At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and drive Continuous Improvement strategies across the business for operational excellence.
- Company: Join Safran, a global leader in aerospace and defence with a commitment to innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible benefits, competitive salary, early finishes on Fridays, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team that values collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Shape the future of aerospace while making a real impact in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Lean Sigma Black Belt certified with experience in leading transformation and high-performing teams.
The predicted salary is between 66150 - 80850 £ per year.
Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace, space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated 31.3 billion in revenue in 2025.
Safran Landing Systems is the world leader in landing gear, wheels & brakes, and associated systems for civil and military aircraft and helicopters. We master the entire lifecycle of our products, from design and manufacturing through to maintenance.
Your Role: The Head of Continuous Improvement is a critical role within the Safran Landing Systems OEM site where you will design, lead and drive the Continuous Improvement strategy across the business. You will work across all functions of the site to shape organisational change, improve operational performance, and deliver sustainable business transformation. You will champion Lean Six Sigma methodologies, QRQC, and operational excellence initiatives to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and value creation throughout the business.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead site-wide Continuous Improvement & transformation programmes, communicating the strategic vision at all levels
- Engage, coach and influence the Senior Leadership Team on QRQC and CI best practice to identify & drive key projects to improve efficiency and effectiveness
- Lead Kaizen events, workshops, business recovery planning activities, and complex problem-solving initiatives
- Develop and standardise CI frameworks, processes, tools, and benchmarks
- Build capability across the organisation through Lean Six Sigma coaching and mentoring
- Monitoring and reporting project performance, milestones, risks, and benefits realisation
- Creating cross-functional engagement frameworks that drive collaboration and continuous improvement
What You’ll Bring:
- Lean Sigma Black Belt certified (essential)
- Demonstrable experience leading implementation / organisational transformation through a line role, quality, or continuous improvement environment
- Proven track record of leading and developing multi-function high performing teams at Senior Management level
- Experience in managing large, complex projects successfully
Desirable:
- Ideally, experienced in complex engineering and manufacturing environment, including within relevant business sectors; Engineering/Manufacturing/Utilities
At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone.
Head of Performance Management in Gloucester employer: Safran Group
At Safran, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of aerospace innovation. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through extensive training opportunities and a culture that champions diversity and collaboration. With generous benefits including 33 days of holiday, a leading pension scheme, and a focus on sustainability, working at our Llantarnam Industrial Park location means being part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to excellence and making a meaningful impact in the industry.
