Posted: 16 June
The role
Human Resources Business Partner (Maternity Cover – Up to 15 Months) – County Leitrim
Reporting To: Head of People
Working Hours: Monday to Friday
Role Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to join a busy and dynamic HR team on a maternity cover contract of up to 15 months.
Working closely with operational leadership teams, the HR Business Partner will provide comprehensive HR support across multiple sites and operational locations, partnering with managers and employees to deliver effective people solutions. The role encompasses all aspects of the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, employee relations, training and development, engagement, performance management, and legislative compliance.
This position supports approximately 150 employees across operational and production environments and requires regular travel between locations.
Key Responsibilities
Workforce Planning & Recruitment
Employee Onboarding & Integration
Employee Relations
Performance & Talent Development
Employee Engagement & Communication
HR Reporting & Compliance
Compensation & Workforce Administration
Health, Safety & Continuous Improvement
General HR Support
Detailed Responsibilities
Monitor and manage workforce headcount, attendance reporting, and workforce planning activities.
Manage end-to-end recruitment processes to ensure staffing levels meet operational requirements.
Coordinate recruitment campaigns, employee referral programmes, agency partnerships, and work permit applications where required.
Ensure employee records, payroll information, and time management systems are accurately maintained.
Manage employee onboarding and induction programmes.
Coordinate with Operations, Health & Safety, Quality, and Training teams to ensure a positive onboarding experience.
Ensure all new employees complete required induction and compliance training.
Provide guidance and support to managers on employee relations matters.
Coach and mentor managers on best practice people management.
Support disciplinary, grievance, and performance management processes.
Ensure consistency and fairness in the application of HR policies and procedures.
Maintain accurate documentation and records relating to employee relations matters.
Support probationary reviews, performance reviews, and personal development planning processes.
Monitor training requirements and support the implementation of effective training programmes.
Work with external providers and agencies to secure training opportunities and funding where appropriate.
Manage local training budgets and development initiatives.
Support employee engagement initiatives and promote a positive workplace culture.
Coordinate local communications including noticeboards, employee updates, and internal messaging.
Monitor employee feedback and recommend actions to improve engagement and retention.
Produce weekly and monthly HR reports including headcount, absenteeism, turnover, and training metrics.
Maintain employee records, personnel files, and training databases.
Ensure compliance with employment legislation and company policies.
Keep abreast of legislative developments and advise managers on emerging requirements.
Support salary administration, grading structures, and workforce data management.
Monitor working hours, overtime, and attendance patterns to ensure legislative compliance and operational effectiveness.
Assist with payroll-related administration and employee documentation.
Work closely with Health & Safety teams to support investigations, claims management, and compliance activities.
Participate in continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.
Support organisational change programmes and business transformation activities.
Participate in wider HR team projects and initiatives.
Ensure group HR policies are effectively implemented across supported locations.
Undertake additional duties and projects as required to support business objectives.
Key Stakeholder Relationships
Operational Management Teams
Department Managers and Supervisors
Health & Safety Teams
Payroll
Learning & Development
HR Team
Recruitment Agencies
External Training Providers
Candidate Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
Minimum 2 years' experience in a HR Generalist or HR Business Partner role.
Experience supporting operational, manufacturing, production, retail, logistics, or similarly fast-paced environments.
Strong employee relations experience.
Experience partnering with managers and coaching leadership teams.
Experience working within a labour-intensive operational environment is desirable.
Full driving licence and willingness to travel between sites.
Recruitment & Selection
Employee Relations
Employment Law
Performance Management
Coaching & Mentoring
Training & Development
Workforce Planning
HR Reporting & Analytics
Stakeholder Management
Organisation & Attention to Detail
End of Contract Bonus.
Opportunity to gain broad HR Business Partner experience across multiple operational sites.
Collaborative and supportive working environment.
Exposure to a diverse range of HR projects and initiatives.
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