At a Glance
- Tasks: Support logistics operations by moving and managing engines and tooling efficiently.
- Company: Join Rolls-Royce, a leader in innovation and progress.
- Benefits: Flexible benefits, generous leave, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace valuing diverse perspectives and offering career advancement.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that powers the future with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: FLT licence, strong teamwork, and excellent organisational skills required.
The predicted salary is between 26100 - 31900 £ per year.
We have an excellent opportunity for a Physical Logistics Operator to join the team on a Permanent full-time basis in Derby.
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.
Position summary: This role will provide operational and logistics support to the Operations team, ensuring engines, modules, tooling and associated equipment are safely and efficiently moved, stored and prepared throughout the engine service process. The role will involve supporting day-to-day workshop activities, including logistics coordination, tooling management, engine movement, loading/unloading and preservation activities.
What you will be doing:
- Logistics support; including receipt and despatch of engines, modules and tooling, and moving engines between the EOS shop and Test Beds.
- Management of on-site tooling storage, including kitting sets of tooling prior to engine induction and providing a supply of any tools that are required ad-hoc throughout strip, repair and build.
- Coordination and completion of logistics related tasks to support in-shop engine services, including engine and non-module wash.
- General assistance to the Operations team to enable engine tasks to be completed efficiently including participation in loading/unloading, movement and bagging of engines including preservation checks.
Who we're looking for: We are looking for an experienced logistics operator with strong teamworking and communication skills. To be successful in this role you will also have:
- A Valid Forklift Truck (FLT) licence and experience operating lifting equipment.
- Strong teamworking and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across Operations and Engineering teams.
- Highly organised and reliable, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks in a busy operational environment.
- Good logistics and material-handling skills, including loading/unloading, movement and storage of engines, modules and tooling.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to health, safety and quality, with the ability to follow processes and procedures.
Regional Benefits: Our People are our power, so when you join Rolls-Royce you are offered more than a salary. You are given a choice of flexible benefits from life insurance to gym discounts and tax-free cycling.
- 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!
- 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: 1st September 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.
Physical Logistics in Derby employer: Rolls Royce
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