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AESC is a global leader in electric vehicle battery manufacturing and sustainable energy solutions. With major investment into its Sunderland Gigafactory operations, AESC is expanding to support the future of electric mobility, energy storage and green manufacturing in the UK. Role Overview The Head of HR will lead the Human Resources function for AESC Sunderland, supporting both existing operations and ongoing Gigafactory expansion. The role will drive people strategy, organisational development, workforce planning, employee engagement, industrial relations, and leadership capability across a fast-paced advanced manufacturing environment. This is a strategic and operational leadership role requiring strong experience within manufacturing, engineering, automotive, energy, or industrial sectors. Key Responsibilities Strategic HR Leadership • Develop and implement the UK HR strategy aligned with AESC’s business growth plans., • Partner with senior leadership to support organisational transformation and operational excellence., • Lead workforce planning to support large-scale recruitment and future expansion projects., • Build a high-performance, inclusive, and safety-focused workplace culture. Employee Relations & Industrial Relations • Lead employee relations strategy within a manufacturing environment., • Manage negotiations, consultations, and relationships with employee representatives and trade unions., • Ensure fair and consistent application of policies and procedures., • Support conflict resolution and complex case management. Learning & Development • Drive leadership development, technical training, apprenticeship, and graduate programmes., • Build career progression frameworks and talent development pathways., • Promote continuous learning and skills development across the organisation. HR Operations & Compliance • Ensure compliance with UK employment law and HR best practice., • Oversee compensation, benefits, payroll collaboration, and HR systems., • Lead HR reporting, KPI tracking, and people analytics initiatives., • Ensure robust HR governance, policies, and audit readiness. Employee Engagement & Culture • Champion employee wellbeing, diversity, inclusion, and engagement initiatives., • Build a collaborative “one team” culture aligned with AESC values., • Lead communication and change management programmes during business growth. Skills & Experience Required • Significant senior HR leadership experience within manufacturing, automotive, engineering, logistics, or industrial sectors., • Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices., • Experience managing HR in a fast-paced operational environment., • Proven experience in organisational change and business transformation., • Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills., • Experience within a unionised environment., • Demonstrated leadership capability with experience leading HR teams., • Ideally worked in a Global/EMEA/APAC cross border environment

We are currently recruiting for an experienced and proactive People Partner to join a busy People & Culture team on a temporary contract for approximately 4 months. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional with strong employee relations experience to support managers across a diverse organisation, providing expert guidance on a wide range of people matters while helping to foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Key Responsibilities • Provide a professional and customer focused HR partnering service across designated business areas., • Advise and coach managers on employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance, absence management and performance issues., • Manage a varied ER caseload, ensuring timely and consistent resolutions., • Support and lead investigations, hearings and formal meetings where required., • Build effective working relationships with managers, colleagues and trade union representatives., • Support the development and implementation of HR policies and best practice initiatives., • Contribute to wider People & Culture projects and continuous improvement activity. About You • Significant experience managing complex employee relations cases., • Strong working knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practice., • Experience working collaboratively with trade unions and senior stakeholders., • Excellent communication, coaching and relationship-building skills., • The ability to work independently, prioritise effectively and manage competing demands., • Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and HR systems., • CIPD qualification or equivalent relevant HR experience. What’s on Offer • £22.20 per hour, • 4-month temporary assignment, • Opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative HR team, • Hybrid/flexible working may be available NRG is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace. We oppose all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination on the grounds of any protected characteristic. Our aim is to create an environment that encourages diversity, builds on individual differences, and responds equitably to the needs of all. We proactively take steps to fulfil our legal obligations, remove barriers, monitor for fairness, reflect the communities we serve, and enforce a zero-tolerance policy for breaches of our Equality and Diversity policy.

St Martins Care are recruiting for a Senior Care Assistant to work at their busy Residential Care Home. Ability to assist residents with daily tasks by following their care plan, this may include bathing, eating, dressing, grooming, and using the bathroom. Supervise staff providing residents with su

North East England Salary up to £65,571.60 + shift allowance 2 shift allowance 9% 3 shift allowance 16% Jackson Hogg are proud to be supporting a well‑established manufacturing business in the North East with the appointment of a Senior Supervisor within their Press Shop. This is a genuinely senior frontline leadership role, offering a high level of autonomy and accountability. The business is looking for someone who wants ownership, influence, and the opportunity to drive real operational improvement, not just manage a shift. The role Reporting directly to the Press Shop Manager, you will lead and manage a shift with full accountability for performance across safety, quality, cost, delivery and morale, in line with the company’s production system and mid‑term strategic plan. This role goes beyond day‑to‑day supervision. You will be trusted to make decisions, lead supervisors, manage budgets and drive continuous improvement at shop floor level. Key responsibilities • Full ownership of shift performance, driving KPI delivery across QCDMS, • Leading supervisors and operators through clear expectations, coaching and development, • Using structured root cause analysis to resolve issues and prevent recurrence, • Driving continuous improvement activity focused on output, press availability and efficiency, • Managing daily and longer‑term production planning in line with capacity, cost and demand, • Contributing to CAPEX decisions, cost‑reduction initiatives and improvement business cases, • Maintaining high standards of safety, compliance and risk management, • Proactively managing absence, holidays, disciplinaries and recruitment in line with HR policy, • Creating a culture of ownership, accountability and problem solving on the shop floor What we’re looking for This role will suit an experienced Senior Supervisor or strong frontline manufacturing leader who is comfortable operating with autonomy and accountability. You will ideally have: • Proven experience in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, ideally press shop, automotive or high‑volume production, • Strong understanding of KPI‑driven operations and structured production systems, • Confidence leading supervisors and managing people performance, • A practical, hands‑on approach to problem solving and root cause analysis, • Strong safety leadership with experience of risk assessments and safety KPIs, • Experience contributing to or managing budgets and improvement spend, • Level 5 qualification in Operations Management or equivalent experience Why consider this role? • Senior‑level responsibility with real influence on how the operation runs, • Clear trust and autonomy from site leadership, • Competitive salary up to £65,571.60 plus shift allowance, • Opportunity to work in a structured, performance‑driven manufacturing environment, • Strong platform for progression into higher operational leadership Jackson Hogg are acting as a recruitment partner on this appointment and will manage the process confidentially. If you’re a senior manufacturing supervisor who enjoys challenge, accountability and solving problems properly, we’d welcome a conversation. Apply directly or contact Jackson Hogg for a confidential discussion

Senior Supervisor – Press Shop North East England | Manufacturing | Permanent Jackson Hogg is supporting a well‑established manufacturing site in the North East with the appointment of a Senior Supervisor within their Press Shop (P200) operation. This role exists to strengthen frontline leadership, shift accountability, and operational control in a high‑volume press environment. It’s a genuine step‑up opportunity for an experienced Supervisor or Shift Leader who wants full ownership of KPI performance, people leadership, and continuous improvement – not just day‑to‑day firefighting. The role As Senior Supervisor, you will lead a shift within the Press Shop, taking full accountability for safety, quality, cost, delivery, morale, and productivity in line with the Unipres Production System (UPS) and the site’s mid‑term strategic plan. You’ll manage Supervisors and operators, drive structured problem‑solving on the shop floor, and ensure output, availability, and standards are consistently met in a demanding manufacturing environment. This is a hands‑on leadership role, not an office‑based post. Key responsibilities • Lead and deploy QCDMS across your shift to achieve departmental and UPS targets, • Own shift‑level KPI performance, driving structured improvement aligned to mid‑term strategy, • Manage and develop Supervisors through coaching, feedback, and clear performance expectations, • Deliver sustained output improvements through SPM optimisation, press availability, and shift control discipline, • Ensure daily production plans align with capacity, cost targets, and customer demand, • Drive a culture of ownership, visual management, and problem‑solving at shop‑floor level, • Work cross‑functionally with Engineering, Quality, HR, and Planning to deliver site objectives, • Manage absence, holidays, disciplinaries, and recruitment in line with HR policy, • Support succession planning and development of future leaders within the Press Shop, • Maintain effective communication and cascade of safety, quality, and production updates, • Take ownership of shift‑level budgetary control and contribute to cost‑reduction initiatives, • Ensure full compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements Safety, Health & Environment • Ensure all SHE policies and procedures are followed at all times, • Act immediately on safety concerns and implement countermeasures to reduce risk, • Create and deploy strategic safety improvement plans, • Report safety KPI performance and countermeasures for accidents and near misses, • Demonstrate strong working knowledge of risk assessments and proactive safety management What we’re looking for This role will suit someone who already operates at a senior supervisory or shift management level in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. Essential: • Minimum Level 5 qualification in Operations Management (or equivalent), • Proven experience leading people in a high‑volume manufacturing operation, • Strong understanding of QCDMS, continuous improvement, and visual management, • Track record of improving KPI performance under pressure, • Advanced knowledge of safety risk assessments and safety KPI reporting, • Experience handling disciplinaries, appraisals, and manpower planning, • Confident communicator able to influence at all levels, • IT‑literate, comfortable using digital systems for production, safety, and training data, • A visible, safety‑first leader who sets standards on the shop floor Desirable: • Automotive manufacturing experience, • Strong technical background in press operations or die engineering, • Experience working at a strategic level within a structured production system Why consider this role? Genuine senior leadership responsibility with real accountability Clear alignment to a mid‑term strategic plan, not short‑term fixes Opportunity to shape culture, standards, and future supervisors Stable manufacturing environment with long‑term investment

Baltic Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a market-leading manufacturing organisation in the search for a dynamic and experienced HSE Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to lead health, safety, and environmental initiatives in a fast-paced, innovative manufacturing environment, making a real impact on operational excellence and workforce wellbeing. Overall Purpose: To ensure compliance with UK HSE legislation and relevant industry standards, ensuring safe operations at Washington Manufacturing site.. The role holder will work closely with colleagues within HR team, continuous improvement team, heads of departments and CEO, in consultation and collaboration with maintenance, engineering, design, warehousing and production teams to proactivity identify, eliminate and manage risks, enhance safe working practices and maintain a safe compliant and highly efficient quality operation.Key Duties: Health and Safety Leadership: Develop implement and continuously improve health and safety policies and procedures tailored to the manufacturing environment, wider office locations and home office environments. Lead and champion a proactive high performing safety culture. Provide expert advise to senior leadership and operational management on safety risk management and regulatory requirements.Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation including but not limited to Health and Safety at work Act, COSHH, PUWER, RIDDOR and relevant HSE guidance. Support alignment with external standards such as ISO 13485/MDR in co-ordination with Quality teams Lead interactions with external regulatory bodies, auditors and certification partners on Health, Safety and Environmental matters.Risk Assessment & Controls: Conduct and maintain risk assessments, COSHH Assessments, DSE Assessments, and machine safety reviews across all manufacturing site environments and office locations. Oversee safe systems of work including lock out/tagout, manual handing, working at height and equipment validation and training compliance. Carry out regular health and safety inspections/audits of production areas, office areas, storage, warehouse, rest areas and vehicle movements both onsite and access/egress to the sites. Ensure compliance with machine guarding and PUWER requirements. Work with Engineering and Quality on equipment qualification, process change and layout improvements to ensure continued safety. Provide Environmental monitoring and waste management aligned with both regulatory requirement and business environmental improvement initiatives.Incident & Near Miss Management: Lead timely investigations into all incidents using root cause analysis tools. Work cross functionally to implement corrective actions and preventive actions using CAPAs. Analyse trends to identify high risk areas and implement targeted improvement actions.Training & Engagement: Deliver and co-ordinate health and safety training covering PPE, Induction, Chemical handling, production activities, first aid, emergency response, mental health first aid, fire marshals and equipment safety. Support operational managers and SLT in coaching staff, reinforcing daily safe operating practices. Lead the Health and Safety Committee to drive employee engagement and participation in continuous improvement practices.Emergency Preparation: Fire safety management, maintain and regularly test emergency response procedures including fire, chemical spillage and first aid.Documentation & Auditing Maintain accurate safety documentation including training records, COSHH, audit, permits and HSE incidents. Prepare safety performance reports and presentations as required for Senior Leadership Team and Line manager as directed. Support all internal and external audits.Environmental: Promote environmental sustainability initiatives and ensure environmental compliance. Provide Environmental Data reporting to ROKO.Key Requirements: Ideally hold a degree in Occupational health & safety, Environmental health, engineering or related field. Risk Assessment methodologies. Strong working Knowledge of UK HSE legislation. Strong Microsoft skills relating to Excel, Word and other Microsoft packages.The Package: £49,000 - £55,000 per annum. Day shift role: Monday to Friday 9AM - 5PM. Flexible Working is offered for this position. Employee is able to build a Flexible allowance 2 days credit/1 day deficit. Pension contribution 5%. Pension Salary Sacrifice Scheme. Death In service Benefit 2 x Annual salary. Perkbox. Health Shield, Cash Health Scheme

We're looking for an exceptional HR professional to join our team as Senior HR Business Partner. Reporting into the Head of ER & Business Partnering, you'll work hand in hand with other Senior HRBPs, ER Manager and HR Services in providing expertise, guidance and support to managers on all people ma

The successful applicant will have a proven track record of delivering a high standard of HR service at the HR Advisor or Senior HR Advisor level from within a commercial or industrial environment. The role of Senior HR Advisor will deliver a high-quality HR support across the entire employee lifecy

A growing specialist in workplace greenery and living features is hiring a Senior Planner to strengthen planning and delivery performance. As Senior Planner, you'll own end-to-end planning activity to bring certainty, stability and strong customer relationships to the heart of the Planning function.

This is an excellent opportunity for a credible, delivery-focused HR leader who thrives in ambiguity and enjoys shaping how organisations work. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will simplify complex processes, strengthen collaboration, and ensure operating models are practical, clearly

A growing specialist in workplace greenery and living features is hiring a Senior Planner to strengthen planning and delivery performance. As Senior Planner, you'll own end-to-end planning activity to bring certainty, stability and strong customer relationships to the heart of the Planning function.

Experience or knowledge of organisational and HR policies. Confidence supporting recruitment, onboarding and HR processes. As a Black-led organisation, my client strongly encourages applications from Black women and women from racially minoritised backgrounds, who are under-represented in senior op

Proven HR generalist experience within a consultancy or highly client‑facing HRBP environment. Morgan Philips are delighted to be exclusively representing a growing HR consultancy in the search for a high‑calibre HR Consultant to join their high‑performing team. Act as a trusted advisor to bus

Strong HR generalist background, ideally within a consultancy or highly client-facing HRBP role. Act as a trusted advisor to business owners, directors, and senior leaders, confidently influencing decisions. Support wider HR activity including organisational change, performance management, engagemen

Organisational Design (Interim, 4 Months) – Senior People Business Partner North East (hybrid working) My client has an immediate requirement for an experienced Senior People Business Partner to lead key organisational effectiveness projects during a short-term assignment. Key Responsibilities wil

Cintra HR & Payroll Services seeks a Principal Consultant to join their Client Onboarding Department in Newcastle upon Tyne. The ideal candidate will have robust experience in SaaS or HRIS implementations, alongside strong leadership skills.

Ideal candidates should have experience in SaaS or HRIS implementations, strong leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Senior ABM & Field Marketing Manager. AI-first HR tech scale‑up and multi‑brand workforce management group. Lead AI adoption in HR tech by utilizing cutting‑edge tools to automate personalization and message testing at an enterprise scale.

Associate in HR Data Privacy in Greater London.

Build HR dashboards and reports that can be automated and improved by the People team. Manage ad hoc analytics requests from HR and business stakeholders, ensuring timely and accurate deliverables. Support the People & Culture team on other HR projects and day-to-day operations as needed.

Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 basic + up to 45% commission (no threshold).

Royal Mail is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead HR ERP transformation projects in Farringdon, London. Join us in modernising HR and Payroll for one of the UK's most recognised organisations.

This is a highly visible role, partnering closely with senior business leaders and wider People teams to help shape and deliver strategic learning initiatives across the organisation. Partnering with senior stakeholders to understand future skills gaps and workforce capability needs. Working closely

A leading recruitment agency in the UK seeks a dynamic Senior HR operations & payroll Specialist. You will manage HR operations and payroll processes across Europe, ensuring compliance with local regulations. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in HR operations, payroll management, and comp

They are seeking an experienced full‑time remote Senior Product Designer/Industrial Designer to lead the design and development of next‑generation patient care products from concept through production. The company's mission is centered on improving well‑being through meticulous attention to de

Propel Consult in Melton, UK, is seeking a Managing Consultant to provide trusted HR and employment law advice to SME clients. The ideal candidate has significant HR experience, excellent communication skills, and a pragmatic approach.

Morgan Philips Group is seeking an experienced Senior HR Consultant in the United Kingdom. You will deliver outsourced HR services, act as an advisor to senior business stakeholders, and coach junior team members. This hybrid position involves managing complex employee relations casework and providi

Career Moves Group I B Corp™ is seeking a Senior People Partner to join their team in Greater London on a 12-month FTC. This role requires strategic and commercial focus, partnering with leaders across business units to drive people strategy while addressing complex HR challenges.

HRBP Senior Executive located in Greater London, England. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with Business Unit Heads and Regional HR leaders, providing strategic HR support and implementing people initiatives. Applicants should possess a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a rel

We're looking for senior representatives and team leads with 5+ years in high-volume customer service environments at top companies to create, evaluate, and refine AI-generated work across core service workflows: complaint resolution scripts, escalation documentation, customer communication drafting

Sage is looking for a Senior Product Marketing Manager to lead the go-to-market strategy for its AI-powered HR and payroll solutions. The ideal candidate has strong experience in product marketing, particularly in the SaaS or HR software sectors.

At Capgemini Invent, we're reimagining the future of HR through next‑generation services, powered by Agentic AI and intelligent automation. You will be part of the Employee Experience & HR team, which has a collaborative culture. We have also invested in wellbeing apps such as Thrive and Peppy.

This is a hybrid role, with responsibility as Senior HR Advisor for a designated client group(s), working closely with the HR Business Partners to deliver people priorities aligned to the Firm’s people agenda. Reporting into the Lead HR Business Partner, this role will supervise the central team o

Career Moves are excited to be partnering with a leading retail brand in their search for a Senior HR controller. Support budgeting and planning through data modelling and scenario analysis across pay, benefits and staffing. Ability to present clear insights to senior stakeholders.

A leading hospitality recruitment firm is seeking an HR Manager to lead the HR agenda for a multi-site casual dining operation in London.

This senior position requires strong HR business partnering experience, with responsibilities that include advising senior leaders, managing complex employee relations, and supporting workforce planning. The London Borough of Bromley is seeking an HR Business Partner Manager for a permanent, full-ti

Our Senior Sales Assistants drive the Sales Assistants to deliver customer experience through continuous role modelling and regular, supportive, feedback and guidance. To be our Senior Sales Assistant you will possess these qualities;. We strive to develop a business where our people can thrive and

Responsibilities include providing HR support throughout the employee lifecycle, managing complex employee relations cases, and implementing HR policies. Resourcing Ltd is seeking a Senior HR Generalist in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. Ideal candidates should have a CIPD Level 5 and experience in

This hybrid role will oversee HR Assistants, provide advisory and administrative support throughout the employee lifecycle, and ensure compliance with legal standards. Responsibilities include managing HR processes, conducting evaluations, and delivering HR services aligned with the firm's people ag

Vanilla Recruitment (UK) Ltd is seeking a Managing Consultant for their HR consultancy practice in Melton, England. This pivotal role requires comprehensive knowledge in HR and employment law, excellent client relationship skills, and the ability to provide pragmatic advice to SME clients.

HR Recruit is seeking a Senior HR Advisor to join their team in Bradford, West Yorkshire. The successful candidate will provide HR guidance to line managers, manage Employee Relations issues, and mentor junior HR staff. Candidates should have a degree in HR or a related field along with at least thr

A Senior HR Business Partner with:. A global charity are looking for a Senior HR Business Partner to join on a permanent basis. A Senior HR Business Partner to:.

Senior HR Risk & Compliance Manager. As a Senior Risk and Compliance Manager, you will be an integral team member working with global HR policy, process, and system owners to manage complex pay equity and government reporting requirements. Prepare and present project summaries and reports to senior

St Martins Care are recruiting for a Senior Care Assistant to work at their busy Residential Care Home. Ability to assist residents with daily tasks by following their care plan, this may include bathing, eating, dressing, grooming, and using the bathroom. Supervise staff providing residents with su

Supporting the delivery of HR transformation projects across HR, Finance, and Procurement functions in large‑scale and diverse Public Sector workforce groups. You will work as part of multidisciplinary consulting teams to analyse challenges, develop solutions, and help clients modernise their HR s

Anderson Hoare Limited, a leading global architecture firm, is seeking a Senior PA to support the Global Head of HR.

Join us to shape the future of HR through next‑generation services powered by Agentic AI and intelligent automation, delivering seamless, personalized employee journeys. Support senior team members in developing propositions and hosting client workshops.