Job Description
My client is seeking an experienced and highly organised HR Manager to take ownership of all human resources operations across our organisation. This is a pivotal role, ensuring effective workforce planning, accurate payroll management, staff development, and full compliance with HR, data protection and safeguarding requirements.
This position offers the chance to play a key leadership role within a respected and collaborative international organisation.
Salary: Between 35,000 - 40,000
Location: Gateshead
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 07:30 until 16:30 (Hybrid working possible - to be discussed at interview)
What is on offer -
A key HR leadership role within a respected European organisation
A collaborative and international working environment
Ongoing professional development
25 days annual leave
Company shutdown period in August (2 weeks holiday must be taken during this time)
Key Responsibilities -
Workforce & Operational Management
Manage staff rotas to ensure efficient workforce planning and operational coverage
Review and approve weekly engineers' timesheets for accuracy and compliance
Support managers with day-to-day workforce and resource planning
Payroll & Wages
Process wages accurately and on time
Manage payroll activities, liaising with payroll providers and finance teams
Ensure compliance with employment and payroll legislation
Recruitment & Onboarding
Manage end-to-end recruitment processes, from advertising to offer stage
Coordinate and deliver structured onboarding and induction programmes
Ensure all pre-employment checks and documentation are completed
Training & Development
Coordinate training activities across the organisation
Maintain and manage the training matrix, ensuring compliance with mandatory training
Support continuous professional development initiatives
Meetings & Communication
Organise and lead staff meetings
Act as a key point of contact for HR-related queries
Promote effective communication and employee engagement
HR Records & Compliance
Maintain accurate HR records, contracts, and personnel files
Ensure compliance with internal policies and legal requirements
Manage DBS checks and background screening where required
Ensure all HR processes comply with GDPR and confidentiality standards
About You
Essential -
Degree or professional qualification in Human Resources or Business Administration
Proven experience in an HR Manager or senior HR role
Hands-on experience with payroll and workforce scheduling
Strong knowledge of HR administration, recruitment, and training coordination
Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and maintain a structured approach
Kinetic plc is a Recruitment Consultancy with over 40 years' experience delivering staffing solutions to the engineering, manufacturing and technical industries.
Kinetic plc treats all applications confidentially and we review all submissions.
Those that do not meet the specification may not be contacted but their CV retained to be considered against future opportunities.
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This position offers the chance to play a key leadership role within a respected and collaborative international organisation.
Salary: Between 35,000 - 40,000
Location: Gateshead
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 07:30 until 16:30 (Hybrid working possible - to be discussed at interview)
What is on offer -
A key HR leadership role within a respected European organisation
A collaborative and international working environment
Ongoing professional development
25 days annual leave
Company shutdown period in August (2 weeks holiday must be taken during this time)
Key Responsibilities -
Workforce & Operational Management
Manage staff rotas to ensure efficient workforce planning and operational coverage
Review and approve weekly engineers' timesheets for accuracy and compliance
Support managers with day-to-day workforce and resource planning
Payroll & Wages
Process wages accurately and on time
Manage payroll activities, liaising with payroll providers and finance teams
Ensure compliance with employment and payroll legislation
Recruitment & Onboarding
Manage end-to-end recruitment processes, from advertising to offer stage
Coordinate and deliver structured onboarding and induction programmes
Ensure all pre-employment checks and documentation are completed
Training & Development
Coordinate training activities across the organisation
Maintain and manage the training matrix, ensuring compliance with mandatory training
Support continuous professional development initiatives
Meetings & Communication
Organise and lead staff meetings
Act as a key point of contact for HR-related queries
Promote effective communication and employee engagement
HR Records & Compliance
Maintain accurate HR records, contracts, and personnel files
Ensure compliance with internal policies and legal requirements
Manage DBS checks and background screening where required
Ensure all HR processes comply with GDPR and confidentiality standards
About You
Essential -
Degree or professional qualification in Human Resources or Business Administration
Proven experience in an HR Manager or senior HR role
Hands-on experience with payroll and workforce scheduling
Strong knowledge of HR administration, recruitment, and training coordination
Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and maintain a structured approach
Kinetic plc is a Recruitment Consultancy with over 40 years' experience delivering staffing solutions to the engineering, manufacturing and technical industries.
Kinetic plc treats all applications confidentially and we review all submissions.
Those that do not meet the specification may not be contacted but their CV retained to be considered against future opportunities.
IND1
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