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Job Details People & Culture Transformation Lead / HR Site Manager R23573

MBDA S.A.S., Bolton

Job Details People & Culture Transformation Lead / HR Site Manager R23573

£66000

MBDA S.A.S., Bolton

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Remote working

Posted 3 weeks ago, 4 Oct | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: b5c8493bb43c4d5da5c17a52ed9438c8

Full Job Description

  • Due to the significant forecasted growth at our multi-disciplined Manufacturing site in Bolton, we are looking for an experienced leader of transformational change and improvement, to partner with HR and the business to promote and embed cultural evolution and improvement across the various site activities and functions.
  • This opportunity requires a long-term strategic business partnering approach to drive positive culture change and engagement, though an exciting period of substantial growth. The role will involve creating and leading strategic initiatives, whilst ensuring that people remain at the heart of the improvement journey.
  • This role will be primarily based in Bolton but will require travel to other sites in the UK.
    • Specifics of the role include
  • Partnering with leaders in Manufacturing and the wider business functions to create a project plan, aligned to the projected growth in headcount and skills that will be required to support our business delivery commitments within the Bolton site.
  • Designing, developing and implementing specific change initiatives for both the Bolton site and for Manufacturing UK in order to satisfy local needs in response to challenging delivery requirements
  • Devising and embedding new innovative ways of working to support manufacturing to evolve its functional capability whilst also delivering a rapid growth in headcount and the development of new skills and knowledge
  • Coaching Senior Leaders and managers in alternative ways of working, embedding changes to existing working practices, whilst ensuring buy-in from all areas within the Manufacturing business and within the various supporting functions.
  • Challenging the status quo, through team based problem solving activity and co-ordinated trials and pilots for new processes and practices. Ensuring realistic timescales and clear measures of success are defined and delivered.
  • Line management of two onsite HRBP's, and providing top-level on-site support for any significant employee relations issues that arise, acting as a point of escalation for business partners and process areas
  • Supporting leaders and line managers with the communication, promotion and reinforcement of MBDA behavioural expectations across the site, and working on embedding these as part of the wider cultural transformation and improvement activities.
  • Support the manufacturing operations team to carry out a full-scale review of existing employee working patterns on site, to determine how these need to be enhanced and changed to meet the future needs of the business. And subsequently working with the HR systems teams to implement and embed the changes necessary to manage the planned headcount increases, functional and matrix changes, and enabling the T&A systems to manage the agile use of alternate working patterns allowing up to 24/7production operations.
  • Partnership with Reward team to complete benchmarking of competitor pay rates (for both permanent & sub-permanent workforce), within the local area, proposing and leading on any review that needs to take place
  • Partnership with the E,D&I, Resourcing and Talent teams, to ensure that the business is attracting and developing a diverse workforce, and that managers are part of this journey. Develop site-specific initiatives, aligned with the focus on growth and development
  • Close partnership with Trade Unions on all aspects of the people and culture change programme, ensuring that the 'employee voice' is considered at all levels
  • Champion and lead change, working with business leaders to ensure readiness and growth for future phases of programmes, We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential. MBDA is proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more…
    • We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. We also welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements., Employees receive 25 days of paid annual leave per calendar year, in addition to all statutory and public holidays., We trust our people to agree, within their teams, where and when they can be most effective. Our Dynamic Working policies allow individuals great levels of flexibility around the hours they work and where they work. Depending on your role and function, this may include options for paid overtime, dynamic leave (time in lieu) and more., Our MBDA Retirement Savings Plan is a 'Defined Contribution' plan in the Mercer Master Trust, administered by Scottish Widows. The standard contributions are 4% of an employee's base salary and 6% employer contributions. You can increase both employee and employer contributions by up to 2%. Financial Awareness - Employees have access to free financial webinars hosted throughout the year, along with access to a financial education website which provides plenty of useful hints, tips and guidance on managing financial wellness. Share Incentive Plan - Acquire shares in our UK Shareholder, BAE Systems PLC, the scheme is tax efficient on shares purchased. Mortgage Advice - As part of our financial wellbeing initiative employees can access free of charge mortgage advice and webinars. Season Ticket Loan - Employees can borrow the value of public transport season ticket for bus or train journeys to and from work and spread the cost over 12 months. Critical Illness - To help reduce the financial impact after being diagnosed with a critical illness, employees receive a tax-free lump sum payment that can be used for any purpose including covering medical expenses, adjustments to lifestyle and more., Employee Assistance Programme - The Employee Assistance Programme is free, independent, confidential and is available 24 hours a day/365 days a year. Employees have access to short-term counselling (which includes up to 8 structured face to face, telephone or virtual sessions). Voluntary Private Medical Insurance - Private Medical Insurance offers three healthcare plans to suit your individual requirements for you and your family. Funded Private Medical Insurance - Eligible employees (Grade C & Above) are enrolled as standard into the company funded Private Medical Insurance benefit. Dental Insurance - The Dental Insurance benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday dental expenses such as, minor treatments, routine examinations, restorative treatment and more. There are six levels of cover available, with each level providing increased claim limits. Healthcare Cash Plan - The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more. There are six levels of cover available, with each level providing increased claim limits. Healthcare and Leisure - The Healthcare and Leisure benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as medical fees, dentist fees, opticians and also provides access to special deals and concessions on sporting and recreational facilities.

  • Demonstrable experience of delivering and leading a large-scale successful growth & improvement programme, ideally within a Manufacturing environment
  • Change management, and/or project management accreditation running a successful multi-disciplined programme, ideally with a Manufacturing or industrial context
  • Experience of organisation design and evolution, through expansion, diversification and industrial capability growth.
  • Trade Union negotiation and partnership experience is essential
  • Strong organisation and communication skills are essential
  • Previous HR Management experience would be ideal, including handling conflict, difficult Employee Relations cases, including disciplinary, grievances

    MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom., Healthworks Gym Membership - The Healthworks on-site gym at our Stevenage site offers a range of facilities and equipment, alongside a variety of classes available during the week.
    • Annual Gym Membership - Take advantage of discounted membership at over 3,600 of the UK's leading gym chains, leisure centres, hotel health clubs, independent gyms, boot camps and yoga studios. The Club -The Club provides a fantastic opportunity to enjoy great social activities - from theatre trips, days out, to sporting activities., We're proud to be a nationally recognised employer at MBDA. We have received a range of employer awards including Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2022; Gold awards from Investors in People, the 5% Club, and Armed Forces Covenant. We are also currently ranked #1 in the UK's Best Big Companies to Work For 2022 league table, as well as #1 for Manufacturing.

  • Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary
  • Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
  • Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
  • Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more…
  • Training and Development: Excellent career progression, training and career development opportunities, This increases to 26 days after 10 years of service and 27 days after 30 years. You can enjoy more time off by purchasing up to an additional five days holiday through payroll., We recognise that having or adopting a child is a significant life event for our employees and as a family friendly employer we offer a range of enhanced family leave provisions to support employees before, during and after a period of leave.
    • Our enhanced parental leave offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments. We also offer 2 weeks enhanced pay for paternity leave, and neonatal care leave for up to 12 weeks where a period of extended hospital care is required after birth. Employees also have access to support whilst undergoing fertility testing and treatments.Lifestyle - Discounts & VouchersLifestyle - Discounts & Vouchers Discounts - The Discounts platform includes a great range of features such as: discounts, instant vouchers, reloadable cards, easy saver cards, cashback, mobile app and Wellbeing Centre. Costco - Permanent employees of MBDA qualify for Costco's individual membership. Technology Vouchers - Purchase the latest gadgets and white goods up to the value of £2,500 and spread the cost over 12 months. Charity Donations - Donate up to five charities each month, with full tax relief on all donations. MyCar Scheme - The MBDA MyCar Scheme offers employees the opportunity to access up to two new vehicles via a salary sacrifice arrangement including an all-inclusive package. Holiday Purchase - Purchase up to 5 days' extra holiday whilst making tax and National Insurance savings, spreading the cost over 12 months., Development of our people is of vital importance to us at MBDA, which is why we ensure everyone has access to the teams, tools and resources needed to achieve their goals. This includes our dedicated in-house Learning & Development team, our Apprenticeship programmes, a variety of online learning platforms, and much more. We encourage new learning and will provide up to £150 in financial support per year if you wish to participate in further study in your own time. If you lead a team, or hope to do so in the future, we offer a range of management training opportunities, with paths designed for people of all experience levels.Dynamic Working We want our people to work when and where they feel they can be most effective. For most of our employees, we have a flexi-time scheme that allows you to choose, within certain parameters, when you start and finish each day and how you can use time you have accrued. For roles that do not have to be based on one of our sites full-time, you will have opportunities to work from home as part of your agreed Dynamic Working arrangement. If you have worked the time, you are also able to accrue and take up to 15 days of Flexi-leave per annum, in addition to the 25 days of annual leave provided and bank holidays.Security Clearance All employees at MBDA are required to hold UK Security or BPSS Clearance.