Actemium Automation Yorkshire - Business Unit General Manager

VINCI; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

VINCI Energies seeks a Business Unit General Manager in Huddersfield to guide strategic direction and drive operational excellence. In this role, you will oversee all aspects of the business unit, ensuring growth, safety, and team development within an inclusive environment. Aiming for candidates with a background in industrial automation, this leadership position offers competitive rewards and opportunities for significant impact.

Benefits

Discretionary annual bonus

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Health shield cash plan + BUPA health insurance

EV car purchase scheme

Pension contributions matched up to 7%

VINCI share scheme

Opportunities for continuous learning and career progression

Flexible working arrangements when possible

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial automation or project-based environments.
• Experience with leading high-performing teams and strategic business plans.
• P&L management and financial reporting experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations and performance, fostering a culture of accountability.
• Develop business strategies and expand market opportunities.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and promote a safety culture.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Operational Acumen

Emotional Intelligence

Leadership

Job description

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Join Us as a Business Unit General Manager

Location: Huddersfield Full-Time | Permanent

Package: Competitive Salary + Benefits

Are you a collaborative and purpose-driven leader ready to make a lasting impact? At VINCI Energies, we're seeking a Business Unit General Manager (BUGM) in our Actemium Automation Perimeter to guide strategic direction, drive operational excellence, and build empowered, high-performing teams - all while championing sustainability and innovation.

About the Role

In this pivotal leadership position, you will oversee the full lifecycle of our Business Unit - from strategic planning and financial oversight to business development, health & safety, and team growth. You'll collaborate across the organisation and with external partners to deliver meaningful results that align with our values and vision for the future.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead with vision: Oversee operations and performance, creating a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and shared success.
• Drive sustainable growth: Develop business strategies, expand market opportunities, and foster long-term customer relationships.
• Champion health & safety: Promote a proactive, inclusive safety culture and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Empower people: Inspire and develop your team, supporting career growth and inclusive leadership practices.
• Deliver financial outcomes: Take responsibility for the Business Unit's budget, financial reporting, and performance.

About You

We're looking for someone who brings a blend of strategic thinking, operational acumen, and emotional intelligence. If you have experience in industrial automation or a similar project-based environment, and enjoy empowering others to thrive, we'd love to hear from you.

You may have experience with:

• Leading cross-functional, high-performing teams
• Developing and delivering strategic business plans
• Building trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders
• Managing P&L and financial reporting
• Promoting safe, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces

Don't meet every single requirement? We encourage you to apply anyway - your unique perspective and experience could be exactly what we need.

Why join us?

At Actemium, we believe great people deserve great rewards. Here's what's in it for you:

• Competitive salary (depending on experience)
• Discretionary annual bonus
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Health shield cash plan + BUPA health insurance
• EV car purchase scheme
• Pension contributions matched up to 7%
• VINCI share scheme (6 months length of service qualifying period)
• Supportive, dynamic team with strong values

Why VINCI Energies?

At VINCI Energies, we build more than infrastructure - we build careers, innovation, and positive impact. Our culture is based on trust and empowerment, integrity and responsibility, innovation and entrepreneurship, and team spirit and generosity. We also offer:

• A high-impact leadership role with autonomy
• Opportunities for continuous learning and career progression
• A strong focus on sustainability and energy transition
• A supportive and inclusive working environment
• Flexible working arrangements where possible

Inclusion Matters

We're committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.