About the job
As HR Business Partner, you will manage the HR components of the UK Nuclear Safety businesses to deliver effective HR solutions that support the companies’ goals and objectives. You will help drive talent management initiatives, employee engagement, performance management, and support organisational change. In this role you will be a key member of the UK Nuclear Leadership team and will lead the rollout of global initiatives across the three sites.
The Company
Bendalls Engineering designs, manufactures, and services bespoke equipment, vessels, precision components and remote handling systems alongside providing specialist engineering services in the Nuclear, Defence, Oil & Gas, Motorsport, Pharmaceutical and Renewable industries. They have over 120 years of experience and provide industry leading services to their portfolio of long-standing customers.
Location
* Bendalls Engineering, Carlisle, CA3 0EH
Hours of Work
* 40 hours per week
Salary
* £60-£65K plus benefits
Key responsibilities
Employee Engagement: Lead implementation of employee engagement surveys, analyse results, and support managers in developing action plans to improve employee satisfaction.
Employee Relations Support: Assist with addressing employee concerns and issues, providing guidance on HR policies and procedures, and helping to foster a positive work environment.
HRIS: Maintain employee data for the UK within the HRIS system and effectively manage the compensation process through the system in collaboration with stakeholders, including training.
Talent Management: Manage Organisational review process and subsequent action plans to build succession talent for key roles. Support recruitment processes by interviewing finalists. Help lead and guide the evolution of the top-notch onboarding process for new hires.
Performance Management: Collaborate with managers to ensure that performance management processes are effectively implemented, including conducting regular performance reviews and providing feedback.
Training and Development: Help identify training needs, coordinate learning opportunities, and support leadership development initiatives. Enhance current apprenticeship programs to be the industry leader.
Apprentices: Align apprenticeship programs with long term talent strategies, ensure a structured and welcoming onboarding experience. Support managers in setting clear expectations and goals. Monitor progress and feedback from apprentices to continually improve offering.
HR Policy and Compliance: Ensure HR policies and procedures are followed and assist with compliance-related tasks to meet legal and organisational requirements.
Data Analysis and Reporting: Help track and analyse key HR metrics (e.g., turnover, hiring trends) to inform decision-making and support business goals.
Change Management: Assist in managing organisational changes and restructuring initiatives by communicating with employees and ensuring HR support throughout transitions.
Support the Managing Director, in delivering the long-term strategic objectives of the business.
What you need for the role
* 3- 5 years HR experience
* CIPD Qualified or working towards
* Strong collaborator, with written and verbal skills, ability to interact with people at all levels.
* Proactive in identifying people-related issues and finding effective solutions.
* Experience of leading and influencing organisational change across a business
* Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trust with business leaders, managers, and employees.
* A desire to learn and grow within the HR field, with a focus on contributing to the success of the business.
An inclusive culture is integral to our values. We are committed to ensuring that everyone can bring their full self to work and thrive in their career.
How will you be rewarded?
The company provides an industry leading compensation package. In this role you will receive excellent pension contributions, life insurance and health cash plans. You will receive 25 days annual leave plus public holidays, pro rata for part time hours. Employees may also be eligible to participate in a salary sacrifice cycle and technology scheme. We also provide access to an Employee Assistance Portal providing confidential support and advice whenever you need it most.
If you have the necessary skills and experience to join our team, please email a copy of your CV. For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please let your recruiter know when they contact you.
All successful candidates will be subject to comprehensive security and background checks.
All applications are carefully considered, and your details will be stored securely. This is used throughout the company for the selection of suitable candidates. We respect your privacy, and we are committed to protecting your personal information. For more information about how your personal data is used please view the privacy notice on Bendalls Engineering’s website.
Bendalls Engineering is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief