HR Manager

Recruit4Staff (Wrexham) Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering business is seeking an experienced HR Manager to oversee HR activities on a major infrastructure program. This role encompasses recruitment, employee relations, and performance management, requiring robust knowledge of HR legislation. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in construction or engineering, along with relevant CIPD qualifications. Offering a competitive salary and full-time hours, it is an excellent opportunity for HR professionals looking to make an impact in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

8% employer pension contribution

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• 5+ years as HR Manager, Senior HR Advisor, or HR Business Partner in relevant sectors.
• In-depth knowledge of HR legislation and compliance.
• Experience in managing HR operations in construction or engineering.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality HR service for a multidisciplinary workforce.
• Lead all site-based HR activities including recruitment and onboarding.
• Promote positive work culture and manage employee relations.

Skills

Proven experience as an HR Manager

Strong understanding of employment law

Experience managing end-to-end HR operations

Confident handling disciplinary processes

Education

CIPD Level 5 or Level 7

Job description

Recruit4staff

We are representing a leading civil engineering business in their search for an HR Manager to work in Seascale.

Job Details

Pay: £70,000 - £75,000 (Car allowance: £5,750)

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, Days, Full Time (45 hours)

Duration: Permanent

Benefits: 8% employer pension contribution, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Job Role

As HR Manager, you will take responsibility for delivering a high‑quality HR service to support a large, multidisciplinary workforce on a major long‑term infrastructure programme. You will lead all site‑based HR activities including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, workforce planning, training coordination, performance management and policy compliance. You will work closely with project leadership teams, site management and central HR functions to ensure all people‑related processes are robust, compliant and aligned with the organisation's values.

This HR Manager role demands excellent organisational skills, a strong grasp of HR legislation and the ability to guide managers through complex workforce issues in a highly regulated environment. You will also promote a positive work culture, manage grievance and disciplinary processes, support employee welfare and help drive continuous improvement across HR operations. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced HR Manager with a strong background in construction, engineering or similar regulated sectors.

Essential Skills, Experience, or Qualifications

• Proven experience as an HR Manager, Senior HR Advisor or HR Business Partner within construction, engineering, manufacturing, or large‑scale project environments
• Strong understanding of employment law, HR best practice and regulatory compliance
• Experience managing end‑to‑end HR operations including onboarding, ER casework, performance management and workforce planning
• Confident handling disciplinary, grievance and capability processes
• CIPD Level 5 or Level 7 (or equivalent experience)

Advantageous Skills, Experience, or Qualifications

• Previous experience working on large infrastructure or major project environments
• Experience supporting high‑volume recruitment and mobilisation

Commutable From

• Drigg
• Seascale
• Egremont
• Whitehaven
• Cleator Moor
• Gosforth
• Workington
• St Bees
• Nethertown
• Holmrook
• Ravenglass

Similar Job Titles

• HR Business Partner
• Senior HR Advisor
• Human Resources Manager
• People Manager
• HR Lead
• Project HR Manager
• Employee Relations Manager

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