Purpose of the Role
As Senior HR Advisor / HR Business Partner at Bridges, you will support and report directly to the HR Manager, providing a professional and proactive HR service across the organisation. You will partner with operational managers and site teams to offer sound advice on a range of HR matters, from employee relations, performance management and engagement. The role involves regular travel to sites and regional offices to ensure effective face‑to‑face support and to build strong, trusted relationships across the business.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the HR Manager in delivering a high‑quality HR function across the company, aligned with business objectives and company values
* Provide advice and guidance to managers on HR issues including disciplinary, grievance, absence management, performance, and employee wellbeing
* Work closely with site managers and teams to resolve HR queries and ensure best practice is applied consistently
* Conduct regular visits to operational sites to provide hands‑on HR support and foster strong working relationships
* Support the HR Manager in onboarding new employees
* Assist in managing employee lifecycle processes such as inductions, probation reviews, contract changes, and leavers
* Maintain up‑to‑date and accurate HR records, supporting data reporting and compliance
* Contribute to the review, development and implementation of HR policies and procedures
* Support training initiatives and help upskill managers on HR topics, processes and employment law
* Promote employee engagement initiatives and help maintain a positive, inclusive and compliant working culture
* Participate in HR projects and change programmes as delegated by the HR Manager
About Bridges
We are listed on the Sunday Times Top 100 Places to Work 2024. As a team we shape and support engineering and construction for our clients who in turn touch the daily lives of millions of people across the UK. We have a large diverse team of talented Safe & Happy People, combining their strengths and ambition to bring innovation and evolution which ensures sustainability for all stakeholders. Across our key sectors – Water, Power, Energy and Aggregates – supported through our regional office network and a manufacturing hub in Somerset, we deliver diverse and interesting projects and programmes throughout UK infrastructure. Our projects range in value from £5k to £15m, taking the role of Principal Contractor and Principal Designer on various schemes, and supporting our valued Tier 1 contractor clients in a subcontractor and off‑site manufacturing capacity.
Requirements
Essential:
* Driving licence and access to a vehicle
* CIPD level 5
* Skilled in employee relations, including managing complex cases
Desirable:
* Ideally someone in a manufacturing or utilities background – experience of hourly paid site and manufacturing teams as well as salaried teams
* Experienced in an HR Advisor / Business Partner role
Benefits
RoSPA Gold Medal winner. Bridges offers an excellent benefits package: competitive salaries, health cash plan with Healthshield, Standard Life Pension Scheme – 5% company contribution, Life Assurance Scheme, Employee Discount Scheme, Bike 2 Work scheme, training and development opportunities, employee referral scheme (£1,000 if you successfully introduce someone), employee recognition schemes, enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
Our Culture
Bridges is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to ensuring equality and diversity within the workplace. When you join us, youll be part of our exciting journey. Wherever your journey begins with us, through mutual engagement, well make sure you are supported and invested in. We believe in ‘team bridges and leadership at all levels with our guiding principles: Safe People, Happy People, Sustainable Business.
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