Engineering Talent Development Lead - Hybrid Bristol

weServed; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance

Matched pension scheme

Digital GP and health check

Employee share scheme

Be Kind Day

Holiday Trading programme

Payment of Professional Fees

Job summary

Cavendish Nuclear in Bristol is seeking a Professional Development Lead to shape the future of engineering talent. You will develop programmes for apprentices, graduates and early career professionals, aligning with competency frameworks and accreditation requirements, while partnering with business leaders and training providers.

This permanent, full-time role offers hybrid working, a generous benefits package, and opportunities to influence national projects in energy, defence, and

Qualifications

• Experience developing, coaching, mentoring or managing talent within engineering, technical or project environments.
• Experience working with competency frameworks, career development pathways or professional accreditation programmes.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels.
• Experience managing multiple priorities, development activities and competing business requirements.
• Knowledge of workforce capability, early careers, talent development or professional development programmes.

Responsibilities

• Supporting graduates, apprentices and early career professionals throughout their development journey.
• Creating and managing professional development plans aligned to competency frameworks and business requirements.
• Coaching and mentoring individuals towards professional registration and career progression goals.
• Collaborating with placement managers and business leaders to secure meaningful development opportunities and assignments.
• Monitoring development performance, identifying risks and implementing interventions to support successful outcomes.

Skills

Talent development

Coaching & mentoring

Stakeholder management

Multi-priority management

Workforce capability

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Incorporated/Chartered Engineer status

Job description

Cavendish Nuclear in Bristol is seeking a Professional Development Lead to shape the future of engineering talent. You will develop programmes for apprentices, graduates and early career professionals, aligning with competency frameworks and accreditation requirements, while partnering with business leaders and training providers.

This permanent, full-time role offers hybrid working, a generous benefits package, and opportunities to influence national projects in energy, defence, and