HR Manager

Michael Page; Buxton; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page are supporting a leading manufacturing organisation in Buxton to appoint an experienced HR Manager who will lead the people agenda on site, partnering with senior operational leaders to deliver a proactive and commercially focused HR service. This standalone, site-based role covers employee relations, workforce planning, organisational change, talent development and engagement.

You will act as the trusted HR partner to site leadership, manage complex ER matters and coach managers

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an HR Manager or Senior HR Business Partner role.
• Strong employee relations and stakeholder management expertise.
• Experience within manufacturing, engineering, construction, industrial or similar operational environments.
• Comfortable operating in a standalone role with autonomy and accountability.
• Hands-on, pragmatic approach with credibility to influence at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior operational leaders to deliver the site's people strategy.
• Lead on complex employee relations casework and workforce issues.
• Support organisational change, restructures and business transformation activity.
• Drive employee engagement, performance and capability initiatives.
• Coach and influence managers on all aspects of people management.
• Ensure HR policies, processes and employment legislation are applied effectively.

Skills

Employee relations

Stakeholder mgmt

Performance mgmt

Job description

An exciting opportunity for an experienced HR professional to lead the people agenda at a manufacturing site in Buxton, partnering closely with operational leaders to deliver a proactive and commercially focused HR service. This standalone role offers broad exposure across employee relations, organisational change, talent management and workforce planning within a fast-paced industrial environment.

Client Details

I'm currently supporting a leading manufacturing organisation with the appointment of an experienced HR Manager to join their site in Buxton.

This is a highly visible, standalone role where you'll act as the trusted HR partner to site leadership, supporting a large and diverse workforce. You'll play a key role in driving the people agenda, managing complex employee relations matters, supporting organisational change, and building strong relationships across the business.

This opportunity would suit an HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced operational environment and enjoys being close to the business, influencing decision-making and delivering practical people solutions.

Description

• Partner with senior operational leaders to deliver the site's people strategy
• Lead on complex employee relations casework and workforce issues
• Support organisational change, restructures and business transformation activity
• Drive employee engagement, performance and capability initiatives
• Coach and influence managers on all aspects of people management
• Ensure HR policies, processes and employment legislation are applied effectively

Profile

• Proven experience in an HR Manager or Senior HR Business Partner role
• Strong employee relations and stakeholder management expertise
• Experience within manufacturing, engineering, construction, industrial or similarly operational environments
• Comfortable operating in a standalone role with autonomy and accountability
• A hands-on, pragmatic approach with the credibility to influence at all levels

Job Offer

• £57,000 - £63,000 salary
• Company car or car allowance
• 15% annual bonus
• Private family medical cover
• Generous pension
• Free on-site parking

Please note: This is a fully site-based role, requiring presence on-site 5 days per week.

Short notice candidates are particularly welcomed, with interviews taking place shortly.