Payroll Team Lead
Location: Hinkley Point C, Bridgwater, Somerset
Compensation: Attractive Salary + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF68753
At Cavendish Nuclear we’re working to create a safe and secure world, together. As a Payroll Team Leader at our Hinkley Point C site, you will be part of the MEH Alliance on the prestigious Hinkley Point C Nuclear project, coordinating the delivery of all main Mechanical, Electrical, Heating, Ventilation and Air‑Conditioning (MEH) services.
Role Overview
This is a permanent role based at Hinkley Point C, Bridgwater, working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. You will lead a team of Payroll Coordinators and ensure accurate, timely payroll processing for a large blue‑collar workforce, directly contributing to employee wellbeing and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and support Payroll Coordinators, manage workload distribution, and serve as an escalation point.
* Coordinate payroll activities using the Kronos Time and Attendance system following approved procedures.
* Act as the MEH focal point for all on‑site payroll matters for blue‑coloured personnel up to Superintendent level.
* Resolve pay queries efficiently to support positive industrial relations and employee engagement.
* Collaborate with HR and IR teams to ensure compliance with operational agreements and payroll processes.
Essential Experience
* NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, or demonstrable competency through assessment/interview.
* Strong IT skills across the full Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and data analysis.
* Experience working in a payroll department managing multiple payrolls and pay types.
Qualifications
* NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification.
Security Clearance
The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Standard (BPSS) clearance.
Benefits
* Generous holiday allowance
* Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
* Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
* Employee share scheme
* Employee shopping savings portal
* Payment of professional fees
* Reservists in the armed forces receive 10 days of paid leave
* Holiday trading allows buying or selling up to one working week of annual leave
* Be Kind Day provides one paid day for volunteering each year
* Comprehensive development opportunities and well‑being support
Closing Date
07/11/2025
Disability Confident Employer
We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need reasonable adjustments, please email careers@babcockinternational.com with the subject header ‘Reasonable adjustments requirement’. We are happy to discuss flexible working.
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