We have a fantastic opportunity for a HR professional -'Human Resources & Training Manager' looking to make a significant impact within a growing family-run company in the Dartford area.
Working hours will be 8.30am to 5.30pm, with 1 hour lunch break. You may need to adjust your hours occasionally to attend job fairs, interviews and conduct performance monitoring.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee staff development by identifying training needs, conducting training via team workshops and online platforms, conducting appraisals and quality and compliance checks.
- Lead the recruitment process by implementing innovative strategies, attending job fairs, conducting interviews, and ensuring effective on boarding of new employees.
- Identify training needs and deliver engaging workshops and online training sessions. Conduct appraisals, quality checks, and ensure continuous staff development.
- Enhance employee engagement and satisfaction by identifying and implementing improved working arrangements, benefits, perks and arranging team building activities.
- Continuously develop and implement DEI strategies to foster an inclusive work environment.
- Manage and resolve employee conflicts, grievances, and disciplinary matters through fair and transparent processes.
- Monitor HR related best practices and legislative developments and advise senior management on the implementation of new HR policies, procedures and processes
- Maintain employee HR records, monitor the training schedule, and proactively arrange the renewing of employee training as required.
Person Specifications
- Ability to engage and communicate effectively with a diverse workforce at all levels.
- Proven success in resolving employee issues.
- Proactive and enterprising approach, able to suggest and implement improvements to senior management regarding HR procedures and the wider organisation.
- Excellent verbal and written communication across all mediums, with a strong customer service orientation.
- Strong reasoning and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate and summarise complex information.
- Must have a valid driving license and the ability to travel locally for job fairs and interviews (mileage allowance provided).
Experience & Qualifications
- You will need to hold a formal training qualification (PTLLS, CTLLS, BTEC Award Level 3) and a CIPD Diploma
- You will also ideally hold the TAQA award in assessing vocational achievement Level 3.
- Minimum 2 years' experience within a HR role, preferably within the passenger transport, logistics, education, care, hospitality or manufacturing sectors.
- Knowledge of essential HR functions; recruitment, training, disciplinary and grievances.
- Excellent understanding of employment laws and disciplinary procedures.
- Excellent Microsoft Office skills.
- Driving license.
Benefits
- Salary: £35,000 and £40,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
- Holiday**:** 28 days including bank holidays.
- Company pension scheme.
Apply now to join our dynamic and friendly team!
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