People Manager

Leading mechanical contractor based within the commercial sector, with over 45 years’ experience of delivering excellence in their chosen field require a People Manager to join their team. 
Based in Shepperton, the People Manager will support 38 mobile engineers and 45 office-based colleagues. Salary up to £50,000 + yearly bonus depending on performance. 
Key duties
Manage all employee relations, including dispute resolutions, absences, appraisals, reviews etc
Apply HR and business knowledge evidencing appropriate decision-making skills.
Advise managers on the terms and conditions of employment and knowledge, share best practice with them.
Develop HR policy and procedures to drive performance and mitigate disputes.
Implement Training and development policy.
Keep up to date records of all training needs and manage the implementation thereof.
Provide first line advice on current and existing benefits for employees and managers.
Work with appropriate parties on reward strategy.
Manage the recruitment and selection process
Support the recruitment process – this may include writing job descriptions and preparing interview questions and application forms etc.
Carry out new starter inductions.
Manage talent and succession planning.
Drive alignment between HR strategy and business goals.
Continuously monitor and review HR policies and processes and implement changes where necessary.
Participate in the implementation of specific projects, procedures and guidelines to help align the workforce with the strategic goals of the organisation.
Nurture a positive working environmentQualifications and skills
Educated to degree level is desirable.
A relevant HR Qualification is required, CIPD qualification Level 5/7 or equivalent.
People oriented and results driven
Excellent listening, negotiation and presentation skills
Knowledge of HR systems and databasesPrevious experience
Proven HR generalist experience of three to five years is expected.
Exceptional organisational and communication skills is required together with proven leadership capabilities and solid knowledge of employment legislation and its application.
Should be a proactive team player with strong customer service and problem-solving skills.
Experienced in developing and supporting line managers through change.
An ability to maintain confidentiality and act with discretion and diplomacy is crucial.
Self-motivated and able to work under own autonomy or as part of a team.Benefits include:
 
Holidays of 33 days per annum inclusive of Bank Holidays.
Birthday day off or next working day if it falls on a non-working day after successful probation.
Employee assistance programme 24/7 fully confidential service offering practical support and access to councillors for a range of personal as work related issues.
Health Screening after 5 years’ service, and every 5 years thereafter.
2 (working) days per annum to participate in volunteering at one the companies’ chosen charities.
Free use of company Holiday Lodge situated by the sea in Poole Dorset, 1 week a year – after 2 years’ service