Communications Manager - Sizewell 1 1 1

Bouygues Construction; Leiston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Leiston seeks a Recruitment Coordinator to support workforce requirements for a significant clean energy project. This role involves managing the recruitment cycle and ensuring a positive candidate experience. Ideal candidates possess strong organizational skills and previous experience in recruitment, preferably within the civil engineering sector. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Competitive salary

Pension and healthcare benefits

Qualifications

• Previous experience in recruitment coordination or HR.
• Background in large, multi-stakeholder projects is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the recruitment lifecycle from posting to onboarding.
• Act as a point of contact for candidate queries.
• Ensure recruitment processes meet compliance and reporting standards.

Skills

Recruitment coordination

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Experience in HR administration

Experience in civil engineering or construction sector

Tools

SuccessFactors ATS

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job description

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Overview

Communications Manager - Sizewell 1 1 1

Job Location City: Leiston

Country/Region: United Kingdom

Contract Type: Permanent Contract

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Remote/Onsite: On-site/Office based

Travel Requirements: Occasional travel

Requisition ID: 1876

Information at a Glance

As part of Bouygues Construction's Public Works division, VSL International participates in the construction of major technical structures and guarantees their structural safety and durability: transport infrastructure (bridges, tunnels), industrial and energy production structures, and commercial buildings.

VSL's business is based on four areas of expertise:

• Structural systems and technologies
• Civil engineering
• Foundations and soil engineering
• Preservation, structural repairs, renovation and optimization of structures.

VSL has 4,000 employees at 25 locations worldwide (Asia and Oceania, Middle East, Europe, Latin America, Canada).

Role Overview

We are seeking a Recruitment Coordinator to support the delivery of VSL's workforce requirements for Sizewell C. Reporting to the Recruitment Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring that vacancies are filled efficiently, compliantly, and with the right calibre of talent.

This role will involve end-to-end recruitment administration, supporting advertising, shortlisting, interview scheduling, and onboarding. You will also act as a vital link between hiring managers, candidates, recruitment partners, and the SZC Jobs Service, helping VSL to meet both project needs and commitments to local employment.

Main Responsibilities

Recruitment Administration

• Coordinate the full recruitment lifecycle from job posting through to offer and onboarding.
• Prepare job descriptions and adverts in collaboration with the Recruitment Manager and hiring teams.
• Manage applicant tracking systems and recruitment databases to ensure accurate records.
• Organise and schedule interviews, liaising with managers and candidates.

Candidate Engagement

• Act as a first point of contact for candidate queries, ensuring a smooth and positive experience.
• Support pre-employment checks, including right-to-work documentation, references, and security clearances.
• Assist with inductions and onboarding, ensuring new starters are mobilised effectively.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Support

• Work closely with the Recruitment Manager, HR, and project teams to ensure recruitment aligns with operational needs.
• Liaise with agencies, colleges, and the SZC Jobs Service to help source suitable candidates.
• Provide recruitment reports and updates to managers and project leadership.

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure recruitment processes meet alliance procedures, employment law, and nuclear site requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date recruitment data for client reporting and audits.
• Support compliance checks and assist with external audits where necessary.

Candidate Profile

Education & Experience

• Previous experience in recruitment coordination, HR administration, or workforce support.
• Experience in the civil engineering or construction sector is desirable.
• Background in large, multi-stakeholder project environments advantageous.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Familiarity with recruitment systems or HR databases; experience with SuccessFactors ATS is highly desirable.
• Strong organisational and record-keeping skills.
• A good foundation in LinkedIn Recruiter headhunting is highly desirable.

Personal Attributes

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence in dealing with stakeholders at all levels.
• Highly organised and detail-oriented, able to manage multiple vacancies.
• Proactive, adaptable, and able to prioritise workload in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional, approachable, and committed to delivering an excellent candidate experience.

Why Work With Us?

• Impactful Role: Help to mobilise the workforce delivering one of the UK's most important clean energy projects.
• Career Development: Gain hands-on recruitment experience with opportunities to grow into broader HR or talent acquisition roles.
• Guidance & Mentorship: Work closely with the Recruitment Manager and benefit from direct support and development.
• Community Impact: Play a role in meeting Sizewell C's commitments to local employment and apprenticeships.
• Rewarding Package: Competitive salary and benefits, including pension and healthcare.

Interested? Apply now and let's build the great structures of tomorrow together!