VANRATH is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a leading manufacturing employer in Carrickfergus for a Human Resources Officer to join their established HR team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR professional with a passion for employee relations and coaching to play a key role in delivering consistent and professional HR support across the business.
The Role
Reporting to the Assistant HR Manager, this role will provide support across a broad range of generalist HR duties with a particular focus on employee relations, absence management, and day-to-day HR advisory services. You’ll also assist with recruitment, HR reporting, and help drive initiatives around wellbeing and organisational culture.
This contract offers a chance to join a highly collaborative team and gain valuable experience within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide advice and support to managers and staff on employee relations issues, including disciplinary, grievance, and absence management.
- Lead or support onlow-level investigations and provide guidance on HR policy application.
- Support the recruitment and onboarding process, including chairing interview panels and issuing associated documentation.
- Maintain and manage employee data and HR systems to produce reports and ensure compliance with internal processes and legislative requirements.
- Assist with the administration of benefits, HR projects, and health & wellbeing initiatives.
- Prepare employment correspondence, contracts, and support in maintaining job descriptions.
- Support the delivery of community engagement initiatives such as school visits, careers talks, and outreach events.
What You’ll Need to Succeed
Essential:
- A relevant third-level qualification and/or CIPD qualification.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a generalist HR role.
- Experience handling employee relations issues and supporting line managers through HR processes.
- Strong working knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and confident using HR systems.
Desirable:
- Experience with PAMS and NorthTime Pro systems.
Why Apply?
- Gain valuable experience in a highly regarded manufacturing company.
- Play a key role in maintaining a positive and compliant employee relations environment.
- Work as part of a supportive HR team during a period of business growth and transformation.
- Opportunity to broaden your HR project experience and community engagement work.
Interested?
This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional seeking a new challenge or a return to work with a defined contract duration. For more information or to apply, contact Emma Hall on or email your CV to .
Skills:
HR Employee Relations HR Generalist
