Capability Manager

Capability Manager - HTRC page is loaded## Capability Manager - HTRClocations: Ansty (UK-AA)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR ## **Job Description****Chief of Manufacturing Technology – HTRC (High Temperature Research Centre)****Onsite****Ansty**Rolls-Royce is one of the most enduring and iconic brands in the world and has been at the forefront of innovation for over a century. We design, build and service systems that provide critical power to customers where safety and reliability are paramount.We are proud to be a force for progress, powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.We want to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that has shaped our history continues into our future and we need people like you to come and join us on this journey.We’ll provide an environment of caring and belonging where you can be yourself. An inclusive, innovative culture that invests in you, gives you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a difference.**What we offer**We offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts.**The High Temperature Research Centre (HTRC)**The High Temperature Research Centre (HTRC) is a joint collaboration between Rolls-Royce & the University of Birmingham to deliver high quality product & process innovation using its advanced investment casting capability. The facility, which is based in Ansty near Coventry has 5,800 sqm facility with c. 100 staff.**What you will be doing*** Put Safety First. Ensure effective implementation of HTRC (High-temperature Research Centre) HSE policy. Accountable for site-based Rolls-Royce staff & for driving plans to zero harm. Understand process risks & develop mitigations as part of a robust product safety strategy. Promote a safety-first culture in the organisation* Leadership and Resourcing. As a member of the HTRC leadership team, ensure appropriate professional development of all employees based at the HTRC. Ensure appropriate resourcing and capability levels to support all programmes and other business demands, now and in the future* Delivery. Develop & deliver new technology, capability & demonstrator hardware in line with HTRC programmes and financial performance commitments* Future Strategy. Lead development of the future strategy for the HTRC to meet current & future requirements & ensure robust plans are in place to execute the strategy in the required timescales. Identify and develop new opportunities to enhance high-temperature capability for Rolls-Royce* Influence and Collaboration. Maintain & develop positive and collaborative relationships with a full range of internal and external partners and stakeholders. Represent the company as required in external engagements**Who we’re looking for:**At Rolls-Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviours that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.* You are a role model for RR behaviours of Put Safety First, Do the Right Thing, Keep it Simple and Make a Difference* You have a breadth of leadership experience, particularly with large and/or complex/diverse teams* You have senior manufacturing/operational and, ideally, programme management experience in complex, engineering organisations. Experience in investment casting is desirable.* You have a track record of delivery of operational and strategic objectives in an environment with interfaces across multiple stakeholders* Proven ability to manage and influence internal and external stakeholders at all levels* Experience of the development and delivery, from vision to reality, of business strategies* Background of working with academic institutions is desirableWe are an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures give us different perspectives which are crucial to innovation and problem solving. We believe the more diverse perspectives we have, the more successful we’ll be. By building a culture of caring and belonging, we give everyone who works here the opportunity to realise their full potential.You can learn more about our global Inclusion strategy atTo work for the Rolls-Royce Submarines business an individual has to hold a Security Check clearance. Rolls-Royce will support the application for Security Clearance if you do not currently already have this in place. Due to the nature of work the business conducts and the protection of certain assets we can only progress applications from individuals who are a UK national or, in MoD approved cases, a dual national.As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.## ## **Job Category**Manufacturing Engineering## **Posting Date**24 Apr 2026; 00:04## **Posting End Date**09 May 2026<br>#J-18808-Ljbffr Salary: GBP 60000 - 80000 per year

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