GENERAL

• Creating, implementing, and administering employee policies
• Updating and maintaining the managers toolkit
• Acting as an initial point of contact for managers and other employees on case management
• Preparation of relevant statistics or reports as required
• Providing advice to management on employee relations and management issues
• Take personal ownership for resolving issues or escalating where appropriate
• Attendance at formal meetings such as disciplinary, grievance, absence meetings as HR advisor or note taker
• Promote equality and diversity as part of the culture of the organisation
• Reviewing and updating job descriptions
• Raising Purchase Orders for the department
• Raising Occupational Health, EAP and physio referrals
• Monitor and maintain trackers
• Support the development and implementation of HR initiatives, systems and projects
• Contribute to ongoing effective working relations with all recognised trade unions
• Carry out any other reasonable request within the remit of the role

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE

• Human Resources Degree qualified or working towards completion before June 2025
• Member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written
• Can demonstrate strong organisational skills and is able to multi-task and work under pressure
• Demonstrates high levels of emotional intelligence and an ability to influence and persuade
• Demonstrates excellent time management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Computer literate, familiarity with Microsoft Office applications
• Numerate, able to manipulate, analyse and present data to provide meaningful management information
• Able to remain calm under pressure, with good problem-solving skills
• Able to work collaboratively as part of a team and proactive in helping colleagues

ROLE OVERVIEW

David MacBrayne HR (UK) Limited provides HR, payroll, and crewing services to all David MacBrayne Ltd Group companies, which employ a total of c. 2000 staff.
This is a generalist role for someone seeking a career in HR. As HR Advisor, you will support the business and HRBP team with a wide range of employee relation issues ranging from performance management through to discipline.
This position requires a blend of HR knowledge, agility in role, complex problem-solving skills and a good understanding of employment law and company policies.