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HR Administrator

HR AdministratorSpecific Purpose Role (Temporary contract approx. 9-12 months) – Full time (37.5 Hours) Starting Salary £21,250 PA + PRA + Benefits   Ref: fe/21/34

Important information for candidates:firmus energy use reserve lists for positions where more than one candidate is deemed suitable for a position. Reserve lists are in place for 12 months during which reserve candidates will be offered the same or similar post should one become available during this time.

Specific Purpose Contracts only:Should a permanent HR Administrator vacancy arise during the course of the Specific Purpose Contract, the successful candidate will be offered the position on a permanent basis subject to pre-specified conditions.

firmus energy is responsible for the construction and operation of a natural gas network of over 1,800km; the equivalent of laying mains from Antrim to Frankfurt! With over 105,000 customers between our ‘10 towns’ and Belfast markets the future looks bright at firmus energy. firmus energy has a key role to play and a significant contribution to make in the decarbonisation targets set for net zero by 2050 and with significant work already underway, are excited to be part of this change. 

We are a family-feel business and offer excellent remuneration and benefits packages, together with comprehensive training and development programmes and the opportunity to excel in challenging and progressive roles.  

The roleReporting to the HR Manager, the HR Administrator will provide administrative support across all areas of the HR function particularly in relation to end-to-end recruitment and selection and on boarding. The role will cover all aspects of the employee lifecycle and administration, health and wellbeing, and learning and development etc.

This is a specific-purpose (temporary) position providing additional support within an extremely busy HR department and is ideal for anyone seeking to enhance their experience in all aspects of human resources at administrative level.

Important Information
Location: firmus energy, A4 & A5 Fergusons Way, Antrim, Northern Ireland, County Antrim, BT41 4LZ
Date Posted: 27th September 2021
Closing Date: 27th September 2021
Industry: Energy
Job Type: Temp / Contract
Salary: Starting from £21,250.00 Yearly

About the role

Key Priorities:

  • Provide support to the HR Manager and HR Business Partner across all areas of the HR function particularly with recruitment and selection and on-boarding
  • Be the first point of contact for all day-to-day HR queries, ensuring HR is a go-to function
  • Ensure the HRIS database is up to date, accurate and complies with legislation
  • Assist in all Learning & Development Activities, proactively suggesting and sourcing appropriate providers
  • Assist with Equality Commission Monitoring and other Statutory Returns
  • Coordinate engagement and wellbeing activities
  • Assist in the development and delivery of Internal HR Workshop

Responsibilities to include:

  • Coordinate recruitment activities, including administration, monitoring and interviewing as required
  • Provide advice and guidance on HR Policies and Procedures to all staff and internal committees
  • Become Super User of HR Information System and recruitment portal (SeeMe Hired), including administration and update of employee/candidate records
  • Prepare monthly payroll transactions and liaise with payroll provider
  • Prepare contracts of employment, change to Terms and Conditions letters and other confidential correspondence
  • Create monthly reports and presentations on HR metrics
  • Deliver induction presentations and other training as required and assist with on-boarding of new hires
  • Administration of pension, employee benefit, engagement and wellbeing schemes
  • Coordination of all Learning & Development activities, monitoring feedback and records
  • Coordination and delivery of Total Reward Statements
  • Any other duties as directed by the HR Manager

 

What you will need

Required criteria

  • Either: Educated to third level in Human Resource Management or related discipline plus 2 years’ recent experience in an HR environment i.e. within last 5 years; Or: 5 years’ recent experience in an HR environment
  • CIPD qualified or part-qualified or working towards CIPD qualification
  • HR generalist experience in all aspects of the employee lifecycle
  • Strong HR Administration experience particularly in recruitment & selection
  • Highly motivated with the ability to work independently and prioritise workload
  • Professional outlook, demonstrating first class communication and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent IT skills

Desired criteria

  • Knowledge and awareness of Employment legislation within Northern Ireland
  • Experience of working with HRIS and Monitoring Systems

Professional skills you’ll need for this job opportunity

Employment Law

Employment Law

Interviewing

Interviewing

Recruiting

Recruiting

Planning and Organising

Planning and Organising

Keeping People Informed

Keeping People Informed

Developing Self

Developing Self

Teamwork

Teamwork

Building Relationships

Building Relationships

firmus energy

firmus energy is going through a period of change not only in how we deliver energy for the future but in how we attract and retain talent and provide a great working experience. That’s why we’re committed to becoming an employer of choice, both for the benefit of our people, and the organsation. Why not join us on our journey to a cleaner, brighter future as we transition towards more renewable sources of energy? We look forward to hearing from you.
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An award-winning, Top 100 energy business based in Antrim with almost 130 employees. We design & build gas networks across NI and supply natural gas to over 110,000 homes and businesses. Established in 2005 we built our network over 35 towns and cities in our original Ten Towns and Belfast. Our network is more than 2,200km, the equivalent of laying mains from Antrim to Frankfurt! We have an important job to do helping deliver reliable and sustainable green gas to heat homes, power factories, universities and critical services. Information for candidates: We use reserve lists for positions where more than one candidate is deemed suitable. Reserve lists are for 12 months during which reserve candidates will be offered the same or similar post should one become available.

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Specific Purpose (temporary) Contracts: Should a permanent vacancy arise during the course of a Specific Purpose Contract, the successful candidate will be offered the position on a permanent basis where eligible. What makes firmus energy a great place to work. We are a values-based, award-winning energy business with a family-feel. We are committed to offering rewarding and challenging careers in the energy sector and provide excellent remuneration and benefits packages, not least hybrid working for all staff. We care about our people, the environment and the communities we work in and we have fun too. Why not join us on our journey to a cleaner, brighter future as we transition towards more renewable sources of energy.

Our benefits

At firmus energy we provide an excellent total rewards offering including an annual bonus for everyone, regardless of position with pay reviews being undertaken every year. We understand that a healthy workplace improves employees' overall wellbeing and are committed to providing an extensive array of wellbeing initiatives. We have dedicated Mental Health First Aiders and offer Private Medical Insurance to everyone from day one of employment.

Health insurance

Vacation, Paid time off

Performance bonuses

Paid sick days

Retirement plan and/or pension

Office perks

Employee development programs

Employee discounts

Gym membership or wellness programs

Free parking

Open office

Company retreats

Competitive salary

Life insurance

Event tickets

Family and friends rates

Long service recognition

Employee Assistance Scheme

Wellbeing Scheme

Office Games and Gaming

Work With Charities

Employee Recognition Scheme

HR Administrator

firmus energy is going through a period of change not only in how we deliver energy for the future but in how we attract and retain talent and provide a great working experience. That’s why we’re committed to becoming an employer of choice, both for the benefit of our people, and the organsation. Why not join us on our journey to a cleaner, brighter future as we transition towards more renewable sources of energy? We look forward to hearing from you.