Head of HR

Bouygues Construction; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm based in Bristol is looking for a Senior HR Manager/Head of HR with proven experience in HR management. This role involves operational and strategic HR responsibilities, including overseeing TUPE processes and compliance, managing diverse workforces, and ensuring employee engagement. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of employment laws, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work autonomously. The position offers a hybrid working arrangement and opportunities for growth within the organization.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous company benefits

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing HR functions, especially for migrant workers.
• Extensive knowledge of TUPE and its applications.
• Ability to understand and guide NAECI agreements.
• Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage operational HR tasks and oversight of strategic HR processes.
• Provide leadership on TUPE processes ensuring compliance.
• Develop communication strategies to engage employees.
• Deliver HR support for performance management and employee relations.

Skills

HR Management

Problem-solving

Interpersonal Communication

Organizational Skills

Knowledge of TUPE Legislation

Knowledge of NAECI Agreements

Experience with Blue Collar Workforce

Project Management

Education

MCIPD or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

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Job Description

Head of HR

Job Location City: Bristol (UK)

Country/Region: United Kingdom

Contract Type: Permanent Contract

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Remote/Onsite: Hybrid

Travel Requirements: Occasional travel

Requisition ID: 2542
Information at a Glance

Bouygues Energies & Services (part of EQUANS) - Power Generation Division

Bouygues Energies & Services SAS has an exciting opportunity for a Senior HR Manager/Head of HR to be based in our Bristol office in Bradley Stoke and the Hinkley Point C site in Bridgwater.

Bouygues Energies & Services SAS have been awarded a Turn-key EPC contract for the Hinkley Point C (HPC) new build nuclear power plant Emergency Diesel Generators. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone interested in working on this incredibly unique and technically challenging project.

The Senior HR Manager/Head of HR will be a key member of a the management team. The role will combine hands‑on operational excellence with a strategic impact, will ensure compliance with HR legislation and case law, implementing policies and initiatives that drive high staff engagement and development across the division, will have the ability to build, nurture and grow relationships with stakeholders whilst not afraid to roll there sleeves up and deal with the day to day challenges.

Working in a unionised environment, experience of NACEI legislation along with Blue Collar working legislation is essential. Knowledge TUPE (Transfer of Undertakings Protection of Employment) is highly desirable for this role. The Senior HR Manager/Head of HR will play a pivotal role in managing and supporting employee transitions resulting for mergers and acquisitions. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with all legislation regulations whilst working closely with key stakeholders to maintain employee engagement, minimise disruption and achieve successful transitions.

Whilst managing both site based employees as well as office based employees, knowledge of working with migrant workers on sponsorship to the UK is essential. Whilst the candidate will work autonomously they will report into the Project Director and have dotted lines into the UK & France for HR support.

This role is very much at the beginning stage and would suit someone who understands what it takes to move from a project environment to a business unit, with the potential scope to grow a small HR team as the BU/project grows.

The Role

• Fully understands NAECI site agreements and is able to manage the workforce under such agreements.
• Able to manage both White and Blue collar workforces.
• Understand the payroll element of NAECI agreements
• Provide expert advice and leadership, to managers and employees regarding TUPE implications and processes.
• Lead and manage any future TUPE processes, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and best practice.
• Develop and deliver effective communication strategies to keep employees informed and engaged throughout transitions.
• Support consultations processes, including working with employee representatives and trade unions.
• Proactively support line managers with performance management of their team members, including development or robust performance improvement plans.
• Provide day-to-day HR support and advice to managers and employees on various HR matters such as equal opportunities, diversity, resourcing, recruitment, employee benefits, employee relations, absence management and disciplinary and grievance.
• Ensure compliance with HR policies across the business.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures that promote compliance and best practice.
• Build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels to support HR initiatives and improvements.
• Produce accurate reports and analyse people analytics, identify trends to enable the business to make data led decisions.
• Help delivery an accurate and timely submission of all payroll related information.
• Implement and contribute to continual improvement and innovation ensuring the business is recognised for developing and delivering excellent people practices.

The Person

Essential Criteria

• Proven experience in HR Management with a focus on migrant workers and sponsorship duties.
• In depth knowledge of TUPE legislation and its practical application.
• Full understanding of NAECI site agreements.
• Full understanding of Blue collar workforce and legislation.
• Strong problem solving abilities and the capacity to manage complex projects.
• Proven experience in both an operational and strategic HR role.
• Effective application of employment policies and procedures.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability of build rapport and influence and negotiate at all levels.
• Credible and comfortable in dealing with diverse stakeholders.
• Be patient, tactful, diplomatic and approachable.
• The ability to work autonomously with strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Be a self-starter with experience of developing policies and procedures.
• Excellent understanding of employment law to manage change the ER agenda creatively.
• Experience of managing projects to successful conclusion.
• Live close to HPC site or Bristol office, with no problem in travelling to both locations on a weekly basis
• Highly computer literate.
• Have a current driving licence.

Desirable Criteria

• MCIPD/post graduate human resources qualification (or equivalent).
• Experience in Engineering/Construction or Nuclear environment.

Why Energies & Services

Bouygues Energies & Services, is part of the Bouygues Group - a global brand employing over 130,000 people in 80 countries within the construction, engineering, civil works, energy services, telecommunications and media sectors.

Bouygues Energies & Services specialise in the execution of technically challenging, time sensitive projects in critical environments: cleanrooms, laboratories, industrial plants, and data centres. With over 50 years of experience, we offer our clients seamless consulting and engineering solutions through an in‑house design, build, operate and maintain delivery model.

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the most technically innovate and challenging projects. With a strong corporate culture, our values reflect how we operate with Respect, Excellence, Courage, Integrity and Passion. We offer competitive basic salaries with generous company benefits.

Be Yourself!

At Bouygues Energies & Services, we are committed to delivering an inclusive environment where our people feel valued, respected, and supported. We support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and ambitious environment. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Bouygues Energies & Services, you will find a welcoming and open workplace where you're supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. Our commitment to diversity goes behind words with a range of employee networks and programs, including Women's Network, RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Professionals Network), and our Disability Network.

Join us in building a workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute their best.