Sofina Foods is more than just a food company. It’s a place where you can grow your career, learn new skills, and make a positive impact. With a wide range of meat and seafood products that delight consumers worldwide, Sofina Foods is always looking for talented and passionate people to join its team of over 13,000 employees across 40 sites in Canada and Europe. At Sofina Foods, you will be part of a culture that values innovation, quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. You will work with diverse and delicious products that are sourced responsibly and sustainably from over 50 different protein sources from 5 continents. Our vision is to be the most successful food company in the world - If you are looking for a rewarding and exciting career in the food sector, Sofina Foods is the place for you. Reporting to the HR Manager, the Human Resources Officer will be responsible for coordinating the Cookstown site's strategic initiatives, including but not limited to leadership development, employee engagement, operational performance management, onboarding and employee development. Collaborate with site teams to understand operations, shift patterns, benefits, and pay structures. Identify changes to improve efficiency, streamline processes, and boost engagement. Maintain strong union relationships and effectively manage collective bargaining and grievances. Provide a responsive HR function to address employee issues promptly and legally, reducing litigation risks. Support line managers in applying disciplinary and grievance procedures fairly. Develop initiatives to enhance employee engagement and communication. Implement and update HR policies, consistent absence management, and ethical standards (Sedex, Smeta). Ensure compliance for audit readiness and identify required training for all roles. Guide managers on HR issues, supporting them through challenges to mitigate business risks. Third-level qualification in HR, business studies, or a related field CIPD membership or equivalent recognized HR qualification Minimum of 2 years as an HR officer in a fast-paced setting Solid understanding of NI employment legislation Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook Strong communication, organization, and presentation skills Ability to work with strict confidentiality and strong attention to detail Motivation to advance within the HR field Competitive rates Online Benefits Hub Canteen Life insurance On-site parking Company pension Health & wellbeing programme