Morson is delighted to be working in partnership with a market leading Aerospace & Defence organisation to recruit an Operational Excellence Lead for an initial 12 Month contract. There is a rate of £65 PAYE per hour or £87.83 Umbrella per hour on offer for the successful candidate. There would be a hybrid working arrangement on offer with circa 2-3 days a week onsite in either Filton or Frimley however there is some flexibility. Please find the job spec. below: The role holder: An Operational Excellence (OpEx) Lead role is held by someone who has a substantial background and exposure to management and deployment of OpEx in manufacturing and large programme environments. They demonstrate the ability to build, lead, engage and drive a small team, while earning and maintaining respect and trust. They demonstrate absolute accountability for their core duties and act as a key member of the Operational Excellence leadership. They are aware in terms of understanding the importance of blending strategic direction and tactical response activities. Core Duties Regularly and consistently advocating and driving Operational Excellence principles through their leadership and work activities. Understanding the expectations of the External Customer group in terms of business operational and improvement performance, across Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery and People (SQCDP) metrics. Deploy their skills, knowledge and experience. Contributing to the strategic roadmap for true Operational Excellence deployment in the mid to long term, building awareness of it with all relevant stakeholders. Flowing down strategic objectives, ensuring they are appropriately owned and assured within the team. Leading elements of the strategy by linking activities for maximum benefit. Working with and reviewing company Key Performance Indicators (KPI's), to identify priority improvement areas and measure improvements. Identifying and proceduralising the routine review of sources of 'demand' for OpEx support across SQCDP, including reviewing alignment to the OpEx strategy and identity. Assuring that the OpEx programme of activities and projects is delivered and governed. Contributing to the definition of the programme to ensure it is made up of strategically aligned and tactical response projects, as defined by prevailing priorities. Responsible for successful delivery of projects. Building and managing effective project plans. Develop and deploy sustainable coaching and mentoring. Skills, knowledge and experience: Has demonstrated leadership prowess and potential with staff level team members. Has also shown the ability to work through influence and effective facilitation at all levels. Understands, builds and maintains Employee Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion in teams, assuring people are able to contribute in rewarding and stimulating work environments. Has some level of exposure to the principles of strategy definition and deployment. Has worked substantially in Operational Excellence and/or Continuous Improvement Programmes and initiatives. Has experience of deploying and managing OpEx toolsets and methodologies, in particular Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma. Has significant experience in leading improvement Projects and demonstrates competence in Project Management discipline. Is aware of the principles of Business Case preparation and management, benefit tracking and assurance. Demonsrates Change Management, Stakeholder Management and Communications awareness and leverages these in successful OpEx deployment. Is a confident presenter and facilitator, able to engage and influence a range of audiences. Organise and facilitates Business improvement / CI workshops within Programmes Trains, supports, coaches and mentors LSS GB / BB's Qualifications: STEM based subject or equivalent, or relevant work based experience / good level of education across GCSE A-Level (or equivalent). Expected to hold a degree level qualification or above in a business-related discipline. May hold related qualifications in Leadership, Lean, Six-Sigma, Agile, Project Management etc. Specific qualifications and levels of formal education are secondary to skills, knowledge and experience. Simply hit the 'Apply Now' button for immediate consideration.