Altrad UK, Ireland & Nordics
Head of Industrial Relations
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Job Title: Head of Industrial Relations
Location: Hinkley Point C
Contract Type: Permanent
Start Date: TBC
Salary: Competitive Salary + benefits
About Us
We are the leading provider of infrastructure services. At Altrad, we transform our nation’s critical infrastructure to operate safely and sustainably.
With over 11,000 talented people, we provide the full spectrum of critical engineering and construction services for industries both onshore and offshore.
Why Join Us?
- Work on high-impact projects within a leading organisation at the forefront of the industry.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a focus on innovation and excellence.
As an employer, we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and wellbeing of all our people.
Inclusivity Statement
We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible and inclusive. If you require any adjustments at any stage - including interviews or assessments, please let us know. We’re happy to discuss what would help you take part fully.
Role Details
The Head of Industrial Relations will lead the MEH Programme’s approach to workforce relations across the alliance, ensuring constructive engagement with trade unions, adherence to collective agreements, and proactive resolution of workplace issues. This role is strategic and programme critical, providing trusted leadership on complex IR matters, while also enabling site level consistency and alignment with partner organisations.
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Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a strategic industrial relations framework for the MEH Programme that reflects the unique alliance model and the scope of the construction and installation phases.
- Act as the primary liaison with recognised trade unions, maintaining constructive relationships and ensuring alignment with national and local agreements.
- Lead negotiations and consultations on key workforce matters including pay, terms, disputes, and operational changes, in coordination with partner HR teams and site management.
- Ensure compliance with the ECSA providing expert guidance on interpretation and application.
- Support site level and project wide dispute prevention and resolution, ensuring consistent handling and avoiding project disruption.
- Provide oversight and assurance for disciplinary, grievance, and dispute processes, working closely with HR teams embedded within the MEH Alliance and its partners.
- Collaborate with legal, HR, and operational teams to ensure that any IR risks are identified early, and that the programme is well prepared for planned or emergent issues.
- Represent the MEH Programme in relevant alliance forums, national working groups, or industry bodies as required.
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Key Requirements
- Significant experience leading industrial relations in a unionised, major infrastructure or construction environment, ideally with alliance or JV complexity.
- Deep knowledge of the ECSA and/or other national agreements governing mechanical and electrical construction work.
- Confidence in handling high-stakes discussions and negotiations with trade unions and workforce representatives.
- A strategic mindset able to anticipate future risks and build frameworks that support long-term industrial stability and workforce productivity.
- Strong influencing and relationship building skills particularly across multiple employers, trade union reps, and client stakeholders.
- Political awareness, emotional intelligence, and calm under pressure.
- An understanding of cultural transformation programmes and the role of industrial relations in enabling high performance.
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