Human Resources/Health & Safety Assistant

Acumen Logistics; England; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in the UK is seeking a Human Resources/Health & Safety Assistant. You will manage the HR system, assist in meetings, and ensure compliance across depots. Ideal candidates will have experience in HR or are pursuing a relevant qualification. Strong communication and organizational skills are vital. The role offers training and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR or Health & Safety is necessary, or working towards a relevant qualification.
• Strong organization skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities are essential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and excellent communication skills are key.

Responsibilities

• Manage and update the HR system.
• Draft contract amendments and salary adjustment letters.
• Assist with disciplinary and grievance meetings.
• Conduct advertisements and initial interviews.
• Ensure Health & Safety documentation is distributed.
• Travel to depots across the UK for audits.

Skills

Experience in HR or Health & Safety

Strong organization skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Resilience

Education

Relevant qualification in HR or Health & Safety

Job description

Are you seeking a dynamic position filled with variety and growth? Do you thrive on problem-solving and continuously improving processes? If so, we have just the role for you at our Head Office in Northampton. Join our successful team as a Human Resources/Health & Safety Assistant and embark on an exciting journey with us.

We are specialists in Automotive Logistics. If its automotive, we move itcars, trucks, or parts. Our commitment to service and innovation has propelled us into the UK's top 100 logistics companies, serving some of the nations most successful businesses. Our team thrives on passion, collaboration, and a drive to continually improve.

Role Overview

This role is ideal for individuals who flourish in fast-paced environments and enjoy tackling new challenges daily. Believe me, you will never be bored!

Responsibilities

• Managing and updating the new HR system
• Drafting contract amendments and salary adjustment letters
• Assisting with disciplinary and grievance meetings, including note-taking
• Placing advertisements and conducting initial interviews
• Ensuring Health & Safety documentation is distributed and responses collected
• Assisting with diary management
• Assisting with updating HR policies, handbooks, and terms & conditions
• Providing general administrative support for both HR and Health & Safety functions
• Travelling to depots across the UK to audit files and ensure compliance with controlled systems and procedures
• Answering the phone and general office duties
• Completing ad hoc tasks as needed

About You

We are looking for someone with some experience in HR or Health & Safety or who is working towards a relevant qualification. This role will involve lots of on-the-job training and support and additional courses will be supplied for the right candidate. Building relationships across the group and a willingness to travel, sometimes requiring overnight stays, are important. A good sense of humour is also valued! Success in this role requires excellent organisation and the ability to manage multiple priorities. You should be a confident communicator, able to engage with colleagues at every level from drivers to directors and with external partners. Resilience, attention to detail, a proactive approach, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential.