Programme Manager

At Rolls-Royce, we pioneer the power that matters to our customers, to society and to the planet, delivering the best jet engines in the world. Through intelligent innovation and active collaboration, we put our customers at the forefront of the aviation industry. Our product portfolio powers more than 35 types of commercial aircraft, with over 13,000 engines in service around the world.

An exciting opportunity currently exists to join the Civil Aerospace Aftermarket Operations team based in Derby. The Lean Repair Factory leads all aspects of the component repair for the Trent family of engines. Reporting to the Programme Executive - Lean Repair Factory, this role will work closely with Repair Engineering, Purchasing, P&C and Engine teams, as well as our global repair supplier network to execute projects that deliver a lower shop visit cost.

The projects this role will be accountable for will deliver in excess of £150m of incremental cash improvements over the coming 5 years and will play a leading part in delivering a world-class MRO network. Some domestic and international travel is likely to be required.

As Programme Manager, your key accountabilities are:

• Lead cross-functional teams (including direct reports) to set up and deliver a suite of projects that have a variety of outcomes, from implementation of complex repair capabilities through to establishing new and novel operating models within our used material management organisation.
• Stakeholder management with our engine programme customers.
• Maintain and report Parts and Repair Strategic Projects progress within Aftermarket Operations with stakeholders external to the business.
• Understand customer needs and oversee requirements management, programme configuration and project scoping processes.
• Ensure in-year and total term benefits are captured, progress communicated and ultimately the benefits delivered.

As the Programme Manager, you will have / be:

• Experience in the application of project management processes and techniques.
• Previous experience of successfully delivering projects and leading teams.
• Formal project management qualification is desirable (APM PMQ or equivalent).
• Trained in RR project management systems, P6 experience is desirable.
• Qualified to degree level or equivalent.

Please be aware that priority will be given to employees identified as being at high risk. The professional level and the salary of the position will be dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate. Please ensure that you inform your current manager of your application for this role. Applicants must have been in their substantive position for at least eighteen months and any exceptions must be agreed by the releasing manager.

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