Actemium Automation Yorkshire - Business Unit General Manager

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

• Lead with vision: Oversee operations and performance, creating a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and shared success.
• Drive sustainable growth: Develop business strategies, expand market opportunities, and foster long-term customer relationships.
• Champion health & safety: Promote a proactive, inclusive safety culture and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Empower people: Inspire and develop your team, supporting career growth and inclusive leadership practices.
• 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:

• Leading cross-functional, high-performing teams
• Developing and delivering strategic business plans
• Building trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders
• Managing P&L and financial reporting
• 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:

• Competitive salary (depending on experience)
• Discretionary annual bonus
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Health shield cash plan + BUPA health insurance
• EV car purchase scheme
• Pension contributions matched up to 7%
• VINCI share scheme (6 months length of service qualifying period)
• 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:

• A high-impact leadership role with autonomy
• Opportunities for continuous learning and career progression
• A strong focus on sustainability and energy transition
• A supportive and inclusive working environment
• 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.