About the role
Job Title: Head of Human Resources
Location: Bristol, Gloucestershire or Devon, Plymouth + Hybrid Working Arrangements
Role ID: SF76352
Shape the future workforce behind one of the UK's most critical defence and nuclear programmes
At Babcock, we’re working to create a safe and secure world, together. If you join us, you can play your part as a Head of Human Resources at Babcock Technology Centre or Devonport Royal Dockyard.
The role
As a Head of Human Resources, you'll take on a highly strategic leadership position supporting our Naval Nuclear business. This is far more than a traditional human resources leadership role. You'll influence workforce strategy across a complex, highly regulated and unionised environment, ensuring we have the talent, capability and culture needed to deliver programmes that support national security.
Day-to-day, you'll be required to:
Leading and developing a team of Human Resources Business Partners, Advisors and Specialists to deliver an exceptional people service.
Partnering with senior leaders to shape and deliver workforce, talent and organisational strategies aligned to business objectives.
Driving organisational design, transformation and workforce planning initiatives that support future capability requirements.
Overseeing complex employee relations matters while providing expert guidance on change, performance and organisational effectiveness.
Using people data and insights to influence decision-making, enhance employee engagement and strengthen leadership capability.
This is a full-time role working 35 hours per week. The role is based at BabcockTechnology Centre or Devonport Royal Dockyard, with a minimum of three days per week on site and occasional travel to other Babcock locations, including Plymouth.
Essential experience of the Head of Human Resources
Significant experience within a senior Human Resources leadership role in a large and complex organisation.
Proven success leading and developing high-performing Human Resources teams.
Extensive expertise across workforce planning, organisational development, employee relations, talent management and change management.
Demonstrable experience leading large-…
