An opportunity has arisen for a People Assistant based at the Argos Distribution Centre in Kettering.
To deliver a generalist HR Support in a professional manner, working as a part of a proactive and responsive team to provide pragmatic and focused HR solutions for the site and wider business.
1. To be responsible for providing an effective and customer focussed HR service which supports all aspects of an employee’s relationship and engagement with the business.
2. To provide advice and assistance on policies, procedures and legislation agreements.
3. To advise, support and guide managers in investigations, performance management, absence management, conduct related disciplinaries, appeals and all family friendly procedures (maternity, paternity, parental leave, flexible working)
4. To provide administration support in the recruitment process from start-to-finish including assisting and guiding managers throughout the process.
5. To assist in the production of HR Statistics and KPIs on a weekly / monthly basis.
6. To develop and maintain close working relationships with key customers (internal and external)
7. To update and maintain the HR Information Systems (Oracle)
8. Producing and maintaining accurate reports and records for all HR issues
9. To ensure that all administration is carried out in a timely, effectively and accurate manner
10. To support the development of strong communication and feedback channels with all staff and through a variety of mechanisms to support employee engagement.
11. To support with the learning and development
12. Reporting to the People Manager
Experience, skills, attributes and the person:
13. A ‘can do’ solution focused attitude and approach.
14. An understanding in the principles of good HR practice and employment law
15. Resourceful and able to work on own initiative
16. Excellent communication skills
17. Works effectively within the team and see the potential in others.
18. Previous HR experience within logistics / distribution is an advantage
19. A good understanding in the principles of HR best practice and employment law
20. A working knowledge of computerised HR systems.
21. Excellent communication skills – oral and written
22. Excellence in administration including attention to detail, timeliness and accuracy
23. Computer literate
24. Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
25. Confidential and professional approach
26. Ability to organise, plan and prioritise workload within a team environment
27. Flexibility in working hours – to support 24/7 operation
28. Attitude towards continuous improvement
About Us:
Wincanton is a leading third party logistics (3PL) and supply chain solutions provider in the UK and Ireland. As the largest British logistics company we work in industry sectors as diverse as milk, defence, energy, retail, consumer goods and construction, supporting every stage of development and adding value through our supply chain expertise and innovative approach to logistics challenges. With over 20,000 colleagues across more than 200 sites and a 3,400 strong fleet of vehicles, we put our customers at the heart of everything we do and our mission is “to make our customers business’s better, every day.”
Our people are at the core of our business and what makes Wincanton great. That’s why we provide significant opportunities for career progress, as well as training enrichment and multi-skilling, in a dynamic working environment.
We really value our people and offer a friendly working environment, a focus on developing your skills and a competitive salary. Benefits include access to a company pension scheme with employer contributions and other optional schemes you may wish to join. These are just some of the reasons which make Wincanton a great place to work!