SummaryExperienced Interim HR Manager – Hands-On, Immediate Impact in a Complex Manufacturing EnvironmentAdditional BenefitsDiscounted or Free FoodThe RoleWe are seeking an experienced interim or consultant HR Manager to join our Tullamore site on a 3-month fixed-term contract. This is a hands-on, operational role for someone used to stepping into complex, unionised manufacturing environments and quickly taking ownership of HR operations.You will hit the ground running, managing employee relations, recruitment, performance management, and compliance issues from day one. This role requires a practical, solutions-focused professional who can provide clear guidance to managers, resolve HR challenges efficiently, and ensure smooth, effective HR operations across the site.Please note: This is an in-office role with no hybrid option.Your Key ResponsibilitiesStep in as a senior HR leader on site, taking immediate ownership of HR operations across factory and retail functions.Lead employee relations matters with confidence, handling complex grievances, disciplinary cases, and performance issues professionally and fairly.Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and workforce planning, ensuring staffing needs are met efficiently.Drive training, development, and succession planning, supporting managers and teams to maintain performance standards.Ensure compliance with Irish employment law, HR policies, and health & safety regulations across the Republic of Ireland.Partner with site leadership to deliver engagement, wellbeing, and culture initiatives, providing practical support that works day-to-day.Provide data-driven HR insights to guide operational decisions and resolve immediate challenges.The Ideal CandidateExperienced interim or consultant HR professional, comfortable stepping into complex environments and making an immediate impact.Strong background in unionised, manufacturing, or FMCG operations.Skilled across employee relations, performance management, recruitment, and learning & development.Expert knowledge of employment law and compliance in the Republic of IrelandHands-on, solutions-focused, and resilient, capable of managing multiple priorities and sensitive situations with professionalism.Excellent communicator and trusted advisor, able to guide managers and teams effectively from day one.Why Sofina Foods?A high-impact, hands-on HR role with immediate responsibility for site operations.Opportunity to step into a busy, complex environment and make tangible improvements in a short timeframe.A chance to apply your interim/consultant experience to deliver practical results and influence site performance immediately.Company InformationSofina Foods isn't just a food company - It's a place to build your future.With a team of over 13,000 people across 40 sites in Canada and Europe, we're passionate about delivering quality meats and seafood products to consumers around the world.Join a company where innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction drive everything we do. At Sofina, you'll grow your skills, make a real impact, and work with responsibly sourced products from more than 50 protein sources across five continents.Our vision is bold: to be the most successful food company in the world.If you're looking for a rewarding career in the food industry, there's a place for you at Sofina Foods.Equal OpportunitiesSofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.ScheduleMonday to FridayLocationTullamore, County OffalyHours of WorkFull-timeCompanySofina FoodsCountry CodeIEAutoReqId5123BRAdRefINDB3