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Job Requirements Teach Lean principles, tools, and mindset to teams across engineering, operations, and support functions. Communicate confidently using Lean language that aligns with aerospace clients expectations. Plan, facilitate, and follow through on Kaizen events that deliver measurable improvements. Lead structured problemsolving using A3, PDCA, 5Why, and other Lean methods. Identify waste and improvement opportunities through gemba walks and datadriven analysis. Support cultural transformation by coaching leaders and teams to adopt daily Lean behaviours. Role Purpose The person in this role is responsible for building Lean capability across the organisation and driving continuous improvement initiatives within engineering, operations, and support functions. This role teaches Lean principles, engages effectively with aerospace clients who expect solid Lean fluency, and leads impactful Kaizen events that deliver measurable improvements in flow, cost, quality, and delivery. The Lean Leader acts as both a coach and change agent to help embed a culture of Lean thinking. Key Responsibilities Lean Teaching & Capability Development Deliver training on Lean fundamentals, mindset, and tools (e.g., value stream mapping, standard work, A3 thinking, PDCA Plan, Do , Check Act, 5S, visual management). Coach teams and leaders in daily management, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement behaviours. Translate Lean concepts into practical, aerospacerelevant applications that resonate with engineering and technical teams. Client Engagement & Lean Alignment Communicate confidently using the Lean language and practices commonly used by aerospace clients. Engage with customer teams to align on improvement priorities, ways of working, and operational expectations. Represent the organisation as a Lean subjectmatter expert during customer discussions, reviews, and collaboration forums. Kaizen Leadership & Improvement Execution Plan, organise, and facilitate .