About the role
In this role, you will assist the Hinkley project within BBMP to deliver the People Plan that supports the achievement of key contractual deliverables. You will be required to
support demobilisation, mobilization as well as owning and coordinating a variety of
cyclical activities and HR projects.
What you'll be doing
- Working to identify resource which will move from one part of the Hinkley
project to the next and which needs to be redeployed. Proactive recruitment for
any ramp up roles into 2027.
- Leading the interface with other parts of the HR function and HR Business
Partners to own cyclical activity and coordinate submissions (such as learning
and development, pay reviews, talent, Early Careers etc.)
- Providing a professional and considered approach to resolving non-standard
queries that have a material impact on the project/business unit, including
escalating issues and overseeing their resolution in a timely manner
- Providing advisory support to change programmes and promoting people-
related initiatives
- Support line managers and less experienced leaders to take a high-quality
approach on key areas of the HR agenda, for example:
- Supporting sessions on areas such as talent identification and
management, creating a high-performance culture, improving employee
engagement etc
- Delivering sessions to increase line manager capability and
competence
- Provide one-to-one coaching and advice on people issues to enhance
managers’ ability to deliver their People Plans
- Coordination of ad-hoc HR projects and activities, liaising with representatives
across the wider HR team, the Enabling Functions, the Group and any parent
companies as required
Who we're looking for
- Experience in providing advice and guidance to leaders through change and
an ability to manage change programmes and initiatives with the input of
matrix HR team support
- Knowledge of HR policy, practice and procedures through previous
generalist HR experience
- Emotionally intelligent and able to flex personal style and preferences to
establish rapport and credibility with senior leaders
- Energetic, creative and pragmatic approach to resolving challenges
- Ability to respond to competing priorities and manage a high and diverse
workload
- Proven effective relationship management skills
- Proficient in MS Office and other relevant IT applications
Why work for us
Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.
Why join us?
As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:
- Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
- 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…
About us
Balfour Beatty’s Major Projects business is delivering some of the UK’s most complex and iconic infrastructure projects including HS2, the new high-speed railway and the first nuclear power station in a generation, Hinkley Point C. Using the latest technology, we’re driving productivity and creating a lasting legacy by delivering sustainable solutions that strengthen communities.
From consultancy and design, to all aspects of construction and maintenance. We have the proven expertise to deliver large-scale projects safely and successfully.
Diversity and inclusion
At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion
To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/
We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: [email protected]
Job Reference: BBUK20228
