ABOUT THE ROLE:
We’re looking for a proactive and knowledgeable HR Officer to join our established HR team at Numatic International, ideally you will be available immediately and able to support our team until December 2026
This is a varied and hands-on role where you’ll provide expert HR advice, support managers with people-related matters, and help deliver key HR initiatives aligned with business goals. You’ll play a crucial role in maintaining a positive workplace culture while ensuring compliance with employment legislation and internal policies.
If you enjoy balancing operational HR with strategic input—and aren’t afraid to handle complex or sensitive issues—this role offers both challenge and opportunity.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Act as a first point of contact for HR queries, offering clear and practical advice to managers and employees
· Support managers with employee relations, including performance, attendance, and disciplinary matters
· Ensure HR policies and procedures are applied consistently and in line with UK employment law
· Assist with and lead on HR projects and initiatives, supporting wider business strategy
· Prepare and support formal meetings and hearings, ensuring accuracy and compliance
· Analyse HR data and metrics to inform decision-making and continuous improvement
· Support resourcing, learning & development, and wellbeing initiatives
· Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and trade union representatives
· Contribute to HR audits and GDPR compliance activities
· Help drive employee engagement and organisational change initiatives
ABOUT YOU:
· CIPD Qualified to at least level 5
· Proven experience in a generalist HR role
· Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
· Experience managing employee relations cases and sensitive situations
· Ability to work with a range of stakeholders, including managers and unions
· Must have a proactive, solution-focused mindset
· Confidence to challenge and influence where needed
· A collaborative approach with the ability to build strong relationships
· Discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information
· Flexibility to adapt in a fast-paced environment
£35k - £40K pa depending on experience
Free on site parking
Excellent team
Access to other HR professionals to support your development
Paid annul leave
Numatic International, best known for the Henry and Hetty Vacuum cleaners alongside cordless solutions through to customisable janitorial systems, is undergoing substantial expansion in the next 3 – 5 years. Numatic delivers professional, practical, and reliable equipment, designed, engineered, and all made right here in the UK. With sales to over 90 countries worldwide and an enviable new product slate there has never been a better time to join.
We are based in Chard, Somerset which offers a semi-rural lifestyle and access within 20 minutes to stunning coastal shorelines, yet has quick links to major towns and cities.