Vacancy Summary
At Severfield, we’re creating better ways to build for a world of changing demands.
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Industrial Relations Manager, based at Hinkley Point C site in Somerset.
Our competitive advantage is our people, and we’re always looking for talented individuals to join us as we continue to transform skylines across the UK & Europe. A career at Severfield presents the opportunity for you to develop, grow, and to feel part of something special, after all, we are all in it together!
Our Nuclear & Infrastructure division has extensive experience in the specialist, highly regulated nuclear, transport (road and rail), process industries and power and energy sectors. Providing award winning design teams, utilising state-of-the-art design software and Tekla detailing facilities to offer customers value engineering. This gives a mix of proven success along with modern, innovative design and fabrication ideas to be able to provide a quality, specialised service to a growing market. They continue to set the bar high in their highly regulated market!
Vacancy Details
We are seeking an experienced Industrial Relations Manager to lead workforce relations at Hinkley Point C. Working closely with trade unions, workforce representatives, contractors and project stakeholders, you will drive the industrial relations strategy, ensure compliance with ECSA and site agreements, support collective negotiations, and provide expert guidance on workforce issues to ensure successful project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and deliver the project's industrial relations strategy.
- Ensure compliance with ECSA, collective agreements and employment legislation.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with trade unions and workforce representatives.
- Facilitate consultation, negotiation and collective bargaining activities.
- Manage industrial disputes, grievances and workforce issues to minimise operational disruption.
- Provide advice and support to senior leaders on industrial relations matters.
- Monitor workforce sentiment, identify emerging risks and develop mitigation plans.
- Work collaboratively with contractors, HR teams, operational leaders and external stakeholders.
- Develop workforce relations policies and promote best practice across the project.
Skills and Experience:
You'll have proven industrial relations experience within construction, engineering, infrastructure or major projects, with strong knowledge of ECSA/NAECI agreements. You'll be confident working with trade unions, leading negotiations and dispute resolution, and influencing senior stakeholders in complex, multi-contractor environments.
You'll also have,
- Degree-qualified in Human Resources, Employment Relations, Business Management, Law or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
- CIPD Level 5 or Level 7 qualification is desirable.
- Evidence of ongoing professional development within employment or industrial relations.
What We Offer
At Severfield, we’re all about doing the right thing, so as you’d expect, we offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages.
We are an equal opportunities employer and actively encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets to apply. We value the unique perspectives that come from different life experiences and are committed to building an inclusive environment. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexuality, religion, or faith. At Severfield, we believe that a diverse team drives innovation and success, and we are eager to hear from all who want to contribute to our dynamic workplace.
We will be considering candidates as they apply and we will occasionally close job advertisements early in the event we receive sufficient applicants, so please don’t delay in submitting your application.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Recruitment agencies - Please note that we kindly request no contact from recruitment agencies or third-party providers regarding this role. We genuinely appreciate your interest but are currently managing our hiring process in-house.
About Us
Severfield is the largest structural steelwork Group in the UK and among the biggest in Europe. We have been involved in the UK’s highest profile structural steel projects and we have the design and engineering capabilities to deliver the UK’s largest, most complex projects.
Today, with multiple sites in the UK, Europe, and our joint venture in India, we have an annual capacity to produce around 300,000 tonnes of fabricated steelwork.
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Acting on behalf of our clients, our project portfolio includes world-class stadia, bridges, national infrastructure, as well as shaping city skylines across the UK and further afield.
Benefits
Looking after our employees means both their physical and mental wellbeing. We’re proud to offer a range of benefits including:
7% employer pension contributions
Employee assistance programme (EAP)
Free onsite parking (role specific)
Business health insurance
Job Reference: SUKIE00862
