Production Leader

Job DescriptionProduction Leader – Defence Operations Bristol - Full timeManagement Level CWhy 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.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 OE and MRO engines and modules to various customers around the world.You will report to the Head of Manufacturing 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. What you will be doing: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 satisfactionPosition qualifications:Experience of leading and managing teams (circa 20) within an Operations Environment would be beneficialResults oriented with a proven delivery track record within a demanding environmentEffective communication and people leadership skills with the ability to drive, engage and motivate othersExperience of delivering against financial targets and working within a budgetary frameworkEvidence of delivering improved SQCDP performance in both favourable and unfavourable conditionsPassion 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 representationOur 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 - 17th AugustAs 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 CategoryManufacturingPosting Date29 Jul 2026; 00:07Posting End Date16 Aug 2026SummaryLocation: BristolType: Full time