*The closing date for this position is the 8 th April @ 11am* *Agency Placement* HR Business Partner NI Fire and Rescue Service HQ, Lisburn Temporary (Up to 6 months with possible extension) £24.41 per hour 36.35 hours per week Main Purpose To provide professional HR advice, support and guidance to middle and senior managers within operational command areas and wider support functions and to support in the implementation of HR policies and procedures as required by the People & Culture strategy. To contribute as an integral member of the People & Culture team to the provision of a modern, professional and responsive HR service to support the vision and mission of NIFRS. Main Roles and Responsibilities Key Responsibilities: To provide expert advice, knowledge and support to middle/senior managers in relation to the effective application of HR policies, procedures, terms and conditions across a range of national agreements, in line with HR best practice. To ensure co-ordination and consistency of advice between all business partners through regular liaison and exchange of ideas and best practice. To ensure effective working relationships with key stakeholders including members of the NIFRS Board, Executive Leadership Team, Senior Leadership Teams and Trade Unions. To develop and implement HR solutions through engagement, communication, mediation and other mechanisms to reach the best outcome; ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and case law and managing and mitigating any risk to NIFRS. To produce and provide monthly HR analytics, to support the decision making of area / department management. To promote and co-ordinate staff health and wellbeing activities. To participate in the delivery of recruitment activity as required, in liaison with the HR Manager, Resourcing and Employee Services. To deputise and represent the HR Manager, Employee Relations and Business Partnering and provide peer support and cover as required. Training and Development To identify, develop and deliver appropriate learning and development interventions for all employees and managers in relation to Employee Relations and HR Business Partnering function. To conduct reviews of training interventions delivered in relation to Employee Relations and HR Business Partnering function. Policy Development and Project Work To research, develop and review new and existing HR policies as required in accordance with HR best practice and the legislative context to maintain currency, as required To provide HR expertise to policy development and review policies being developed across the wider organisation as required. To ensure the implementation of HR policies and other related corporate initiatives within designated areas and support directorates, with built in review mechanisms. To undertake HR-related project work as directed by the HR Manager (ER & BP) Provide HR support and guidance to both employees and managers in respect of NIFRS Job Evaluation and Organisational Change policies. Essential Criteria: (Please note that Platinum Recruitment NI Ltd require original certificates as proof of all qualifications listed on CV) Possess a Degree (Level 6) qualification: and Have a current professional membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD); and Have at least three years’ HR experience of providing advice on core employee relations issues including discipline, grievance, attendance management and dignity at work in a unionised organisation. OR: Possess a Degree (Level 6) qualification: and Be working towards achieving professional membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD); and Have at least five years’ HR experience of providing advice on core employee relations issues including discipline, grievance, attendance management and dignity at work in a unionised organisation. Have experience in providing professional HR advice on human resources matters to a senior level within the organisation Demonstrate a sound understanding of current employment legislation. Can demonstrate: excellent planning and organisational skills; ability to produce accurate work; excellent communication skills (both oral and written); a strong customer orientation. Ability to develop and deliver training sessions effectively. Demonstrable experience of project management. Ability to produce reports on Human Resources management information. Possess a full, current UK driving licence or have access to a form of transport which enables them to fulfil the full requirements of the job. Benefits for Agency staff working in the NIFRS: •36.25hr week with flexible working options – Core hours are 10am – 12pm and 2pm – 4pm •Flexi hours can be built up to be used as annual leave • Free access to the gym with gym inductions from our Health and Wellbeing Advisors • Free onsite parking – this is available at all locations of NIFRS. Platinum Recruitment NI Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and a Corporate Member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Platinum Recruitment NI Ltd adheres to all current employment legislation. We reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date, should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please send your CV as early as possible. Please note only those candidates shortlisted may be contacted. Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK and Ireland. We are unable to sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. Successful candidates may need to apply for an Access NI Certificate with Platinum Recruitment NI Ltd regardless if you already have a valid certificate. It will be a cost of between £16 - £32 depending on clearance level.