Overview

Head of Inspection and Repair Services (IMRS) - Submarines. Full time - Hybrid. Derby (Sinfin IMRS).

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Rolls-Royce Submarines Services Delivery Business Unit to lead the Inspection Maintenance & Repair Services (IMRS) organisation. This is a critical capability which supports the UK Royal Navy by deploying engineering capabilities to inspect and repair Nuclear Steam Raising Plant components.

What You Will Be Doing

As a Senior Manager you will have people management responsibilities for a multi-disciplinary team of managers, as well as direct responsibility and accountability for delivering the IMRS outputs of the team.

Key Accountabilities Include

• Leading a team of multi-disciplinary engineers to deliver NDE solutions including systems, mechanical and electrical design
• Being a point of contact for programme areas regarding project progress updates, technical discussion, and problem resolution
• Managing resources and tasks to deliver a detailed programme while maintaining cost and scope
• Accountable for NDE research and developments in advanced technology insertion into tools and techniques

Who We’re Looking For

Being a part of Rolls-Royce, you’ll know we put safety first and act with integrity. This role suits a highly skilled Engineer with experience on cradle-to-grave design projects for bespoke NDE processes, techniques and equipment.

• Degree level education in an engineering discipline or equivalent experience
• Driven with planning, risk management and requirements capture and management
• Design and development experience, preferably bespoke NDE equipment and related technical documentation
• Strong understanding of engineering principles, including design for assembly and maintenance and health and safety
• Excellent knowledge of NDE solutions, products, systems, their functionality and applications

What We Offer

We offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits including bonus and employee support.

Hybrid working is available; as a minimum, attendance at the workplace for collaboration and other reasons will be required as per business needs. Rolls-Royce provides an inclusive culture and opportunities to grow your career.

Requirements and Additional Information

Security Check clearance is required to work for the Rolls-Royce Submarines business. Rolls-Royce will support the application for Security Clearance if you do not currently have it. This role is restricted to UK nationals or, in MoD approved cases, dual nationals.

Grade: Band B Manager

Closing date: 16 October 2025

For further information: Alison Connaughton – alison.connaughton@Rolls-Royce.com

Job Category: Engineering for Services

Posting Date: 02 Oct 2025; 00:10

Posting End Date: 16 Oct 2025