Senior HR Generalist – 12-Month Maternity Contract – Athy, Co.
Kildare
My client, a well-established and globally operating manufacturing organisation, is currently seeking to recruit a Senior HR Generalist to cover a 12-month maternity contract at their site in Athy, Co.
Kildare.
This is a key, hands-on HR role supporting site leadership and employees across the full employee lifecycle in a fast-paced, unionised manufacturing environment.
This position would suit an experienced HR professional who is confident operating autonomously, providing both strategic and operational HR support.
The successful Senior HR Generalist will be responsible for:
Providing end-to-end HR generalist support across the site
Acting as the primary point of contact for managers and employees on HR matters
Managing employee relations issues including disciplinaries, grievances, performance management, absence management, and investigations
Supporting and advising line managers on Irish employment legislation, company policies, and best practice
Working closely with site leadership to support workforce planning and organisational needs
Supporting recruitment activities including onboarding, contracts, and inductions
Managing HR administration, reporting, and maintaining accurate employee records
Supporting payroll inputs and liaising with payroll providers as required
Driving engagement initiatives and supporting a positive employee culture
Supporting training, development, and succession planning initiatives
Ensuring HR policies, procedures, and compliance standards are consistently applied
Acting as a key HR contact in a unionised environment, supporting engagement and consultation processes
Supporting audits and compliance requirements as needed
The successful Senior HR Generalist will be:
Qualified in HR (Degree level or equivalent)
A senior-level HR Generalist with strong experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
Experienced in managing complex employee relations cases independently
Knowledgeable in Irish employment law and HR best practice
Comfortable working in a unionised environment
Highly organised, resilient, and confident working at pace
A strong communicator with the ability to influence at all levels of the organisation
Comfortable operating both strategically and hands-on
What's on offer:
12-month maternity contract
Competitive salary dependent on experience
Opportunity to join a stable, well-structured manufacturing organisation
Exposure to senior stakeholders and site leadership
For a confidential discussion and more information on this role, please contact Sarra Hadi
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