Human Resources Advisor

JR United Kingdom; Inverurie; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the drilling sector is seeking an experienced HR Advisor for a permanent role based in Aberdeen. This position is crucial within the HR team, requiring expertise in HR processes, compliance, and strategic HR initiatives. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in HR advisory roles, particularly within the oil, gas, or industrial sectors, and will be adept at developing effective HR policies.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a senior HR advisory role.
• Strong track record in managing complex HR casework.
• Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead disciplinary and grievance matters ensuring compliance.
• Develop employee engagement strategies.
• Contribute to HR policy revision.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Human Resources

Degree in Business

Job description

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Hunter Adams is partnering with a leading client in the drilling sector to recruit an experienced HR Advisor for a permanent onsite position in Aberdeen.

This is a key role within the HR team, providing expert guidance on a broad range of HR matters and contributing to the ongoing development of strategic HR initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and facilitate disciplinary and grievance matters, ensuring full compliance with company procedures and employment legislation.
• Provide advice and support on workplace and industrial relations issues.
• Monitor and support performance management processes, including appraisals and performance improvement plans.
• Work closely with the Assistant HR Manager to enhance the company’s performance management system, providing proactive research and recommendations.
• Supervise sickness and absence monitoring strategies across the fleet, in collaboration with medical and OH providers.
• Register and manage personal injury and insurance claims with company insurers.
• Develop and implement employee engagement strategies by analysing motivation, commitment, and organisational culture.
• Support the Chief HR Officer and Assistant HR Manager in delivering HR initiatives aligned with strategic and operational objectives.
• Contribute to the creation and revision of HR policies and procedures.
• Promote and support digitalisation and automation within the HR department.
• Play a key role in the development and delivery of ongoing HR projects.

Experience & Qualifications:

• Significant experience in a senior HR advisory or generalist role.
• Strong track record in managing complex HR casework, including redundancy, disciplinary, and grievance procedures.
• Experience in developing and implementing HR policies and procedures.
• Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment legislation.
• Previous experience in the oil & gas, energy, or industrial sectors is highly desirable.
• Degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field

Personal Attributes:

• A collaborative and confident HR professional with the ability to mentor and develop junior team members.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong ability to build trusted working relationships at all levels of the organisation.

If this sounds like your next move, please get in touch.

To apply please send your CV to [emailprotected] or for a confidential discussion call Candice on 07702207329