HR MANAGER

We are currently working with a market leading contractor who provide services forconstruction industry. Our client has a very good reputation in the industry and are planning to expand. Due to this, they have a requirement for a HR Manager to lead their recruitment.

Main duties

• Provide timely, pragmatic and sound employment relations advice to Directors and Managers.
• Respond efficiently and effectively to all incoming questions, issues and requests raised by management and employees. Manage all requests through their life cycle until closure, monitor progress of outstanding issues and highlight any issues to relevant parties.
• Advise, support, coach and challenge employees/managers, as appropriate.
• Keep abreast of current and pending employment legislation, monitor compliance and changes that occur in the budget such as tax, national insurance and statutory payments
• Manage disciplinary & grievance issues, following process and keeping interested parties updated with the progress.
• Manage sickness absence, undertake welfare visits where appropriate and provide support or signpost where support is available.
• Provide support and signpost where help is available for employees experiencing emotional or mental ill health.
• Ensure appropriate medical evidence or support is obtained through contacting GP/treating medical professional for medical report , arranging occupational health assessments if required and considering phased return to work programmes if necessary.
• Maintain the employment handbook; developing new policies and updating existing policies and procedures in line with changing employment legislation. Ensure policies and associated documentation reflect any internal business changes.
• Work with the Compliance Manager to ensure that Company policies are applied and adhered to, providing support for Audits and other annual requirements.
• Manage the recruitment process including; sourcing, interviews/testing, selection, offer paperwork, inductions and employment administration from start to finish, referencing checks and upkeep of personnel files. Ensure new starters are set up with IT, order all equipment and ensure vehicle is ready for the employees first day.
• Manage contracts with external providers including pension administration, accident and life insurance and private medical insurance.
• HR administration including: wage/salary forecasts, relevant financial estimates, preparation of monthly payroll pack for the Finance Director, attendance, annual leave, equal opportunities.
• Update & manage online induction portal. Ensure the documents are current & information is sent to new starters and check induction has been completed.
• Liaising with apprenticeship training provider, ensuring training is booked & progress is monitored. Keeping up to date with Levy account & keeping in contact with apprentices giving them support with their additional studies.
• CITB levy returns
• Leading recruitment drive through local colleges to get next generation of staff through to apprenticeships via the yard.
• Register and manage potential insurance claims for employees resulting from accidents/incidents at work

Essential requirement(s)

• Significant HR generalist experience
• Excellent understanding of employment legislation
• Strong ER experience; disciplinary, grievance, redundancy, absence management
• Excellent IT skills including use of Excel, Word and Outlook
• Excellent organisational skills and an ability to work to deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Responsive to a changeable environment with a flexible and pragmatic approach
• Able to encourage and coach individuals.
• Highly numerate: able to both produce and analyse statistical information
• Able to draft accurate and complex letters, reports, policies, procedures
• CIPD Level 5 or equivalent experience
• A working knowledge of SAGE payroll would be an advantage.