Job Description

We're BAPP, we are the UK's largest independent fastener distributor, specialising in structural bolting, general bolting, nuts, washers, fixings, PPE, tools and bespoke fasteners. With depots across the country, we are proud of our reputation for quality, reliability and customer service. As we continue to expand, we are creating a stand-alone HR Manager position, offering a unique opportunity for an experienced HR professional to take ownership of all people matters across the organisation.

About The Role

Based at our head office in Dodworth, Barnsley, this is a broad, hands-on HR role. As the sole HR professional, you will take responsibility for the full HR function, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee relations, wellbeing and compliance. You will also be responsible for the attraction, selection and ongoing management of a Learning & Development team member, ensuring capability development aligns with business needs. You will act as the first point of contact for staff issues and provide professional guidance to managers and the leadership team.

The role involves regular travel to support our 200+ people across our depots, which span from Newcastle-upon-Tyne to the West Midlands and from Preston to Hull. You will build strong relationships across sites to ensure consistent, fair and professional HR support.

You will manage recruitment campaigns, contracts, employee records and HR policies, ensuring compliance with UK employment law. You will advise on employee relations matters, support managers with difficult conversations and help shape the people and learning strategy in line with BAPP's business objectives. This is a hands-on position with the opportunity to make a real impact on the employee experience across the organisation.

About You

You will be an experienced HR professional with broad knowledge of UK employment law and practical experience in a similar sector, such as construction, manufacturing or industrial. You should be confident operating independently, highly organised and able to balance operational and strategic responsibilities. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to influence at all levels are essential.

The role requires regular travel to depots, so flexibility and a full driving licence are required. CIPD level 7 or equivalent HR qualifications and CIPD Membership are required . What matters most is your ability to manage the HR function single-handedly and deliver practical solutions for a growing business who care about their people.

What We Offer

This is a unique opportunity to operate as the sole HR professional in a growing, successful business. You will have ownership of all HR activity, the ability to shape processes and policies and the chance to make a tangible difference to employee engagement, performance and culture. The role offers a competitive salary, benefits package including a company car and close collaboration with a supportive leadership team.

We are an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company car Company pension Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

CIPD Level 7 or equivalent, and CIPD Membership required (required) Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: HR Manager