Job Description

The successful candidate will provide a professional service covering all aspects of HR, employee relations and industrial relations supporting a culture of continuous improvement to ensure that all contract objectives are achieved and maintained through the performance of people. The People Team at this small site supports around 150 Colleagues with additional support for a smaller local site with approx. 50 Colleagues.
You will work within this busy team to provide a professional service covering all aspects of employee relations and the Colleague lifecycle. We are looking for an experienced People Advisor with strong Employee Relations (ER) and Trade Union experience; with standalone experience to work across a 24 hour 7 days per week operation, this role is onsite based.
How will you contribute?
Reporting to the People Manager, with a dotted line to the on-site General Manager. Have a good understanding of employment legislation and ensures practices are carried out in line with changes in legislation. Providing high quality advice and generalist HR support across the site Manage a busy ER caseload, advising on legislative and company policy and procedures in an efficient manner Develop effective on-going relationships at all levels establishing yourself as a credible, respected and valued People Advisor, responding to queries directly and influencing Managers to follow a best practice approach Assist departmental Managers on the interpretation and implementation of company policies and procedures as well as local agreements Support the delivery of the People plan for the year, making adjustments where required to suit the business Compile and analyse market information Facilitate and lead wellbeing and social events Work with the local community and other agencies Assist in the coaching, mentoring and development of the management team What will you bring?
Previous experience within a similar role Ideally holding a recognised HR qualification Competent knowledge of employment law Previous experience in a transport / distribution environment would be desirable Previous experience of absence management Previous experience of Oracle HR an advantage Experience of working within a unionised environment. Excellent PC skills Ability to plan and prioritise workload, working under pressure to tight deadlines Excellent interpersonal skills Confidential and professional approach

What do we offer?
We really value our people and offer a friendly, safety first working environment and a competitive salary along with other benefits including; company pension scheme, generous holidays, cycle to work scheme ,employee benefits online discount platform, onsite parking + much more


Our people are at the core of our business and what makes Wincanton great. That's why we also provide significant opportunities for career development and progression, as well as training enrichment and multi-skilling, in a dynamic working environment.
Apply Now!
Please apply by following the links and uploading your CV and cover letter. We are a fast-moving organisation so we may not always wait until the closing date to review applications. As a result you should submit your CV and cover letter as soon as possible!
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.