Plant HR Manager - Part-time (24 hours per week)

at  Prysmian Group

About Prysmian
We are global cable player leading the energy transition and digital transformation. With over 150 + years of experience, 28,000+ employees. 52 Countries. 100+ plants worldwide, we drive new forms of energy and information to each and every corner of the earth.
We offer the widest range of services and know-how in the industry. Each year, the Group manufactures thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium and low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibres, copper cables and connectivity systems for voice, video and data transmission for the telecommunications sector.
About The Role
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Plant HR Manager to join our team. You will provide an effective HR service to Managers and Employees within our Aberdare factory, working as part of the broader UK HR Team. Working within a fast-paced, operationally focused environment the role will provide first line support and guidance to Managers and Employees on a range of HR topics.
Please note this is a part time position. 24 hours per week preferred with flexibility in how these are worked)

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of best practice human resource solutions that support the Plant to achieve improved performance and operational effectiveness.
• Support the local implementation of HR strategy including compensation and benefits, training, strategic recruitment programs and employee relations programs.
• Uphold and support managers with Prysmian Group and UK policies and procedures, ensuring compliance and escalating as necessary.
• Support and administer the absence management process including monitoring employee absence providing guidance to Managers on the relevant Absence Control Procedure and organise weekly absence meetings amongst the site leadership team
• In conjunction with Talent Acquisition, coordinate the recruitment process, including screening CVs, participate in interviews / assessment centres and draft offers of employment. Ensure that an effective and timely recruitment process is provided.
• Manage the onboarding and induction processes in accordance with UK Policies and Procedures.
• Handle employee relations issues and disputes, supporting Managers with investigations of misconduct issues, complaints or grievances; problem and conflict resolution and corrective actions predominantly with the non-desk worker population.
• Support Discipline and Grievance processes and provide guidance to Line Managers to ensure a best practice approach.
• Support the implementation of actions identified via the annual Company’s engagement survey, “Speak Up” in addition to supporting Managers to grow participation and build positive relationships.
• Manage trade union relationships, including but not limited to negotiation with union representatives on plant agreements – writing and monitoring of agreements.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Ideally educated to degree standard in a relevant discipline (for example Business or Human Resources)
• Extensive experience providing a generalist HR service preferably within an operational (Logistics / Manufacturing) environment
• A CIPD qualification (level 5) is desirable
• Proven ability to communicate at a variety of levels
• Experience working with Trade Unions would be beneficial
• Experience in advising on complex ER matters
• Thorough understanding of HR best practices and industry trends
• Experience and passion in leading mental health and wellbeing initiatives

What we offer

• 25 days holiday plus statutory holidays
• Defined Contribution pension scheme and generous life assurance
• Yes Share Scheme – annual enrolment
• Health Care Cash Plan – scheme which provides reimbursement of optical, dental and chiropody fees up to set limits.
• 24/7 free and confidential employee counselling service
• On-line Language Learning Access
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave and pay
• Generous sick pay arrangements
• EE Mobile Discounts
• Dell Advantage discounts
• Rewards Portal – discounts on major retailers
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Transition to Retirement Policy
• Vitality scheme
• Free Flu Jab

Prysmian , as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.
All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
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• Support the delivery of best practice human resource solutions that support the Plant to achieve improved performance and operational effectiveness.
• Support the local implementation of HR strategy including compensation and benefits, training, strategic recruitment programs and employee relations programs.
• Uphold and support managers with Prysmian Group and UK policies and procedures, ensuring compliance and escalating as necessary.
• Support and administer the absence management process including monitoring employee absence providing guidance to Managers on the relevant Absence Control Procedure and organise weekly absence meetings amongst the site leadership team
• In conjunction with Talent Acquisition, coordinate the recruitment process, including screening CVs, participate in interviews / assessment centres and draft offers of employment. Ensure that an effective and timely recruitment process is provided.
• Manage the onboarding and induction processes in accordance with UK Policies and Procedures.
• Handle employee relations issues and disputes, supporting Managers with investigations of misconduct issues, complaints or grievances; problem and conflict resolution and corrective actions predominantly with the non-desk worker population.
• Support Discipline and Grievance processes and provide guidance to Line Managers to ensure a best practice approach.
• Support the implementation of actions identified via the annual Company’s engagement survey, “Speak Up” in addition to supporting Managers to grow participation and build positive relationships.
• Manage trade union relationships, including but not limited to negotiation with union representatives on plant agreements – writing and monitoring of agreements