
The PCF completes complex casting, chemical processing, inspection and finishing processes for aerospace grade components for use on OE and aftermarket engines.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Manufacturing Services Leader you will:
- Implement the Company Health, Safety and Environment policy in all aspects of Manufacturing Services, understanding and deploying all legislative requirements and control standards through effective communication, processes and actions that support safe and compliant workplaces and equipment
- Use in-depth knowledge to support development and delivery of functional strategy and drive process improvement
- Provide technical coaching, leadership and direction to teams within Manufacturing Services
- Collaborate widely within Manufacturing Services and across other functions to deliver business objectives
- Solve complex problems and influence the way others solve problems in their specialism; using advanced analytical thought to exercise judgement and identify innovative solutions.
- Impact the achievement of customer, operational, project or service objectives within and outside their own team; work is guided by the policies of their business and/or function.
- Communicate difficult concepts and influence others including internal and external stakeholders and customers/suppliers to achieve required outcomes.
- Investigate and work with communities of practice to identify and build upon current good practice to design, develop and implement processes to ensure a standard approach to Manufacturing Services activity.
- Understand the IT systems we use to drive our management and leadership activity. Competent in the use of the tools to manage manufacturing services performance. Communicates to the team using Digital tools, and able to communicate digital strategy and use of innovative technology.
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Preferred Requirements
- Demonstrated leadership whilst embracing behaviours that inspire team working and simplicity
- Good working knowledge/expertise in Manufacturing Service technical competence(s)
- Proven track record delivering business results.
- Takes responsibility for own development with particular focus on leadership skills with attendance of leadership development programmes.
- Led transformation projects and familiar with continuous improvement methodologies such as six sigma and lean (Green and/or Black belt desirable but not mandatory).
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Benefits Will Include
- 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!
- Digital GP provides a convenient way for you to access GP consultations
- Employee Assistance (EAP) and Live Well programmes
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.
Closing date
23rd August 2026
As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.
Job Category
Manufacturing Services
Posting Date
05 Aug 2026; 00:08
Posting End Date
23 Aug 2026
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