Big ideas. Real-world impact.
At SYOS Aerospace, we’re not here to do things the way they’ve always been done. We’re building the next generation of autonomous systems across air, land, and sea – turning ambitious ideas into technology that works in the real world. From cutting-edge research, design, and advanced engineering in New Zealand to manufacturing scale-up and global delivery in the UK, our teams are transforming innovative concepts into operational products used by customers around the world.
This is an opportunity to join SYOS at a pivotal stage of growth – where the work you do today will help shape the products, processes, and capabilities of tomorrow. Whether you’re looking to build an international career or see yourself in New Zealand in the future, this could be the opportunity that opens the door. As we continue to grow globally, we’re committed to creating career pathways across our teams, projects, and locations.
The SYOS way
We’re growing fast, taking on bigger challenges, and building technology that matters. At SYOS, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute, solve problems, and see your work make a real impact.
About the role
We’re looking for a highly organised and proactive Production Planner to join our Production team. This is a key role responsible for coordinating production schedules, ensuring materials and resources are available when needed, and supporting the successful delivery of customer programmes.
Working across multiple departments, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining production flow, monitoring progress against schedules, and driving on-time delivery performance. You’ll be instrumental in ensuring our manufacturing operations run efficiently while supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the business
You’ll be involved in:
- Creating and maintaining detailed production schedules to support manufacturing, commissioning, and delivery activities.
- Planning capacity across assembly, electrical, mechanical, and commissioning teams.
- Monitoring progress against schedules and implementing recovery plans where necessary.
- Coordinating the release of work orders and production documentation.
- Working closely with Procurement and Stores teams to ensure material availability.
- Tracking work-in-progress and maintaining accurate production forecasts.
- Producing regular production status updates and reports for management.
- Supporting labour planning and resource allocation across production teams.
- Participating in daily and weekly production meetings to communicate priorities and schedules.
- Coordinating internal and external resources involved in product completion and customer handover.
- Supporting continuous improvement activities, including Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and workflow optimisation.
- Helping ensure production activities are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards
Experience
- Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and advanced production planning techniques.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience working within a manufacturing, engineering, aerospace, marine, automotive, or similar production environment.
- Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and production planning techniques.
- Proficiency with scheduling software (e.g., SAP APO, Oracle ASCP, or similar).
- Demonstrated experience monitoring production performance and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships across departments.
- A proactive, solution-focused approach to problem solving.
- Experience monitoring production performance and identifying opportunities for improvement
Nice to have:
- Experience in aerospace, maritime, defence, robotics, automotive, or advanced manufacturing environments.
- Internal auditor, Six Sigma, Lean, or quality-related certification.
- Experience facilitating PFMEA and developing control plans.
- Experience working with ERP-based quality systems.
- Supplier quality assessment or supplier issue management experience.
- Experience training operators on quality systems and inspection methods.
We’re a team of innovators, engineers, and problem-solvers who believe that great ideas can come from anyone. The best answer wins – regardless of title or experience. We’re not looking for people who just want another job. We’re looking for people who want to be part of the story.
Come build with us. Challenge us. Grow with us.
SYOS Aerospace – the time is now.
The products are evolving. Our global footprint is growing. The people who join today will help define what SYOS becomes tomorrow.
Security Requirement
To be eligible for this role, you must be able to meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). This includes confirming your identity, legal right to work in the UK, recent employment history, and criminal record (unspent convictions only).
We are not accepting unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies. Any CVs sent without prior agreement, including those shared directly with hiring managers, will be considered gifted and no fees will be payable.
