Job Title
Innovation Manager
Location
Rosyth, Fife + Hybrid Working Arrangements
Compensation
£56,570 - £66,229 + Benefits
Role Type
Full time / Permanent
Role ID
SF74564
Overview
Shape the Future of Engineering Innovation. At Babcock we’re working to create a safe and secure world, together. As an Innovation Manager at our Rosyth site, you will play a pivotal role in driving transformation across our Marine sector, leading meaningful change, championing new ways of working, and delivering measurable improvements across complex engineering and operational environments.
The Role
Day‑to‑day responsibilities include leading and delivering improvement projects aligned to departmental and business goals, analysing operational performance to identify and implement improvement initiatives, collaborating cross‑functionally to drive innovation and share best practice, supporting stakeholders with change initiatives, tools and methodologies, and ensuring accurate reporting, planning, and maintenance of system records.
Essential Experience
- Proven experience in management roles, including leading change programmes.
- Strong track record of delivering business improvement through leadership and vision.
- Experience working within regulated environments where transformation and value delivery are critical.
- Effective collaboration across multiple functions and stakeholder groups.
Qualifications
- Degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
- Project Management qualification such as Association for Project Management Project Management Qualification.
- Lean or Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
- Change Management Foundation or equivalent.
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or advanced continuous improvement experience would be advantageous.
Security Clearance
Successful candidates must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance. National security clearance and Trade Control restrictions may affect eligibility.
Benefits
- Generous holiday allowance.
- Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance.
- Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+.
- Employee shopping savings portal.
- Payment of Professional Fees.
- Reservists in the armed forces receive 10‑day special paid leave.
- Holiday Trading allows employees to buy additional leave or sell up to one working week of annual leave.
- 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day’s paid leave a year to volunteer with their chosen organisation or registered charity.
Inclusion
We are a disability‑confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email careers@babcockinternational.com with “Reasonable adjustments requirement” as the subject.
Closing Date
09/07/2026
Innovation Manager in Rosyth employer: Babcock International Group
Babcock International Group is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration in the automotive sector. With a focus on employee growth, you will have access to professional development opportunities and a supportive environment in Walsall, where your contributions directly impact project success. Enjoy competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, and comprehensive health benefits that reflect our commitment to employee well-being.
Contact Details:
Babcock International Group Recruitment Team
