Job Description

Who we are in a nutshell.
At BES Group, we pride ourselves in being the leading end to end risk management solutions provider in the UK and Ireland. That means it's our job to help keep our customers assets' legally compliant, operational and, above all else, safe. And we do this with a team of the very best people, simple.
Our infrastructure division is crucial to the safety of key civil infrastructure across the UK and beyond. Our specialist team are experts not only in completing the most thorough inspections on critical structures such as railway bridges, but also in accessing some of the most challenging locations. From abseiling to diving, the skills and expertise of our team is impressive, meaning we can support our customers, no matter what.
This Unit Leader position will be responsible for the South England area.
What will you be doing?
As a Unit Leader for BES Infrastructure, you will be responsible for the successful deployment of technically and operationally competent resources to deliver Structural Inspections, Investigations and Surveys across a wide range of infrastructure civil engineering assets.
The Unit Leader will look after a team of up to 25, ensuring that staff are highly engaged and receive the necessary support and development. As well as being responsible for management of staff performance and wellbeing usually across a geographical area.
You will:

• Promote safe working practices at all times and actively participate, and where appropriate to lead, in safety initiatives providing support to others as required
• Work with the Engineering Management Team to ensure that staff competence is managed effectively, through appropriate training, mentorship and assessment, then maintained through technical briefings & site observations
• Ensure that the resourcing and delivery of all activities is done in accordance with project requirements
• Lead on health and safety investigations in accordance with XEIAD accident and incident investigation procedures
• Support the ongoing development of members of staff including the broadening of technical and operational knowledge through mentoring and coaching
• Engage professionally with clients and other key external stakeholders as required creating strong relationships with key individuals

As part of our team, you will get:

• A starting salary from 43,000 plus a 4,200 car allowance (salary depending on experience)
• Company Pension Scheme
• Life cover
• Annual salary review
• 24 days annual leave rising to 25 days after 4 years' service plus 8 bank holidays /
• Access to our buy holiday scheme
• Opportunity for flexible working
• Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Discounts and savings via our employee benefits portal
• Health and well being support via our Employee Assistance Programme
• Companywide volunteering scheme
• Guaranteed fundraising support for your chosen charity

To join our team, you will need:

• Experience in a relevant leadership, supervision or people management position
• Knowledge and understanding of delivering works safely within an engineering or infrastructure environment
• Proven ability of working effectively within a team environment with a dedicated approach to motivating and developing technical and operational teams
• Level 3 qualification in Leadership and Management is ideal
• Highways Safety Passport or Railway PTS desirable
• Working knowledge of Specialist Access (e.g. IRATA, Confined Space, IPAF, CAA GVC, HSE Diving) is desirable
• UK Driving license

We want you to be you!
Our focus on diversity, equality and inclusion is here to stay.
Our team is made up of some of the most skilled and talented people and that's what matters to us. At BES Group, we want our people to know that they can be their true authentic selves at work, it really is that simple.
What's more, we're a Real Living Wage employer across our complete business and we are delighted to have pledged our committed to the military community by signing the Armed Forces Covenant.
Go for it! Research suggests that some people tend to only apply for roles if they meet all requirements. If you don't meet every point above, but still feel like you could really help make a difference in this role, please apply, you might be exactly what we're looking for.
To apply for this role, simply click "Apply". We ask for some basic contact information and a CV or your LinkedIn profile, it's that easy! Please note, successful candidates will be required to complete the relevant background checks as part of the recruitment process.
BES Group, where our people and our customers come before everything else.