Job DescriptionDigital Manufacturing Operations ManagerDerby - Hybrid (3 days a week onsite) 37 hours per week An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Central ET&S (Engineering, Technology and Safety) Digital Manufacturing team for a Digital Manufacturing Operations Manager.The ET&S Digital team is a delivery-focused group responsible for supporting, developing, and leading the deployment of digital solutions across the organisation.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.Key AccountabilitiesThe ET&S Digital team is a delivery-focused group responsible for supporting, developing, and leading the deployment of digital solutions across the organisation.In this role, you will lead and develop a team of Digital Manufacturing Engineers operating across multiple manufacturing and assembly facilities, supporting major programmes both internally and within the external supply chain. You will also play a key role in the execution of the Group Digital & IT Strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and delivering measurable outcomes.We are seeking candidates with strong experience in Digital Manufacturing, proven capability in programme leadership, and a successful track record of driving strategy and delivering results.Leading and developing a team of Digital Manufacturing Engineers across multiple manufacturing and assembly sites, supporting both internal operations and external supply chains.Ensuring all major programmes and projects incorporate appropriate Digital Manufacturing content and adhere to DMIP governance standards.Acting as the primary interface with business Digital Manufacturing Managers to support programme deployment and delivery.Collaborating with cross-functional teams including Group IT, Operations, PMO, and Finance to ensure alignment and effective delivery of digital initiatives.Championing the value and benefits of Digital Manufacturing across wider business functions to drive engagement and adoption.Supporting the development of critical Digital Manufacturing skills and digital awareness throughout the organisation at all levels.Managing relationships and communications with stakeholders at all levels of the business.Partnering with Digital Manufacturing Specialists to define, develop, and implement digital strategies and roadmaps.Who we are looking for:Qualifications:Degree or HNC/D in a relevant engineering discipline, or equivalent significant experience.Essential Skills & Experience:Strong knowledge of Digital Manufacturing implementation processes and best practices.Demonstrated ability to influence working practices and drive cultural and operational change.Proven experience managing multiple workstreams and balancing priorities across complex stakeholder groups.Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills across all organisational levels.Experience in leading change initiatives, ideally within operational or manufacturing environments.Demonstrated experience in training, mentoring, and coaching others to develop capability and embed new ways of working.What we offer:Competitive SalaryAnnual bonus up to 10% + Long Term Incentive plan 5%6x Annual Salary Life AssuranceHealth and Wellbeing initiativesFamily Friendly policies25 days annual leave + BHs + Additional gifted days throughout the yearOur 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.Job CategoryManufacturing EngineeringPosting Date24 Oct 2025; 00:10Posting End Date23 Oct 2025PandoLogic. Keywords: Operations Manager, Location: Derby, ENG - DE23 8NX