Head of Logistics Operations
Location: Flexible (Warrington, Derby or Manchester with hybrid working)
Salary: £85,600 – £113,800 + £8,500 allowance + 20% bonus + 15% LTIP
Our mission is to deliver clean, affordable energy for all. Rolls-Royce SMR provides a British solution to a global energy challenge, leading the way in Small Modular Reactor technology and shaping the UK’s premier green export opportunity.
Our Operations & Supply Chain function plays a critical role in delivering our first-of-a-kind SMR and future global fleet. Logistics is central to this, ensuring the safe, efficient and predictable movement of materials across factories, construction sites and customer locations worldwide.
In this context, we’re looking for a Head of Logistics Operations to lead the strategic delivery and integration of global logistics operations across our programme. You’ll work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Construction and Programme teams to ensure logistics is fully aligned and enabling delivery at scale.
Reporting into the Head of Logistics, you’ll play a key role in shaping our global logistics capability, driving operational excellence and ensuring a resilient, high-performing logistics model.
We’ll need you to:
Lead global logistics operations across factories, customer sites and construction environments.
Develop and implement integrated logistics strategies aligned to programme delivery, cost and quality requirements.
Oversee multimodal transport and freight planning, including heavy and abnormal load solutions.
Build and manage a high-performing global 3PL/4PL partner ecosystem.
Drive operational performance through KPIs covering cost, OTIF delivery, HSE and environmental metrics.
Ensure effective integration of logistics with engineering, manufacturing and commissioning activities.
Lead material flow, aftermarket logistics and asset traceability across the programme.
Develop and lead a multi-region logistics operations team.
Drive continuous improvement, resilience and innovation across global operations.
You’ll bring:
Significant experience leading global logistics operations in complex, multi-site environments.
Strong expertise in multimodal transport, freight strategy and logistics execution.
Proven ability to integrate logistics across engineering, manufacturing and site operations.
Experience managing strategic logistics partners and large-scale supplier ecosystems.
Strong commercial acumen with experience managing large operational budgets.
Knowledge of HSE, regulatory and environmental requirements.
Experience in complex, regulated industries such as energy, nuclear, infrastructure, aerospace or defence.
Strong leadership and stakeholder management capability.
Location & Ways of Working
This role can be based from our Derby, Manchester or Warrington offices, with hybrid working and regular engagement across our sites and partners.
What’s in It for You
We anticipate paying a salary of between £85,600 - £113,800 DOE plus:
Bonus – Performance related target opportunity 20%
Long-term incentive – Performance related LTIP target 15%
Benefits Allowance – £8,500 per annum, enabling you to create a bespoke package
Pension – 12% employer and 6% employee contributions
Holidays – 28 days holiday (+ public holidays) and the ability to buy or sell up to 4 days
Private Medical Insurance – Company-funded single cover, with option to add dependants
Life Assurance – 6x pensionable pay
Income Protection – 50% of base salary (subject to scheme rules)
£250 – One-off payment for new starters for home office purchases
You’ll be joining a rapidly growing organisation at a critical stage of its development, offering excellent opportunities for learning, professional development, and long-term career progression within a purpose-driven and innovative environment.
Pay Range:
£85,600.00-
£112,350.00
Why Join Us?
You’ll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer:
• A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment.
• Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business.
• A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive, and continually improving recruitment practices that ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you.
Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch – we welcome applications from people with transferable skills.
Our Application Process
Due to the safety regulations within the nuclear industry, applicants will be required to participate in additional screening. These are:
• Obtaining Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance
• Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
• Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check
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