Designs and manufactures power and propulsion systems for aerospace, marine, defence and energy sectors.
Key duties include short‑ and medium‑term load and capacity planning for the value stream, creating and maintaining output plans aligned with supply‑chain commitments, and scheduling and prioritising work. The planner must identify and escalate any supply‑chain or capacity risks, report on cost, delivery and headcount performance, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure smooth business operations. Acting as the voice of operations, the role liaises with programmes, procurement and shipping to keep input and output plans aligned.
Rolls‑Royce is seeking a Technical Planner for the Defence Assembly & Test Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) team, based at the Defence Aerospace Operations Facility in Bristol. The role is an on‑site, day‑shift position within an integrated operations team, responsible for planning and delivering critical customer requirements. The successful candidate will need strong customer‑management focus, proven project delivery experience, and the ability to operate in a complex environment.
The ideal candidate demonstrates strong planning and prioritisation skills, high attention to detail and a self‑directed approach to delivering business outcomes. A working knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Office, combined with a willingness to learn new tools, is required. The role demands a team‑player attitude in a fast‑paced environment, strong interpersonal and leadership abilities to build rapport across all organisational levels, and the resilience to adapt to changing circumstances while remaining calm under uncertainty.
Joining Rolls‑Royce means working on world‑class solutions within a culture that values individuality, diverse perspectives, and high‑performance. The company is committed to being a force for progress, powering, protecting and connecting people worldwide, and offers an inclusive, respectful workplace where all backgrounds help drive innovation.