Who we are?
At Mergon, we mould ideas for a sustainable future. We work with leading brands like Tesla, Landrover, Xerox and Abbott to design, manufacture and deliver sustainable products for the vehicles and equipment of the future.
We care deeply about our colleagues, customers and our community and we have a curiosity that constantly pushes us to innovate and improve. We are competent, capable and we invest in our people and in our processes to ensure we continue to grow and do our best work every day.
What’s the job?
We are currently looking for a HR Administrator to join our HR team in Castlepollard, Westmeath. Reporting to the HR Manager, your role is central to building a strong, values-driven workplace. You’re not just supporting HR operations—you’re helping shape a culture where people thrive.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to gain experience in all areas of HR. The ideal candidate will be used to working in a busy office environment, be HR qualified and have previous experience in a HR role.
Key duties & responsibilities:
- Recruitment Administration; creating advertisements, scheduling interviews, reference checks, etc
- Onboarding and Induction of new starters
- Updating HRIS system
- HR administration in relation to employee records & employee correspondence
- Dealing with Social Welfare and related forms
- Responding to HR related queries and requests
- Administrative support for HR projects
- Administration of training and development activities
- Support Wellness and Social initiatives and activities
- Reporting monthly HR metrics
- Providing support to managers, including guidance in relation to HR policies and procedures
What are we looking for?
- Ideally a HR qualification or working towards same
- Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in a similar role
- Excellent administrative, organisational and time management skills.
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Great communicator with a flexible, optimistic and professional approach.
- Experience of using social media in a professional capacity
Benefits:
- Competitive Salary
- 26 days holidays
- Health Insurance for you and your family
- Career Growth and Development Opportunities
- Company Gym
- Wellness Programme
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Mergon is an Equal Opportunity Employer that offers flexible working arrangements and values a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Skills Required
- Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a similar HR role
- HR qualification or currently working toward one
- Excellent administrative, organizational, and time management skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent communication skills with a flexible, optimistic, and professional approach
- Experience using social media in a professional capacity
What We Do
Mergon is a privately owned, engineering-led global manufacturing group headquartered in Castlepollard, Ireland, founded in 1981 by plastics engineer Pat Beirne. It designs, develops and manufactures high-performance plastic moulded components and assemblies using blow moulding, injection moulding, compression moulding and vacuum forming. With operations in Ireland, the USA, UK, Czech Republic and Mexico, Mergon serves automotive, industrial and healthcare customers including brands like BMW, Rivian, Toyota, Xerox and Abbott, employing over 1,100 people worldwide.
