HR Generalist

DP World; York (York County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

DP World seeks an HR Generalist at our York location to partner with employees and leaders in delivering HR support across relations, performance, recruitment, onboarding, attendance, benefits, policy administration and engagement.

In a fast-paced environment, this on‑the‑floor role requires approachability, organization and problem-solving to build strong relationships and promote a positive, accountable workplace. You’ll contribute to operational excellence and people programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in human resources, labor relations or business.
• Experience delivering professional HR, payroll, customer service, or admin duties in logistics, manufacturing or related fields.
• Knowledge of local HR laws and benefits.
• Proficiency with HRIS and MS Office suite.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work on the floor and partner with leaders.

Responsibilities

• Answer routine HR inquiries on disciplines, records, wages, absences, hiring, and policies and procedures.
• Participate in recruitment: review resumes, post jobs, interview candidates, complete onboarding paperwork.
• Conduct new hire orientation and safety training.
• Assist payroll and maintain HRIS data and employee records.
• Prepare HR reports and maintain seniority lists and related data.
• Collaborate with Employee Representatives/Union as applicable to resolve issues.
• Ensure benefits enrollment and timely changes.
• Investigate incidents and implement preventive measures.

Skills

Employee relations

Recruitment

Onboarding

Payroll

HRIS

Policy administration

Benefits administration

Performance management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, labor relations, or business

HR certification (SHRM/PHR)

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join DP World as an HR Generalist and become a key partner at our York location in supporting our people and operations. In this hands‑on role, you’ll work closely with employees and leaders across the organization, providing HR support in areas such as employee relations, performance management, recruitment and onboarding, attendance, benefits, policy administration, and employee engagement.

We’re looking for an HR professional who is approachable, organized, solutions-focused, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced operational environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys being visible on the floor, building strong relationships, solving problems, and helping leaders create a positive and accountable workplace.

If you’re ready to grow your HR career while making a direct impact on employees and the business, we’d love to have you join the DP World team.

About The Role

How you will contribute

• Answer routine inquiries involving the collection, verification, and/or dissemination of human resources information on various topics such as disciplines, records, wages, absences, hiring, and policies and procedures.
• Participate in the recruitment process by reviewing resumes, posting jobs, interviewing candidates, conducting orientation and training, completing new hire paperwork and communications to the staff.
• Conduct new hire (safety) orientation for new employees, risk assessments and ongoing (safety) training.
• Assist with payroll and payroll related records. Update and maintain employee information. Update and maintain HRIS systems.
• Maintain and gather information for and assists with the preparation of reports.
• Work with the Employee Representatives (Worker’s Counsel and/or Union) to resolve issues and grievances based on a good understanding of the Collective Agreement (if applicable).
• Ensure all employees are properly enrolled for benefits, and any changes are updated regularly.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, occupational illnesses and work refusals to determine causes and implement preventative measures to reduce or eliminate hazards.
• Maintain seniority lists and all other reports and data.
• Other duties as assigned.

Your Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, labor relations, or business or a field related to the position.
• Experience in performing professional level human resources, payroll, customer service, or general office duties in a logistics, manufacturing or related field.
• Additional education, training and/or work experience in area of specialization inherent to the position may be required.
• Proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office products and HRIS systems.
• Knowledge of principles and procedures used in human resources.
• Knowledge and understanding of local laws, rules, and/or regulations affecting human resources administration; ability to develop a broad knowledge of those of the company.

Compensation

DP World offers exciting and challenging roles within a growing international organization. We strive to hire and develop the right people, locally and globally, stimulating personal growth and self-development within an informal atmosphere. We offer a market competitive compensation package.

About DP World

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.

With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 111,000 employees from 159 nationalities, spanning 77 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.

We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses - Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology - and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.

What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.

DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures – not just in what we do but also in how we behave.

We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity, drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, and societies. Free minds and different perspectives are changing our world, and together we can change what’s possible.

The DP World family comprises of syncreon, Imperial and P&O.

WE MAKE TRADE FLOW