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HR Placement - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Job Title: HR Placement

Division: Human Resources

Reports To: Human Resource Manager

Location: Tobermore

Placement Summary: This is an exciting opportunity to gain HR experience through working with a successful and innovative company who produces world class paving and walling products. Tobermore is renowned for product quality and delivering excellent customer service.

As a HR Placement student in Tobermore, you will gain experience in a variety of generalist HR disciplines. You will be involved in HR Generalist tasks which will aid the provision of an effective and efficient HR Service. 

Important Information
Location: Headquarters, Tobermore Concrete Products Ltd, 2 Lisnamuck Road, Tobermore, Magherafelt, Northern Ireland, BT45 5QF
Date Posted: 21st October 2021
Closing Date: 30th November 2021
Industry: Manufacturing and Engineering
Job Type: Fixed Term
Salary: Based on Experience

About the role

•Provide admin support for the HR function in the areas of: Recruitment & Selection, Onboarding, Disciplinary & Grievance, Absence Management, and Employee Engagement.

•Maintain and update all relevant employee data and files with relevant information in line with Data Protection protocols.

•Receive and manage HR queries via email and telephone, answering queries and escalating where necessary to maintain an efficient and effective service.

•Support with the organisation and coordination of any events as per agreed plans and procedures

•Act in a confidential and trustworthy manner at all times.

•Communicate any problems, uncertainties or training issues to your manager immediately.

•Participate as a member of the HR team and in all HR activities when required.

•Deal with customers in a courteous, professional and efficient manner at all times.

•Any other duties as required and as deemed within your competence.

What you will need

Required criteria

  • 5 GCSE’s including English & Maths A – C.
  • Working towards HRM/Business related third level qualification
  • Proficient in the use of MS Office.
  • Excellent administration skills.
  • Trustworthy.
  • High attention to detail.
  • Adaptable to changing priorities.
  • Strong multi-tasking and organisational skills.
  • Very well organised person.
  • Self-motivated.
  • Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
  • Great communication skills.
  • Good interpersonal Skills.
  • Ambitious and keen to succeed and progress.
  • Team player.
  • Positive outlook.
  • Outgoing Personality.

Desired criteria

  • A Levels.
  • Experience working within a HR department.
  • Proven administration experience.
  • Experience using a computerised HR system.
  • Full and clean driving licence.

Professional skills you’ll need for this job opportunity

Flexibility and Adaptability

Flexibility and Adaptability

IT skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Attention to detail

GDPR Compliance

GDPR Compliance

Teamwork

Teamwork

Communication

Communication

Planning and Organising

Planning and Organising

Tobermore

Tobermore is a family run organisation, the family ethos of the firm is mirrored in the dedication of our staff. Tobermore is an award winning company and has been recognised both locally and internationally for both business processes and product quality. Our paving and walling products are manufactured from our plant in Northern Ireland and supplied right across the UK and Ireland. Together we will create beautiful spaces by producing world-class products whilst providing an outstanding customer experience.

Tobermore is an equal opportunities employer.

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Tobermore began life as a humble sand and gravel business started by the Henderson family in 1942. We then diversified into concrete products, which were sold to the local community in the 1950s. In the late 1970s we became one of the forerunners in manufacturing block paving – or ‘Pavia’, as it was originally called. Now, more than 80 years later, we are one of the top paving and walling manufacturers in the UK and Ireland, and pride ourselves on our world-class technology and the unrivalled quality of our products. Achieving £85 million sales in 2021/22 and positioned number 24 in the NI Belfast Telegraph Top 100 Companies 2022, your future is in good hands. Working alongside forward thinking business professionals throughout the business and receiving continuous learning and support, start your Tobermore career today.

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Our people To this day, the business remains family-run. We employ 450+ staff throughout the UK and Ireland. We embrace, encourage and engage in continuous improvement and continuous learning for all employees. Our people are the backbone to our company. They understand the importance of customer relationships. People buy from people. Our success is a testament to how customers appreciate our staff that have been trained and developed to deal professionally with all customer requirements. We only recruit people who share our values.

Our benefits

You Grow... We Grow It’s true. Continuous improvement lies at the heart of Tobermore's ethos. We encourage our staff to reach their potential through training in a supportive and fulfilling environment. At Tobermore, we take great pride in providing everyone with the opportunity to learn, develop and progress to do great things. We want to give our employees the opportunity to build on the already great skills and experience that they bring with them. View our employee perks below, dependent on the role.

Vacation, Paid time off

Performance bonuses

Retirement plan and/or pension

Office perks

Employee development programs

Employee discounts

Opportunity to travel

Remote working

Free parking

Free work laptop

Open office

Company retreats

Competitive salary

Event tickets

Long service recognition

We are a proud diversity ambassador

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HR Placement - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Tobermore is a family run organisation, the family ethos of the firm is mirrored in the dedication of our staff. Tobermore is an award winning company and has been recognised both locally and internationally for both business processes and product quality. Our paving and walling products are manufactured from our plant in Northern Ireland and supplied right across the UK and Ireland. Together we will create beautiful spaces by producing world-class products whilst providing an outstanding customer experience.

Tobermore is an equal opportunities employer.