Human Resources Assistant - Oregon

Barratt Redrow; Derby; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 45,000

Job description

Oregon Timber Frame are a division of Barratt Developments. We specialise in the design, manufacture, supply and erection of structural timbers to all divisions across the group.

Due to continued growth we are actively looking to increase our HR resource to assist with providing confidential and comprehensive HR support and professional advice across all aspects of our business.

A significant element of the role will be spent reviewing current ways of working under the guidance of the existing HR team.

The role will suit someone with a positive personality, excellent communication and good listening skills and a professional, proactive approach to their work.

You will be responsible for:

• Providing HR advice in the application of HR policies and procedures, escalating complex issues to the HR Manager, where appropriate.
• Assisting the HR team to co-ordinate and oversee HR processes for the end-to-end lifecycle of recruitment, starters, leavers, pre-employment checks, and workforce changes across all manufacturing locations, when required.
• Assisting with Recruitment Campaigns.
• Maintaining data accuracy on HRMS and regularly reporting to monitor data quality in line with GDPR.
• Note taking at meetings as required, including disciplinary and grievance hearings.
• Working to continuously improve the HR services delivered to enhance organisational performance.
• Maintaining accurate training records and co-ordinating and arranging training for employees and our subcontract erections, when required.
• Assisting with the monitoring of long and short term absenteeism, providing advice and reporting of performance.
• Arranging and monitoring Occupational Health visits to ensure service standards are met.
• Supporting the HR Manager in monitoring HR process compliance and the effective creation and maintenance of human resource digital and paper records across all aspects of our business, ensuring compliance within the wider legal framework (Human Rights Act, Right to Work and GDPR etc).
• Co-ordinating social events to increase employee engagement (Race Days / Team Building Events / Xmas Function etc).
• The nature of the post will, from time to time, require commitment outside of normal office hours, including evenings or working away from home – this will be coordinated with notice.

To be successful in the role, we are looking for:

• Good time management: Ability to prioritise workload in a timely manner.
• Computer literacy in the use of Microsoft packages including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Publisher.
• Excellent numeracy skills and attention to detail.
• Organised and methodical.
• Teamworking: Team player who strives to actively help others.
• Previous experience of working within an HR department.
• Have or be working towards CIPD accreditation.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge and expertise of best practices in Employment Legislation.
• Experience of working with confidential information and in compliance with data protection regulations.
• High degree of discretion required.

We’ve been nationally recognised as a 5 star housebuilder since 2010 for supplying high-quality homes for all generations. It’s because we combine the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of building.

Barratt adopts a hybrid way of working which assumes that where roles allow, our office-based colleagues divide their time between working in the office, on our construction sites and sales offices, and working from home, as the role dictates. We recognise the many benefits that an effective hybrid working culture brings to both the Company and our colleagues.

As part of working for Barratt Redrow PLC and specifically for this role we offer:

• Competitive Bonus Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance - Single Cover
• Annual Health Assessment
• 26 days’ holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years’ continuous service up to 29 days)

Today’s housebuilding professional need tomorrow’s benefits, so they’re ready for whatever the future brings. When you join Barratt, you get the kind of support you would expect from a business built for a modern working world.

Private medical cover

Private healthcare support is available for timely access to a virtual GP, for diagnosis, treatment and more — including physio and talking therapies. You can even add family members.

Pension

First-class pension schemes with the option of up to 10% employer contributions.

Annual Health Assessment

All colleagues are able to access a fully funded annual health assessment, helping you to proactively manage your health and wellbeing.

As well as a competitive salary, we offer many ways to make life more affordable – from access to employee loans and savings accounts, to house purchase discounts.

Cycle to Work scheme, reduced hotel rate, discounts at major retailers… These make a massive difference to the quality of your lifestyle.

So much more…

From death in service, paid volunteer and study leave, enhanced family-friendly policies (including our Parents and Carers leave) to a share buying scheme, we have an incredible range of additional benefits.

About Oregon Timber Frame England

With two decades of industry-leading experience, Oregon is a key timber frame supplier in the UK, providing high quality products and excellent customer service. Oregon plays a crucial role in the homebuilding industry by offering innovative and sustainable solutions for building design and construction by using top-of-the-line timber frame technology. Established in 1998, we have a deep sense of pride in what we have achieved in the UK over the last two decades — and the future is looking even brighter.

Where you’ll be working

Here is where you'll be based, whether that's an office or one of our sites.

Putting diversity and inclusion front and centre

We know that a diverse team is better for our customers, makes us a more attractive employer and results in a stronger, more sustainable business. Which is why we're so committed to developing our inclusive culture.

Thinking ahead to leave a better world behind

We’re building a sustainable tomorrow, one house and one community at a time. Our commitment to our customers is rooted in every decision and day-to-day action we take.

See how our colleagues are building tomorrow together.