Head of HR in Construction & Engineering

at  Avolon ME LTD

Head of HR: - Construction & Engineering sector
Permanent: - Salary DOE
Onsite: Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm
My client is seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of HR to lead, support, and enhance their organisational development initiatives. This role includes managing a small HR team, ensuring compliance with legal and strategic goals, and partnering with senior management to shape the organisation’s HR strategies.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a deep understanding of HR compliance, strong leadership, excellent interpersonal skills, and a passion for fostering a collaborative and engaging workplace culture.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Master’s degree in Human Resources Management (or equivalent) or CIPD Level 7 (Essential).
• FCIPD/MCIPD (Desirable).
• 5+ years of experience in an HR Generalist role (Essential).
• Experience with Cezanne HR or similar people management software (Desirable).
• Prior experience in an engineering environment (Desirable).
• Strong knowledge of employment law, HR policies, and best practices (Essential).
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, especially Excel (Essential).
• Excellent presentation and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively at all levels of staff.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines effectively.
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism in all HR-related matters.
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems proactively and implement innovative solutions.
• Commitment to fostering collaboration, sustainable practices, and a culture of continuous improvement.
  Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
  Pay: £55,000.00-£88,807.90 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor’s (required)

Experience:

• HR: 5 years (required)
• Construction or Engineering: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• CIPD level 5 or 7 (required)

Work Location: In person
Reference ID: SCE

• Stay up to date with compliance regulations related to HR and ensure organisational adherence.
• Incorporate Health & Safety (H&S) legislation into business operations, ensuring its effective implementation.
• Invest in the professional development of staff through mentoring, performance management, and career planning.
• Develop, recognise, recruit, and nurture diverse talent across the organisation.
• Foster a positive and healthy team environment by resolving conflicts effectively and encouraging collaboration.
• Provide leadership by offering direction and feedback to team members and collaborating with department leaders.
• Promote sustainable and ethical work practices within the organisation.
• Collaborate on and lead projects, ensuring they are delivered within defined budgets and timelines.
• Build and maintain project schedules, monitor deliverables, and recalibrate plans as necessary to meet deadlines and budgets.
• Establish professional networks with external organisations and maintain key relationships within the business to act as a trusted partner for leadership and staff.