Job Description
Technical Planner
Full Time
Derby
We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, proactive individual to join our On-Wing Services
business as a Technical Planner.
As a Technical Planner, you will be the operational heartbeat of our On-Wing Services business. You’ll manage incoming service requests, validate maintenance data, plan manpower and tooling, and coordinate work execution - whether carried out by Rolls-Royce field service teams or by approved Part 145 suppliers.
What you will be doing:
- Request of Service & Data Validation - receive and process On-Wing service requests, validate maintenance data and technical documentation for completeness and accuracy.
- Planning & Scheduling - Build detailed job plans and schedule and track multiple concurrent On-Wing maintenance events.
- Supplier Management (Part 145 Coordination) - Act as the primary interface between Rolls-Royce and approved Part 145 maintenance suppliers. Confirm supplier capability, manpower availability, and readiness to execute the work.
- Resource & Logistics Coordination - Arrange tooling dispatch and return, liaising with stakeholders for time-critical shipments. Manage visa, travel, and airport pass requirements for mechanics.
- Operational Control & Live Job Support - Monitor ongoing maintenance events, react swiftly to operational issues and document lessons learned.
- Communication & Stakeholder Engagement - Maintain professional communication with airline operations centres, internal Rolls-Royce functions, and supplier partners, providing accurate, real-time updates on job progress.
Preferred requirements:
- Understanding of Repair and Overhaul business.
- NVQ Level 3 Apprenticeship / HNC / A levels or equivalent.
- Excellent Planning skills with an attention to detail.
- Good IT skills, particularly Excel.
- Knowledge of Part 145 requirements.
- Proven experience in supplier management.
- Capable of working to priorities and tight timescales.
- Experience of working in a fast paced operations environment.
Why 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.
Regional Benefits:
- Generous Annual Leave.
- Retirement Savings through the Rolls-Royce Retirement Savings Trust.
- Group Life Assurance provides for a lump sum benefit if you die whilst employed by Rolls-Royce & Group Income Protection provides an income in the event that you are unable to work due to illness or injury.
- Your Shares: Matched is a simple way to own Rolls-Royce shares and invest in our future, together. Buy one share, get one free!
- Employee Assistance (EAP) and Live Well programmes.
Our 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.
Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.
Closing Date: 30th July 2026
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
Supply Chain Planning & Control
Posting Date
17 Jul 2026; 00:07
Posting End Date
30 Jul 2026
