HR Advisor

At Express Engineering, we are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and exceptional results for our clients. As a dynamic and growing company, we value teamwork, creativity, and a commitment to excellence. We are an Oil & Gas equipment manufacturer based in the North-East of England, with over 50 years of experience in manufacturing critical subsea components and systems.

We are part of the Express Engineering Group who employ more than 300 employees across the two companies, Express Engineering (Gateshead) and Express Engineering (Fabrications) (trading as QA Weld Tech).

We are currently seeking an exceptional HR Advisor to join our team. The role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and grow with our company.

Reporting to the Group HR Manager, the role will support all group companies.

The main duties of the HR Advisor role will include:

• Managing end-to-end recruitment campaigns from vacancy approval through to offer and onboarding
• Managing apprenticeship, work experience and early careers programmes, delivering our continued comment to new talent development.
• Coordinating internal and external training activities and maintaining training records.
• Monitoring mandatory training compliance and supporting the administration of learning systems.
• Supporting workforce planning, succession planning and performance appraisal initiatives.
• Providing support and coaching to line managers on employee relations matters including investigations, disciplinary and grievances processes.
• Support the development of internal communication initiatives that keep employees informed, engaged and connected to the business.
• Producing HR metrics and insights to support business decision making.
• Providing day-to-day HR advice to managers and employees on policies and procedures.
• Contributing to the HR Strategy through the delivery of HR projects and initiatives

As with all positions, due to the nature and varying demands of our business, the responsibilities and tasks are not limited to this overview and may change to meet future demands.

To be successful in this HR Advisor role at Express Engineering, you will:

• Experience coordinating onboarding and employee lifecycle activities.
• Previous experience in an HR Advisor, HR Officer or similar generalist HR position.
• A sound understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Strong communication skills.
• Be able to establish and maintain influential relationships with relevant stakeholders
• Previous experience working in a busy, fast-paced environment and knowledge of a manufacturing or engineering environment is desirable
• CIPD qualified or equivalent experience

Join Our Team

This is a fantastic time to join us at Express Engineering. If you are passionate about Human Resources Management and looking to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to grow with us.

Express Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome all applications however; you must be eligible to work in the UK.

This is a full-time, permanent role, based on-site Monday to Friday. We are happy to discuss flexible working options around working hours.

£35,900 per annum

What We Offer

• 25 days annual holiday in addition to statutory bank holidays
• Holiday Buy and Sell scheme
• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
• Generous contractual sick pay scheme
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Sports & Social Club
• Free on-site parking
• A collaborative and supportive work environment
• Opportunities for development and personal growth
• Opportunities to work on exciting and challenging projects