HR Business Partner

Millbank Holdings; Inverness; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Millbank Holdings on-site in the Scottish Highlands seeks an experienced HR Manager to lead a comprehensive people strategy for a major hydro‑electric project. You will advise operational teams, resolve complex employee relations matters, and partner with senior leaders to embed HR best practice across a joint venture environment.

The role requires a hands-on, visible approach with strong communication, problem-solving, and change management skills to support a diverse, high-volume workforce on

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in a HR Manager or Senior HR Advisor role within a project or operational environment
• Strong employee relations experience, including case management and advisory
• Sound knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
• Proven ability to influence and build relationships with stakeholders at all levels
• Experience working in fast-paced, complex or multi-site environments
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills

Responsibilities

• Provide a proactive and comprehensive HR advisory and administration service to project teams
• Act as the primary point of contact for HR-related queries, resolving issues effectively and efficiently
• Advise, influence, and support managers on HR best practice, employee relations, and people management
• Build strong, credible relationships with managers, acting as a trusted HR partner
• Manage complex employee relations cases including disciplinary, grievance, redundancy, and exits
• Monitor and analyse employee relations trends, implementing appropriate interventions
• Support absence management processes, working closely with Occupational Health where required
• Guide and support managers in the consistent application of HR policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with employment law and maintain up-to-date HR knowledge
• Conduct exit interviews and analyse data to inform workforce strategies
• Support recruitment activity during peak periods or absences
• Contribute to a positive workplace culture and promote company values across the project

Skills

Employee relations

Stakeholder influence

Communication

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Education

CIPD qualification

Job description

Do you have demonstrable experience managing complex employee relations cases independently within a fast-paced project or operational environment?

Have you successfully partnered with senior managers to influence people decisions and drive HR best practice across a multi-disciplinary workforce?

Are you ready to play a key role in shaping the workforce behind one of the UK's most exciting renewable energy infrastructure projects?

The Opportunity

This is a unique opportunity to join a groundbreaking hydro-electric power scheme at a pivotal stage of delivery, supporting a major infrastructure project that will contribute to the UK's long-term renewable energy strategy. Due to continued project expansion and workforce growth, our client is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead and deliver a comprehensive people strategy on-site. Working within a high-performing, multidisciplinary environment, you will play a key role in supporting operational teams, shaping workforce culture, and ensuring best-in-class HR practices across a complex joint venture setting. This role offers the chance to influence senior leadership, drive people-focused initiatives, and embed a strong, consistent HR framework across a major construction programme.

Your duties and responsibilities will be

• Provide a proactive and comprehensive HR advisory and administration service to project teams
• Act as the primary point of contact for HR-related queries, resolving issues effectively and efficiently
• Advise, influence, and support managers on HR best practice, employee relations, and people management
• Build strong, credible relationships with managers, acting as a trusted HR partner
• Manage complex employee relations cases including disciplinary, grievance, redundancy, and exits
• Monitor and analyse employee relations trends, implementing appropriate interventions
• Support absence management processes, working closely with Occupational Health where required
• Guide and support managers in the consistent application of HR policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with employment law and maintain up-to-date HR knowledge
• Conduct exit interviews and analyse data to inform workforce strategies
• Support recruitment activity during peak periods or absences
• Contribute to a positive workplace culture and promote company values across the project

You will have the following qualifications & experience:

• Demonstrable experience in a HR Manager or Senior HR Advisor role within a project or operational environment
• Strong employee relations experience, including case management and advisory
• Sound knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
• Proven ability to influence and build relationships with stakeholders at all levels
• Experience working in fast-paced, complex or multi-site environments
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills

It's great if you also have the following

• Experience within construction, infrastructure, engineering, or energy sectors
• Experience working within joint ventures or large project environments
• CIPD qualification (or working towards)
• Experience supporting high-volume or project-based recruitment
• Exposure to Occupational Health coordination and absence management strategies
• Track record of supporting cultural and organisational change initiatives

The setting for the role

This role will be based on-site within a major hydro-electric project in the Scottish Highlands, supporting a diverse workforce across multiple disciplines. It requires a visible, hands-on approach, working closely with operational teams, leadership, and joint venture partners to deliver a consistent and effective HR service in a dynamic project environment.

Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we'll do our best to accommodate.

Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business