Workforce Management Specialist at Kanadevia Inova in Leicestershire, England, United Kingdom | GBP40,000-50,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

compliance

ppe management

tool delivery

data management

incident tracking

field allocation

Ensure full compliance with Kanadevia Inova’s QHSE requirements, internal policies, and external regulations.
Identify development and succession planning opportunities for the blue-collar workforce.
Manage workwear and PPE inventory, distribution, and timely replacements.
Monitor attendance, shift schedules, work hours, and standby coverage.
Act as Line Manager for blue-collar employees, providing supervision and guidance.
Ensure compliance with Kanadevia Inova processes and procedures across the team.
Coordinate travel, accommodation, and transportation for site personnel.
Record and track incidents, deviations, and improvement actions in alignment with the Management System.
Arrange tools, equipment, and material delivery to ensure operational readiness.
Maintain accurate and current workforce data in planning systems (e.g., WSP).
Allocate and mobilise field personnel to project sites in line with approved plans and operational requirements.
Collaborate with P&C, Finance, Spare Parts, and Technical Services to support personnel operations.

Requirements

qhse

manpower planning

associate degree

microsoft office

wsp

ifs

Able to work under time constraints and adapt to evolving operational needs.
Strong QHSE awareness and commitment to safe working practices.
Strong understanding of QHSE standards and onsite industrial or construction environments.
Demonstrable experience in manpower planning, workforce coordination, or field administration within industrial, construction, or manufacturing environments.
Associate degree in Business Administration, Logistics, or a related discipline.
Effective communicator with a service-oriented approach.
Proficient with workforce planning tools (e.g., WSP) and Microsoft Office; ERP experience (IFS preferred) is advantageous.
Experience working within a matrix organisation and cross-functional stakeholder groups.
Highly organised, reliable, and proactive in managing competing priorities.
Experience in heavy industry, ideally service type work and line management of technicians and operatives.
Detail-oriented, accountable, and able to work both independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

Wellbeing support and employee assistance resources
Smart/hybrid working options (role dependent)
Cycle to Work Scheme
Annual salary review and company weighted bonus
Private medical and dental insurance
Life insurance (4× salary) and disability insurance
Pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution
Career development and growth opportunities

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Over 89 years

Engineering Heritage

The company has nearly a century of engineering experience, established in 1933.

2010

Global Expansion

Merged with a major Japanese industrial engineering group, combining Swiss innovation with global reach.

17+ Countries

Global Presence

Operates in over 17 countries, showcasing extensive international footprint.

2025

Technological Expansion

Secured Vølund grate technology assets in Denmark to bolster its technological arsenal.

Evolved from L. von Roll Aktiengesellschaft to Von Roll Inova, bringing nearly a century of engineering heritage.
Specializes in developing, engineering, procuring, and constructing complex thermal and biological Waste-to-X and gas upgrading plants.
Builds pioneering power-to-gas and renewable gas systems, leveraging decades of plant operation expertise.
Recently acquired North American service provider Matrix Power Services, reinforcing its after-sales and maintenance footprint.
Operates flagship projects like the Medworth CHP facility in Cambridgeshire and biomethane investments in the Netherlands.
Combines deep-rooted Swiss quality with a passion for innovation, delivering solutions that convert waste into value.

Culture + Values

Customer Focused
Innovative Solutions
Collaboration and Teamwork
Agility and Adaptability
Integrity and Transparency

Environment + Sustainability

2050 Target

Net Zero Commitment

Committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 to address climate change.

Commitment to reducing carbon footprint across operations
Focus on energy efficiency and sustainable resource use
Ongoing investments in renewable energy sources
Reduction of waste through circular economy practices

Inclusion & Diversity

Encouraging diversity in leadership and talent development
Fostering a culture of inclusion in all aspects of the business
Active efforts to maintain gender balance within teams

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Role

Description

compliance

ppe management

tool delivery

data management

incident tracking

field allocation

Ensure full compliance with Kanadevia Inova’s QHSE requirements, internal policies, and external regulations.
Identify development and succession planning opportunities for the blue-collar workforce.
Manage workwear and PPE inventory, distribution, and timely replacements.
Monitor attendance, shift schedules, work hours, and standby coverage.
Act as Line Manager for blue-collar employees, providing supervision and guidance.
Ensure compliance with Kanadevia Inova processes and procedures across the team.
Coordinate travel, accommodation, and transportation for site personnel.
Record and track incidents, deviations, and improvement actions in alignment with the Management System.
Arrange tools, equipment, and material delivery to ensure operational readiness.
Maintain accurate and current workforce data in planning systems (e.g., WSP).
Allocate and mobilise field personnel to project sites in line with approved plans and operational requirements.
Collaborate with P&C, Finance, Spare Parts, and Technical Services to support personnel operations.

Requirements

qhse

manpower planning

associate degree

microsoft office

wsp

ifs

Able to work under time constraints and adapt to evolving operational needs.
Strong QHSE awareness and commitment to safe working practices.
Strong understanding of QHSE standards and onsite industrial or construction environments.
Demonstrable experience in manpower planning, workforce coordination, or field administration within industrial, construction, or manufacturing environments.
Associate degree in Business Administration, Logistics, or a related discipline.
Effective communicator with a service-oriented approach.
Proficient with workforce planning tools (e.g., WSP) and Microsoft Office; ERP experience (IFS preferred) is advantageous.
Experience working within a matrix organisation and cross-functional stakeholder groups.
Highly organised, reliable, and proactive in managing competing priorities.
Experience in heavy industry, ideally service type work and line management of technicians and operatives.
Detail-oriented, accountable, and able to work both independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

Wellbeing support and employee assistance resources
Smart/hybrid working options (role dependent)
Cycle to Work Scheme
Annual salary review and company weighted bonus
Private medical and dental insurance
Life insurance (4× salary) and disability insurance
Pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution
Career development and growth opportunities

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found