HR BUSINESS PARTNER
SOUTH QUEENSFERRY
COMPETITIVE SALARY
We are looking to recruit an HR Business Partner for our site in South Queensferry, which is one of the most modern steel foundries in the UK. The successful candidate will be responsible for HR Functions, Employee and Labour Relations. You will be required to advise and guide Managers and Employees on company HR policies and procedures, OSH claims management, and HR data management in accordance with the requirements of GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 while supporting the HR Team and administering a range of HR processes.
THE ROLE:
As an HR Business Partner, you will be required to:
1. Advise Leaders and employees on applicable HR Policies, procedures, and practices.
2. Build effective business relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders.
3. Coach and support Managers handling employee and performance issues; advise on discipline, grievance, and performance processes and act as HR attendee in such meetings.
4. Monitor statistics including absence and turnover; carry out analysis and assist line managers in their management of related issues; support line managers to make appropriate decisions and action plans based on trends in performance and absence data and employee feedback and Insights Survey.
5. Manage and coordinate any relevant HR and employee engagement projects and activities as required.
6. Participate as needed in the ongoing development of all employees, including competence and succession planning.
7. Carry out HR administration in connection with tasks being undertaken.
8. Implement, update, and monitor HR procedures and policies to ensure the business is compliant, promoting best practice and challenging the status quo.
9. Continually look for improvement initiatives on HR systems, processes, and practices.
10. Be the main point of contact for claims management such as employer liability claims, occupational hazard claims, injury, accident, or any other relevant claim.
11. Assist in ensuring Equal Opportunities are actively promoted within all aspects of employment.
12. Update and maintain an effective HR database system, including the production of reports, KPIs, and other statistics as required from this and other sources.
13. Support with HR aspects of employee health issues including occupational health and surveillance.
14. Adopt a modern, cost-effective approach to managing people across the business.
15. Regular travel to the Sheffield site.
16. Comply with and promote Company Health and Safety policies and take appropriate responsibility.
THE CANDIDATE:
The ideal HR Business Partner will have:
1. Relevant experience in an HR Leadership role at a Senior Level or Management position in a multi-site or manufacturing environment.
2. Excellent interpersonal skills used to work collaboratively with stakeholders to resolve routine and complex HR issues.
3. Up-to-date working knowledge and experience of Employment Law and general legislation.
4. Chartered member of the Institute of Personnel and Development (preferred).
BENEFITS:
1. 10% non-contractual annual bonus
2. Company funded external qualifications, where relevant for the role
3. Annual professional membership funded by the Company, where relevant for the role
4. 33 days holiday per annum, pro rata (inclusive of bank/public holidays)
5. Company pension scheme with up to a 7% employer contribution
6. As a member of the Group Personal Pension Plan, employee covered by the Company funded life assurance for 3½ times salary
7. Access to employee discounts hub
8. Discounted healthcare cash plan
9. Access to 24/7 free Employee Assistance programme
10. Various employee recognition schemes
ABOUT PROGRESS RAIL:
Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is one of the largest integrated and diversified providers of rolling stock and infrastructure solutions and technologies for the global rail industry. The company provides advanced EMD locomotives, engines, and technologies, railcars, trackwork, fasteners, signalling, rail welding, and Kershaw Maintenance-of-Way equipment, along with dedicated locomotive and freight car repair services, aftermarket parts support, and recycling operations.
Progress Rail's deep industry expertise ensures a commitment to quality through innovative solutions. With a global network across the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, Italy, Australia, China, India, South Africa, the United Arab Emirates, and the United Kingdom, we are committed to serving our customers.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES:
Progress Rail is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We value and embrace diversity of thought, background, and unique experiences, and we pride ourselves on being an inclusive workforce and culture.
HOW TO APPLY:
To be considered for this role, please click on the link provided. If you would like any further information about this vacancy before applying, please feel free to contact Taher Rahman at our Sandiacre factory.
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