Programme Manager - OrpheusWorks

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Hall, Australian Capital Territory, AUS
In-Office
Mid level
Aerospace • Defense
The Role
Manage strategic defence programmes for OrpheusWorks, coordinating cross-functional teams, budgets, timelines, risks, stakeholders, suppliers, and customer commitments. Ensure delivery meets scope, schedule, budget, lifecycle, governance, and company process requirements. Support business development, resource and funding decisions, and initiatives that improve delivery. The role requires programme governance experience, commercial awareness, knowledge of UK security management principles, strong influencing and communication skills, and inclusive leadership capabilities.
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Job Description

Programme Manager – OrpheusWorks

Bristol

Management Level C


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.


Working directly for SVP OrpheusWorks, the role will manage cross-functional teams, budgets, timelines and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery within the Defence UK&I Future Programmes environment. Responsible for planning, co-ordinating and delivering strategic programmes that support business growth and organisational objectives. The role will be central to managing risk and driving initiatives to improve our delivery.  


What you will be doing:


  • Accountable for successful delivery of Programme / contract commitments as well as providing Programme management support to business development activities.
  • Executing the developed strategy to meet identified and anticipated customer requirements
  • Being accountable for delivering the assigned packages of work to budget, schedule and requirements.
  • Ensuring all Programme activities are delivered with account of the full project and product lifecycle and in line with company standard processes.
  • Responsibility for providing accurate information to gain commitment, funding and resources to deliver the Programme of work.
  • Accountable for stakeholder management and act as key interface with external customers and suppliers
  • Liaising with the various internal functions, supply chain units and departments to ensure all required resource demands are met.
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Position qualifications:


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. And for this role, we are looking for someone who is/has:

  • A demonstrated proficiency in programme management with a sound understanding of programme management techniques.
  • Prior experience of running programme and project governance.
  • Business and commercial acumen
  • A working knowledge of UK security regulations and the principles of security management.
  • An ability to build compassionate stakeholder relationships internally and externally, and at different levels within organisations.
  • A strategic and innovative thought process
  • A self-starter mindset
  • An inclusive leadership style, who will motivate, coach and develop teams to drive effective collaboration
  • Ability to work collaboratively across the enterprise with strong influencing and communication skills.

Regional Benefits:

  • Work in a safety-first environment were doing the right thing and keeping it simple are core principles.
  • Join a culture that values making a real difference through your work.
  • Develop your career as a mid-career professional blending technical expertise with strong personal qualities.
  • Thrive in a role that encourages integrity, accountability, resilience, and curiosity.
  • Collaborate and build relationships in a team-focused environment while also working independently.
  • Take initiative, lead, and make smart decisions with confidence and support.
  • Grow through continuous learning, openness to improvement, and exposure to challenging opportunities.



Please be aware that the priority will be given to employees identified as being at high risk. 


The professional level and the salary of the position will be dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate. 


It is advised that you inform your current manager of your application for this role.  


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.



  

Grade:  Management Level C

For further information please contact:  Lizzie Moore - [email protected]

Job Category

Project Management

Posting Date

23 Oct 2026; 00:10Posting End Date02 Nov 2026

Skills Required

  • Demonstrated proficiency in programme management and a sound understanding of programme management techniques
  • Prior experience running programme and project governance
  • Business and commercial acumen
  • Working knowledge of UK security regulations and security management principles
  • Ability to build stakeholder relationships internally and externally at different organizational levels
  • Strategic and innovative thought process
  • Self-starter mindset
  • Inclusive leadership style with ability to motivate, coach, and develop teams
  • Ability to collaborate across the enterprise with strong influencing and communication skills

Rolls-Royce Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Rolls-Royce and has not been reviewed or approved by Rolls-Royce.

  • Retirement Support — Retirement support is strengthened by a U.S. 401(k) program and recent Indianapolis agreements that enhanced retirement benefits. This foundation is complemented by an ongoing company emphasis on competitive retirement provisions across regions.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity value is broadened through a global employee share plan with a broad-based grant in 2024. A matched-purchase program introduced in 2025 further extends access to share ownership.
  • Flexible Benefits — Flexible benefits are highlighted through a holistic, choice-based package and flexible working principles under the People Deal. Regional tailoring provides options spanning wellbeing, recognition, and other locally relevant rewards.

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HQ: London
40,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1906

What We Do

Delivering power and propulsion solutions in the air, at sea and on land.

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