An excellent opportunity exists for a HR Manager to join a leading engineering contractor based in Co. Down.

This is a fantastic opportunity for any HR Manager, or for any current HR Generalist wanting to take the next step into a management role. The post-holder will manage and deliver a range of Human Resources services for the Group consisting of 100+ employees throughout the Ireland & the UK. The role will involve daily management of a small HR team and working alongside senior management to help develop a highly professional Human Resources function.

This is a hands-on role that will require effective management of employee relations, resourcing & development, absence management, recruitment & selection, along with the actual delivery of such activities, and that of others as and when they arise.

Responsibilities:

•  Manage employee administration, management and maintenance of up to date and accurate employee records
•  Advise and support managers in the review and forward planning of current and future staffing requirements within the group in accordance with policy and employment legislation.
•  Support recruitment campaigns across the company including compiling and certifying job descriptions, job advertisements, preparing short listing and conducting interviews, issuing offer letters, contracts of employment etc.
•  Provide advice and support to management and health & safety team regarding the identification of training and development needs for staff.
•  Analyse and interpret policies and procedures in order to influence the actions of line managers and team leaders across the group. Assisting them with meeting legal, procedural and workforce development requirements.
•  Dealing with general HR queries from employees efficiently and effectively.
•  Provide effective and appropriate advice and support to managers across the organisation in relation to all HR policies and procedures and legislative requirement including investigations, disciplinary, grievances and performance management.
•  Coordinate and administer the employee appraisal system for the company.
•  Manage Fair Employment monitoring forms and assist with compiling Fair Employment Returns
•  Collate data/information and producing statistical and other reports for internal use, required by the Company Accountant, Payroll department, IT department, H&S Department and others from time to time.
•  Ensure legislative compliance at all times, including policies and procedures, terms and conditions of employment, and statutory reporting.

Criteria:

•  Minimum of 4-5 years' HR experience
•  IT literate and proficient in the use of MS office and computerised personnel management systems
•  A strong working knowledge of employment legislation and best practice.
•  Proficiency in MS Office package, including databases
•  A high level of confidentiality
•  Excellent interpersonal and customer facing skills
•  Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
•  Construction/ Engineering sector experience

Applicants with experience of working within the ROI marketplace  is desirable but not essential.

A competitive salary & remuneration package will be tailored to attract the best candidate on the market.

For more information or to discuss in confidence, please contact CSR on 02892627488. Alternatively, to apply, click on the link below.

Crescent Specialist Recruitment (CSR) is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Crescent Specialist Recruitment (CSR) operates as both an Employment Agency and Employment Business on behalf of our clients.