HR Manager - Aberthaw & Southern SC&L

HR Manager Aberthaw & Supply Chain & Logistics SouthJob IntroductionAre you an experienced HR professional looking for an opportunity to make a real impact in a dynamic operational environment?At Tarmac, who you are matters. We are currently recruiting for an HR Manager to support our Aberthaw Cement Plant and Supply Chain & Logistics South operations. This is a highly visible and influential role, partnering with senior leaders across the business to deliver a proactive, commercially focused and people-centred HR service.As part of our national Cement HR team, you'll play a key role in shaping and delivering our people agenda, ensuring best practice, compliance, employee engagement and organisational effectiveness across a diverse workforce. This is an exciting opportunity for a confident HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys building strong relationships, influencing decision-making and driving positive change.What You'll Be DoingAs HR Manager, you will act as a trusted advisor to operational and senior leadership teams, providing expert guidance across the full employee lifecycle. Your responsibilities will include:Delivering a high-quality HR service that supports both operational priorities and strategic business objectivesPartnering with leaders to implement people strategies, workforce planning initiatives and organisational effectiveness programmesManaging complex employee relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance, absence and capability casesBuilding management capability through coaching, mentoring and practical HR supportDeveloping strong relationships with Trade Union representatives and supporting industrial relations activity, including pay negotiationsLeading organisational change programmes, restructures, consultations and transformation initiatives in a legally compliant and commercially focused mannerDriving employee engagement, communication and wellbeing initiatives across the businessSupporting recruitment, onboarding, talent management and succession planning activities to ensure strong talent pipelinesIdentifying learning and development needs and supporting leadership teams to build future capabilityAnalysing HR metrics and people data to identify trends, recommend improvements and support informed business decision-makingContributing to wider HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives across Tarmac's Cement operationsWhat We Are Looking ForWe're looking for a commercially minded HR professional who can confidently influence stakeholders, navigate complex people challenges and build strong relationships across all levels of the organisation.You will ideally have:Significant generalist HR experience within a manufacturing, industrial, engineering or similarly operational environmentDemonstrable experience managing complex employee relations cases and organisational change programmesExperience working within a unionised environment and building productive relationships with Trade Union representativesStrong knowledge of UK employment legislation and its practical applicationExperience coaching and influencing managers and leaders at multiple organisational levelsA degree-level qualification, ideally in Business or a related disciplineCIPD Level 5 qualification (or currently studying towards it)You'll also bring:Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skillsThe ability to challenge constructively and influence decision-makingStrong commercial awareness and a pragmatic approach to problem solvingConfidence managing competing priorities in a fast-moving environmentA collaborative, inclusive and people-focused mindsetThe resilience to make difficult decisions when required while maintaining trust and credibilityA passion for continuous improvement and driving positive organisational changeWhy TarmacWe don't just offer a job, we offer a career.Alongside this role, you'll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including:Bonus schemeEnhanced holiday entitlementContributory pension schemeAccess to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential adviceAccess to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc.(REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopauseTraining and development opportunitiesTarmac is committed to being a Forces-friendly employer.If youre coming from a military background, well support your transition and help you build a successful career with us.Were proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, were here to support you.Ready to build your future?Click Apply to get started. Please note: we sometimes close roles early due to high interest, so dont wait too long!#Tarmac #TarmacCareersTarmac Trading LimitedTPBN1_UKTJ