About us
The Wilmott Group was acquired by the global energy resilience experts, Rehlko, in August 2025 and we are on a journey of sustained growth. Our UK portfolio includes:
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A critical power business with over 450 employees, delivering essential power solutions to high-reliability environments
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An acoustic canopy business with over 150 employees, providing innovative noise-control and enclosure solutions
Together, our businesses are united by a commitment to operational excellence, safety, innovation, and people development.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to provide proactive, commercially focused HR support across our group. This is a hands-on role, partnering closely with senior leaders and operational managers to drive people strategies that support business performance and growth.
You will act as a trusted advisor, balancing strategic input with day-to-day HR delivery in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Partner with senior leaders and line managers to deliver effective people strategies aligned to business objectives
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Provide expert guidance on employee relations matters including disciplinaries, grievances, performance management, and absence management
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Support organisational change initiatives, including restructures, TUPE, and workforce planning
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Lead and support talent management, succession planning, and development initiatives
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Ensure HR policies and practices are compliant with employment legislation and consistently applied across the group
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Support recruitment strategies for key operational and professional roles
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Analyse HR data and metrics to inform decision-making and continuous improvement
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Promote a positive employee experience and strong company culture across all businesses
About You
You will be a confident, pragmatic HR professional who thrives in a generalist environment and is comfortable operating at both strategic and operational levels. You will be comfortable dealing with employees at all levels of a business.
Essential requirements:
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CIPD Level 5 qualification
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Minimum 5 years’ experience in a generalist HR role
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Strong working knowledge of UK employment law
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Proven experience supporting managers in a multi-site or complex organisation
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Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
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A practical, solutions-focused approach with strong commercial awareness
Desirable:
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Experience in engineering, manufacturing, construction, or industrial environments
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Experience working within a group or multi-company structure
Why Join Us?
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Opportunity to work in a true HR Business Partner role with visibility and influence
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Exposure to diverse businesses and leadership teams
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Supportive, collaborative HR function
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Competitive salary and benefits package
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV and a brief covering statement outlining your suitability for the role