Join Us as a Business Unit General Manager
Location: Huddersfield
Full-Time | Permanent
Package: Competitive Salary + Benefits
Are you a collaborative and purpose-driven leader ready to make a lasting impact? At VINCI Energies, we're seeking a Business Unit General Manager (BUGM) in our Actemium Automation Perimeter to guide strategic direction, drive operational excellence, and build empowered, high-performing teams — all while championing sustainability and innovation.
About the Role
In this pivotal leadership position, you will oversee the full lifecycle of our Business Unit — from strategic planning and financial oversight to business development, health & safety, and team growth. You'll collaborate across the organisation and with external partners to deliver meaningful results that align with our values and vision for the future.
What You’ll Be Doing
1. Lead with vision: Oversee operations and performance, creating a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and shared success.
2. Drive sustainable growth: Develop business strategies, expand market opportunities, and foster long-term customer relationships.
3. Champion health & safety: Promote a proactive, inclusive safety culture and ensure regulatory compliance.
4. Empower people: Inspire and develop your team, supporting career growth and inclusive leadership practices.
5. Deliver financial outcomes: Take responsibility for the Business Unit’s budget, financial reporting, and performance.
About You
We’re looking for someone who brings a blend of strategic thinking, operational acumen, and emotional intelligence. If you have experience in industrial automation or a similar project-based environment, and enjoy empowering others to thrive, we’d love to hear from you.
You may have experience with:
6. Leading cross-functional, high-performing teams
7. Developing and delivering strategic business plans
8. Building trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders
9. Managing P&L and financial reporting
10. Promoting safe, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces
Don’t meet every single requirement? We encourage you to apply anyway – your unique perspective and experience could be exactly what we need.
Why join us?
At Actemium, we believe great people deserve great rewards. Here’s what’s in it for you:
11. Competitive salary (depending on experience)
12. Discretionary annual bonus
13. 25 days holiday + bank holidays
14. Health shield cash plan + BUPA health insurance
15. EV car purchase scheme
16. Pension contributions matched up to 7%
17. VINCI share scheme (6 months length of service qualifying period)
18. Supportive, dynamic team with strong values
Why VINCI Energies?
At VINCI Energies, we build more than infrastructure — we build careers, innovation, and positive impact. Our culture is based on trust and empowerment, integrity and responsibility, innovation and entrepreneurship, and team spirit and generosity. We also offer:
19. A high-impact leadership role with autonomy
20. Opportunities for continuous learning and career progression
21. A strong focus on sustainability and energy transition
22. A supportive and inclusive working environment
23. Flexible working arrangements where possible
Inclusion Matters
We’re committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.