This is a fast paced and expansive position that is well suited to an ambitious and thorough HR professional.
The position is a full-time, permanent role based in our Offices in Oranmore, Co. Galway.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior HR Generalist to join our team, responsible for overseeing the HR function across multi-sites (1 located in Galway and 2 in Kildare).
The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of human resources principles, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with all levels of the organisation.
Responsibilities: Recruitment + Onboarding - Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including sourcing, interviewing, and coordinating with hiring managers.
- Conduct background and reference checks.
- Manage the New Starter process including preparation of contracts of employment and new starter packs - Lead the onboarding process, ensuring new hires are smoothly integrated into the company.
- Provide guidance and support to Site Management on workforce planning, talent acquisition, retention strategies, and succession planning within the business unit.
- Provide support to Production Management to enable them achieve efficiencies in the utilisation of the personnel under their supervision, and also to help them accurately measure key indicators of performance. Employee Relations & HR Support: - Serve as the primary point of contact for employee queries related to HR policies, procedures, and benefits.
- Provide support to Managers in the implementation of Company policies and procedures.
- Address and resolve employee concerns, grievances, and performance issues.
- Assist in investigations, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution.
- Monitor staff performance and attendance.
Investigate staff absences and provide any related counselling.
Learning + Development - Work with Site Management to identify opportunities for employee development and training to support career progression and succession planning.
HR Administration & Compliance: - Ensure compliance with Irish employment law and HR best practices.
- Maintain and update employee records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
- Prepare HR reports and analytics on key metrics such as employee turnover, absenteeism, overtime and recruitment effectiveness.
Payroll & Additional Support: - Assist with payroll processing by providing accurate employee data to the Payroll Administrator.
- Support with weekly and monthly Payroll information.
- Provide holiday cover for the Payroll Administrator as needed.
- Support with the administration of employee benefits.
Skills Required: Minimum of 6 years in a Human Resource role, preferably in a similar environment.
Recognised 3rd level qualification in Human Resource Management and ideally CIPD qualified.
A thorough knowledge of Employment Law, practices and their application, with a proven track record in dealing with employee relations issues.
Experience working in a business unit or industry-specific HR role is preferred.
Experience of providing advice and guidance at management level.
What You Get: Kilsaran is an organisation that believes that our people are our greatest strength, and our success is down to the dedication and enthusiasm of our team.
As such, we have dedicated benefits structures to reward our team.
The benefits on offer for this position are as follows: Competitive Base Salary Annual Bonus Defined Contribution Pension Scheme Laptop, Mobile Twenty-one Days Annual Leave Additional Benefits: Further Education/Training Support Annual Company Social Events Sick Pay Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave Hiring Process Upon Application: Telephone Screening 2 round interview process (1st Round can be completed via MS Teams where necessary) Offer Letter to Successful candidate