At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead major programmes and ensure seamless project transitions at Hinkley Point C.
- Company: Join Cavendish Nuclear, a leader in clean energy and defence.
- Benefits: Generous holiday, matched pension scheme, health support, and professional development.
- Other info: Flexible working options and a commitment to inclusivity.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on critical energy projects while shaping your career.
- Qualifications: Leadership experience in project management and a degree in engineering or related field.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Location: Hinkley Point C, Bridgwater, Somerset
Compensation: Attractive Salary + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF74324
At Cavendish Nuclear, we’re working to create a safe and secure world, together. If you join us, you can play your part as a Head of Mobilisation at our Hinkley Point C site. This is a brilliant opportunity to work as part of the MEH Alliance on the prestigious Hinkley Point C Nuclear project. The alliance works across the project to integrate and coordinate the delivery of all main Mechanical, Electrical, Heating, Ventilation and Air‑Conditioning (MEH), cabling and associated support services. This innovative approach helps different contractors work as a single entity to deliver the complex installation of cabling and pipework in the power station’s vast network of rooms.
As Head of Mobilisation you will lead the end‑to‑end mobilisation of major programmes and contracts, ensuring projects transition seamlessly from concept to operational delivery. This is a high‑impact leadership role where you will shape mobilisation strategy, drive cross‑functional collaboration, and ensure operational readiness across complex engineering and defence programmes. This is a full‑time role, working 37.5 hours per week and based at our Hinkley Point C site.
Day‑to‑day responsibilities:
- Leading mobilisation activities across multiple programmes to ensure successful and timely delivery
- Driving mobilisation strategies, governance, and planning frameworks across projects
- Coordinating cross‑functional teams to achieve operational readiness and performance targets
- Managing risks, resources, and stakeholder engagement throughout mobilisation phases
- Ensuring compliance with contractual, regulatory, and safety requirements
Essential experience:
- Demonstrating leadership experience within programme delivery, mobilisation, or project management environments
- Managing complex, large‑scale projects within engineering, defence, or infrastructure sectors
- Driving stakeholder engagement across senior internal and external partners
- Applying strong governance, risk management, and delivery frameworks
- Leading and developing high‑performing teams in a fast‑paced environment
Qualifications:
- Degree or equivalent experience in engineering, project management, or a related discipline
- Project or programme management qualification such as Association for Project Management or equivalent (desirable)
Security Clearance: The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Standard (BPSS) security clearance for this role.
What We Offer:
- 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
- Reservist special paid leave of 10 days
- Holiday Trading – the opportunity to buy additional leave or sell up to one working week from annual entitlement (operational window February through March)
- ‘Be Kind Day’ – one working day paid leave per year for volunteering with chosen organisation or registered charity
- Excellent development opportunities and wellbeing programme including employee assistance programme
Cavendish We’re Cavendish Nuclear – a team of approximately 5,000 specialists and a core part of Babcock International Group. Across clean energy, defence, and civil decommissioning, your work will contribute to projects that are critical to energy security and national protection. Together, we’re shaping a future that lasts – not only through the impact we make, but through meaningful careers that respect your work‑life balance.
We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header ‘Reasonable adjustments requirement’. We’re committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone’s free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working – please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.
Closing date: 08/07/2026
Head of Mobilisation in Bridgwater employer: Babcock International Group
Cavendish Nuclear is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at the prestigious Hinkley Point C site in Bridgwater, Somerset. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, generous benefits, and ample opportunities for professional development, we foster a culture of collaboration and innovation. Join us to contribute to critical projects in clean energy and defence while enjoying a healthy work-life balance and the chance to make a meaningful impact.
Contact Details:
Babcock International Group Recruitment Team
