Employee Relations Advisor (Nuclear Project) – Remote

Balfour Beatty plc; Bridgwater; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart working

Remote work up to 40% where role allow

25 days annual leave (pro rata)

Pension

Other employee benefits

Job summary

Balfour Beatty plc is seeking an experienced Employee Relations Advisor to join the MEH Alliance team at Hinkley Point C. The role focuses on sustaining positive employee relations across the project through engagement with trade unions, delivery partners and stakeholders.

You will provide specialist support on complex ER matters, ensure regulatory compliance and promote a collaborative, safety-conscious work environment on site.

Qualifications

• A degree or equivalent qualification.
• A relevant professional qualification, preferably CIPD.
• Proven track record on large-scale projects within nuclear or similarly regulated sectors.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain positive relationships with recognised trade unions.
• Represent the MEH Alliance in external discussions around sector agreements and the social covenant.
• Help ensure compliance with employment legislation and regulations.
• Monitor legal developments and support maintenance of legally compliant people policies.
• Liaise regularly with the client Employment Affairs Unit.
• Advise on disciplinary, grievance and investigation matters, including complex cases.
• Plan and coordinate the Industrial Relations Crisis Delivery Plan.
• Arrange employee relations and behavioural development training for supervisors and managers.
• Provide employee relations reports and metrics to the management team.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication at leadership level

Industrial relations experience

Collaborative approach

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification

CIPD qualification

Job description

Balfour Beatty plc is seeking an experienced Employee Relations Advisor to join the MEH Alliance team at Hinkley Point C. The role focuses on sustaining positive employee relations across the project through engagement with trade unions, delivery partners and stakeholders.

You will provide specialist support on complex ER matters, ensure regulatory compliance and promote a collaborative, safety-conscious work environment on site.