Job Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced HR professional to support daily operations across a range of areas, including recruitment, absence management, performance monitoring, and employee relations.
About the Position
* Promote a positive work environment by managing daily absence reports, communicating with employees, and maintaining accurate trackers.
* Investigate and escalate breaches of absence policy, ensuring compliance and fair treatment.
* Collaborate with supervisors and managers to conduct absence investigations and disciplinary processes.
* Analyze weekly absence KPIs to identify trends and areas for improvement.
* Schedule welfare and absence review meetings to address long-term and repeated short-term absences.
* Coordinate occupational health referrals and appointments to ensure timely return-to-work documentation.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Contribute to end-to-end site recruitment activities, including job posting, shortlisting, and arranging interviews.
* Manage the recruitment and selection process for General Operative roles, from drafting job adverts to onboarding new hires.
* Support employee onboarding, including HR induction, document collection, and initial check-ins.
* Prepare and issue employment contracts, ensuring right-to-work compliance.
* Represent the company at career fairs and external events to promote the brand and attract top talent.
Employee Engagement Strategies
* Develop and implement employee engagement initiatives in collaboration with internal teams and external partners.
* Organize quarterly employee forum meetings to foster open communication and feedback.
* Maintain and update communication platforms, including noticeboards and digital displays.
* Coordinate the engagement calendar to ensure consistent messaging and visibility.
Performance Management Practices
* Participate in grievance and investigation processes to ensure fair treatment and resolution.
* Remind line managers to complete probationary reviews, providing support during meetings as needed.
* Issue meeting invites and facilitate performance-related discussions to drive growth and development.
General HR Support
* Provide expert advice on HR policies and procedures to stakeholders.
* Handle routine HR correspondence and serve as a point of contact for employee queries.
* Update and maintain HR trackers, ensuring accurate and timely information.
* Manage confidential records in HR databases, adhering to data protection regulations.
* Support the HSE team with relevant administrative tasks to ensure seamless operations.
* Contribute to ongoing HR and HSE projects, driving improvements and best practices.
* Produce HR KPIs to inform strategic decision-making and resource allocation.
* Notify relevant departments of new starters and leavers, managing associated documentation.
* Conduct exit interviews to gather valuable insights and drive future success.
Required Skills and Qualifications
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships at all levels.
* A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement and innovation.
* Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Essential Knowledge and Experience
* 1-2 years of proven HR Generalist experience, with a focus on absence management and investigations.
* Solid understanding of employment law and its practical application in the workplace.
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail, with proficiency in MS Office and HRIS systems.
* CIPD qualification or equivalent is desirable, but not essential.
* Previous experience in an FMCG environment is advantageous, but not required.