H.R. Officer
Contract Role
Dungannon
We are currently looking to recruit a HR Officer to cover maternity [looking at potentially a 12-month fixed contract]. We are looking for the applicant to start at the beginning of June to accommodate a handover for the role.
Role Purpose:
To operate and maintain efficient and effective transactional Human Resources (HR) activities and implement policies & procedures to successfully achieve the company's business targets and meet legislative requirements.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Maintain necessary employee records, in accordance with legislative requirements, for effective communication with all employees, across all business functions.
- Resolve day-to-day employee queries and provide appropriate information.
- Maintain absence management records and monitor compliance with absence & timekeeping procedure.
- Be actively involved in recruitment process by preparing job descriptions and person specifications, preparing advertisements, posting ads etc. to achieve appointment of the right person for the job.
- Maintain the Apprenticeship Programme and school engagement activities via MEGA.
- Plan and source training to encourage employee development, assist in delivering training, including inductions for new employees and maintain training records.
- Support the management of grievance and disciplinary issues according to company policy.
- Work closely with line managers/supervisors, assisting them to understand and implement policies and procedures and relevant employment legislative changes.
- Support the development & implementation of HR initiatives to gain employee engagement and to attract & retain employees e.g. Health & Wellbeing Programme, Health Insurance, Bonus allowances etc.
- Work with the HR Manager to develop HR strategies, to consider immediate and long-term employee requirements in terms of numbers, skill sets & benefits.
- Assist with implementing performance conversations and support managers/supervisors in maintaining records and reviewing agreed development goals.
- Work with the managers & supervisors to progress continuous improvement projects across all business areas, particularly the HR projects, to achieve agreed business targets.
- Review existing HR policies & procedures in line with business requirements and develop any necessary new policies and procedures.
- Keep HR Manager informed of ongoing matters, provide updates and reports for Senior Management and advise on how employment law can be met to ensure company compliance.
- To promote equality & diversity as part of the company's culture and help ensure HR adds value to the company.
- Any other duties, within reason and capability, as agreed with the HR Manager/ Senior Managers.
Person Specification:Qualifications & Relevant Experience2+ years recent experience in a HR role
CIPD Level 5 Certificate in HR Management
Experience working in a manufacturing environment
Skills, Knowledge & CompetenciesStrong working knowledge of HR legislation
Excellent communication & organisational skills
Demonstrated ability to deliver HR solutions in partnership across a broad range of functions
Persuasive, analytical and problem-solving skills
Confidentiality & sensitivity when required.
Proficient in use of MS Office applications
Knowledge of employee resolution strategies and on how to best represent the company at tribunals.
Circumstances:Self-motivated, enthusiastic team player
Desire to own decisions and take responsibility
Additional Info:HR Officer: Day Shift, Monday - Thursday 8am - 5pm, Friday 8am - 2pm [40 Hours p/week] Salary: £26,000 [£12.50 p/hr] - £32,240 [£15.50 p/hr] per year pending on Experience/Relevant Skills.
Our client also offers an Attendance & Time Keeping Bonus which is £35p/week as long as employees are clocking in/out & working full 40 hour weeks.
Private Medical Insurance to all employees.
How to Apply:Please send your full and up to date CV along with a cover note or email to David/Robert in our Multi-Sector team in order to apply for this role.
Please note at this time, applications can only be accepted from those who already hold legal right to work in Ireland.