Distinct Consultancy

HR Administrator + 25- 27k salary + 33 days holiday (inc BH) + Permanent role Our client are looking for a HR Administrator to support their Human Resources department, initially this role is temporary to cover maternity leave, but may lead to a permanent role. You will act as the first point of contact for HR-related queries from employees and external partners. Your main administrative duties include maintaining personnel records, managing HR documents (e.g. employment records and onboarding guides) and updating internal databases. The ideal candidate has experience with HR procedures and can juggle various administrative tasks in a timely manner. Key Accountabilities for the HR Administrator: Note taking for a variety of meetings including Disciplinary, Dismissal and Grievance meetings Devising contracts and offer packs/induction information for new and existing employees Inputting purchase orders on SAP Using PowerPoint, Word and Excel to prepare communications, presentations, preparing letters and a variety of work Inputting and monitoring colleague information on ADP and pension systems Resolving queries with employees in person, over the phone and by email Filing, photocopying and a variety of general administration tasks Assisting with Retirement & Long Service awards Preparing payroll information Various ad hoc administration duties to support the Training & HR function at the Bolton site Attributes and Experience for the HR Aministrator: CIPD level 3 (or working towards), or minimum 12 months in a similar HR role Accurate punctuation and grammar and good level of written English Accuracy and attention to detail In depth knowledge of PowerPoint and Word and a good level of Excel A confident manner and a strong customer service focus with previous experience of working in a business office Initiative to resolve queries and high levels of organisation and planning An excellent telephone and face to face manner Flexibility to assist the team as required Highly diligent and confidential manner and approach An excellent attendance record with consistent absence levels of less than 5% Hours: Monday to Thursday 8.30-5:00pm and Friday 8:30am-4:00pm

HR Advisor - £35,000 + 12 Month FTC + Hybrid Working + Flexible hours + 31 Days Holiday + Leading Business + Career Progression Opportunities! The Company We are working with an international market leader who are experiencing significant growth. Operating with the care and social sector, they are a leading industry name for extensive growth plans. They are looking for a HR Advisor to join their Stockport based team on an initial 12 month contract (maternity cover). You will be joining a team of experienced industry professionals with an excellent team culture. The Role The HR Advisor act as the first point of contact for managers, providing balanced, high-quality and pragmatic HR advice across a wide range of employee relations (ER) matters that are in line with employment law, organisational values and the company s commercial goals. Reporting to the HR Business Partner, the post holder will support and empower managers in achieving consistent, fair, and legally compliant outcomes, while promoting best practice people management. Key responsibilities include: Act as the first point of contact for managers seeking HR advice and guidance on employee relations issues. Support managers with occupational health referrals and follow-up actions Support managers in handling ER cases including: Sickness absence management (short- and long-term), Investigations, disciplinaries, and grievances, Capability and performance management, Flexible working requests etc. Provide advice and support on suspension processes. Liaise with managers and leaders to schedule meetings, hearings, and case-related discussions. Attend and support formal meetings, including taking accurate and confidential notes. Liaise with trade union representatives, ensuring professional and constructive relationships. Draft correspondence including outcome letters, case documentation, and formal communications. Monitor and track sickness absence in line with company policy, escalating trigger points where appropriate. Deliver training and coaching to managers and leaders on absence management and other HR processes. Contribute to the continuous improvement of HR policies, procedures, and practices. Ad-hoc project work as directed by the HR Business Partner. What We Are Looking For The HR Advisor should be degree educated and/or CIPD qualified (or working towards this). Ideally you will have experience in a similar role and be a forward-thinking individual with attention to detail. Ideally you will be/have: CIPD Level 5 qualified (or working towards) OR significant experience in an HR Advisory role. Experience of working in the academia and/or care industries would be advantageous but not essential. Experience of working with trade unions and employee representatives (desirable) Proven experience providing advice on complex ER matters. Excellent knowledge of employment law and best practice HR. Strong stakeholder management skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent command of the English language. Ability to draft clear, professional, and accurate documentation. Confident in facilitating training and coaching for managers. What Is on Offer The HR Advisor will join a growing business and receive a competitive basic salary of £35,000 on an initial 12 month contract basis. In addition, you will receive: Flexible hours Hybrid Working 31 days annual leave (including bank holidays) Life Assurance / Income protection Free parking Regular company events & socials

My client situated in Appley Bridge are looking for a Maintenance Engineer (electrical bias) to add to their growing Engineering Team. Salary: £47-£50k DOE Hours: Mon-Thur 6am-2pm, 2pm-10pm, 10pm-6am Friday 6am-12noon, 12noon-6pm, 6pm-midnight Duties: Maintenance Engineer Responding to equipment breakdowns and concerns Completion of reactive mechanical and electrical maintenance tasks Conducting planned maintenance (PM) in line with the maintenance schedules to include recording any reactive actions that are required Performing condition based monitoring (CBM) of equipment Ensure that spare parts are available to perform maintenance and improvement activities, to include selection and ordering or parts Analysis of plant and equipment to identify key areas for performance improvement, to include data generated through the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) Assists with planning and implementing plant improvements and expansions Update the Maintenance Systems (CMMS, MAXIMO) as required to ensure traceability of actions Maintains safety, health and environmental policies and procedures and is a role model for safety in the workplace Communicates directly with operations department to coordinate maintenance and repair work in process areas Skills: Maintenance Engineer A minimum of 2 years experience in a maintenance department Good communication skills Logical problem-solving skills with a good understanding of Root Cause Analysis Experience with DC & AC equipment, Inverters (Drives) PLC Experience (Alan Bradley preferable) Time served apprenticeship or equivalent, HNC (Desirable) 18th Edition (desirable) Benefits: Maintenance Engineer Free healthcare cash plan Death in service scheme = 3 x annual salary Pension scheme ER contribution = 3.5% Employer 3.5% Discount scheme = discounts on things like days out, entertainment, electrical goods, holidays and gym membership 26 days holiday per annum No call outs Future plans: Maintenance Engineer Development is available and opportunities to progress are available, there is a big push on training to develop the right candidate. Interested? Apply now