HR Officer [Fixed Term Contract]

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 of 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

This is a fixed term contract for 12 months.