Are you ready for a new challenge in Human Resources?

Do you want to work for a company that genuinely values and empowers its people? Are you looking for a business that is committed to your development, career progression, and well-being?

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as an HR Officer at Hinkley Point C, one of the most significant construction projects in the UK, as we continue to grow.

About the Role:

As an HR Officer, you'll provide vital support across all aspects of people management, with a particular focus on employee relations and recruitment. This is a generalist role where you'll be involved in both day-to-day operations and longer-term HR initiatives.

Working on-site at HPC, you'll be a key member of our collaborative HR team. You'll help ensure an efficient, proactive HR function, foster positive working relationships, and offer clear, practical advice to managers and employees alike.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and enjoys the variety of working across different business areas. We're looking for someone who's eager to learn, confident in managing the full employee life cycle, and committed to delivering excellent service.

What We Can Offer You:

• Salary starting from £37,000, depending on experience
• Annual Leave: 25 days per year + Bank Holidays
• Bonus: 8.5%, paid monthly
• Shift Pattern: 9-day fortnight (Monday-Friday one week, Monday-Thursday the next)
  • Current working hours are 07:30 - 16:30 Monday to Thursday, and 07:30 - 12:30 on the working Friday
• Life Assurance & Company Sick Pay
• Pension Scheme: 5% employer contribution
• Employee Benefits Platform: Access to lifestyle savings and discounts on most high street retailers, a Reward and Recognition programme, and a virtual GP
• Career Development: Opportunities for training and development
• Employee Assistance Programme: Health and well-being support services
• Well-being and Career Progression: As an employer of choice, we prioritize your well-being, training, and career growth
• Employee Referral Scheme: Earn rewards for referring talented individuals

What We Need From You:

• HR Experience: Ideally gained in the construction sector with a unionised workforce
• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills with keen attention to detail
• Stakeholder Interaction: Ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels, with the confidence to challenge when necessary
• Organisational Skills: Exceptional ability to prioritize and manage conflicting deadlines
• Pressure Handling: Able to work accurately under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• HR Knowledge: Solid understanding of HR practices and UK employment legislation
• Dynamic Approach: Positive, proactive, and able to set high expectations
• CIPD Qualification: Preferred candidates will be CIPD Level 5 qualified, working towards it, or willing to undertake training

Site-Specific Information:

• You must provide a 3-year work history for vetting in line with HPC protocols
• You must obtain the HPC pass
• You must complete the CITB Operative HSE test before starting

The role is site-based, requiring a 45-minute bus journey from Bridgwater (or other local areas) provided by Somerset Passenger Solutions. 

Join Us!

If you're passionate about people, thrive in complex environments, and want to be part of a supportive team on a landmark project, we'd love to hear from you.

Main Responsibilities:

• Provide timely and accurate advice on employee relations and management practices
• Support end-to-end case management of employee relations matters, including:
  • Investigations
  • Disciplinaries
  • Grievances
  • Absence management
  • Performance management
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including Unions and the client's employment affairs unit, to ensure compliance with company policies and current employment legislation, escalating complex cases to the HR Team Leader and HR Manager
• Coordinate and participate in investigation meetings, hearings and formal HR processes, including preparing meeting invitations, outcome letters and attending the meetings in an advisory and notetaking capacity
• Provide administrative support and coordination for restructuring or right-sizing initiatives
• Advise and guide line managers and employees on best practice, ensuring consistency and fairness
• Keep accurate and confidential records in line with GDPR and company policies
• Maintain up-to-date HR data and reporting to ensure organisational visibility and accountability, producing clear and concise reports where required
• Provide relevant and timely management information and analysis in relation to ER cases.
• Coordinate recruitment processes, including posting job vacancies, screening CVs, scheduling interviews, managing candidate communication and processing offers in line with company procedures
• Support recruitment activities between the site Employee Affairs Unit and Wilson James' central HR team, including planning and attending recruitment assessment centres and job fairs
• Oversee the onboarding of new employees, ensuring pre-employment checks are completed and new starters receive a smooth and professional welcome
• Develop and deliver training and coaching to line managers on core HR policies and procedures
• Support HR projects and initiatives that promote employee engagement and positive workplace culture
• Maintain confidentiality and handle all HR matters with professionalism and discretion
• Carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by your line manager to support the business