Head of Operational HR

The role:

• Reporting to the HR Director
• Management of a team of HR Managers and Advisors including budgetary responsibility
• Recruit, select, motivate and develop members of the team to maintain and enhance operational effectiveness to facilitate delivery to the business
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and improve performance against corporate standard
• Act as a business partner to the company’s operational teams and provide appropriate advice on all human resources issues
• Support the business development activities by delivering the HR/TUPE components to bids
• Undertake ad hoc special HR project work and provide statistical information as required
• Liaise with the HR Project Manager on the mobilisation of new contracts, ensuring all due diligence and statutory consultation is complete
• Liaise with the recognised trade unions as necessary to ensure an effective partnership is maintained
• Undertake pay reviews for the FM delivery workforce

The person:

• Degree-level CIPD qualification or equivalent, or be qualified by experience, with in-depth knowledge of employment and case law
• Need to be an inclusive leader with ability to relate to others at all levels of the organisation
• Substantial experience in delivering effective employee relations
• Possess Excellent influencing skills
• Be a supportive manager who is able to bring the best out of their team
• A coaching style with the ability to upskill line managers
• Experience of dealing with Trade Unions and TUPE
• Experience of working in the FM and/or infrastructure sectors
• Be a Confident communicator with ability to deliver clear messaging
• Possess excellent influencing skills
• Maintain an ethical approach

Why Bouygues E&S Solutions?

Bouygues Energies & Services Solutions (BYES) is an international business operating in over 25 countries and employing over 13,500 people. The company 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.

In the UK, Bouygues Energies & Services is a leading provider of facilities management (FM), energy services, highways, and complex engineering solutions across the public and private sectors.

Bouygues E&S Solutions is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

We place a strong emphasis on continual development, both professional and interpersonal. Currently over 2% of the Company’s payroll is spent on Learning and Development activities. We have our own international and local training centres, delivering technical and management courses. 

Be Yourself!

Here at Bouygues we value the creativity and innovation that our diverse workforce brings, encouraging people from all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented communities to apply. By joining us, you will be inspired to bring your full self to the workplace, speak up and share your unique ideas. You will also have an opportunity to join our employee led diversity & inclusion communities such as WeLink (women network), Encompass (LGBTQ+), Kaleidoscope (BAME), Disability and Wellness peer support network, Parents and Carers network.

We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

We value your privacy and we are committed to protecting your personal details. If you choose to apply for this role, please do not include any sensitive data on your CV which reveals (directly or indirectly); your race or ethnic origins, your political, philosophical or religious opinions, or your membership of a trade union, your social security number, or information which relates to your health or sexual orientation or to any criminal convictions.