HR Administrator

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated HR Administrator to join a manufacturing site in Halewood on a contract basis until June 2027. This role is focused on providing comprehensive HR support with an emphasis on employee absence management and operational attendance improvement across manufacturing facilities. Full training will be provided, making it suitable for candidates aiming to build a career in Employee Relations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and support absence cases related to manufacturing to enhance attendance and operational outcomes.
• Provide prompt assistance for short and long-term absences, including cases involving restricted workers.
• Identify situations needing early intervention and implement support measures to shorten absence duration.
• Coordinate absence management training sessions for stakeholders within the manufacturing setting.
• Collaborate with Employee Relations Administrators to review and refine absence policies and procedures.
• Work alongside Occupational Health to facilitate timely interventions and effective employee support plans.
• Encourage employee wellbeing initiatives and communicate available support services to help reduce absenteeism.
• Ensure precise absence reporting and supply relevant data to support trend evaluation and informed decision-making.
• Develop strong partnerships with HR teams, line managers, and other key business stakeholders.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts within the Employee Relations domain.
• Perform additional duties as required to support the Employee Relations Operations Administrator function.

Qualifications and Requirements

• High accuracy and great attention to detail in all tasks.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to effectively prioritize diverse responsibilities.
• Effective communication skills with managers at various levels.
• Customer-oriented mindset committed to delivering quality HR support.
• Capability to work autonomously while managing multiple competing demands.
• Proven experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
• Good judgment combined with critical thinking and analytical capabilities.
• Confidence and competence in using HR information systems and digital tools.
• Exemplifies core values including Customer Love, Unity, Integrity, Growth, and Impact.
• Resilient and adaptable to perform effectively in challenging environments.
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills.

Additional Information

This opportunity is offered on a contract basis inside IR35 until June 2027 with an hourly rate of GBP 23.60 inclusive of holiday pay and agency employer contributions. The position is based on-site in Halewood with a hybrid work approach. Candidates with a passion for employee relations and personal development in HR are encouraged to apply.