HR Advisor

Job Title: HR Advisor

Location: We are seeking a HR Advisor to join our HR team here at ROCKWOOL UK. This position is based at our offices in Pencoed, South Wales.  

Ready to help build a better future for generations to come?

In an ever-changing, fast paced world, we owe it to ourselves and our future generations to live life responsibly.  At ROCKWOOL, we work relentlessly to enrich modern living through our innovative stone wool solutions.

Join us and make a difference!

Role Summary:

Reporting to the HR Business Partner, the HR Advisor will work closely with the HR team to achieve the strategic goals of ROCKWOOL UK. This is a varied and fast paced role, where you will be providing full HR generalist support for assigned business areas. This includes giving guidance on HR policies and procedures, supporting managers and employees, and providing effective and efficient administration for the HR team.

What you will be doing:

• Being a point of contact for employees queries
• Advising managers within your assigned business area on employee related queries that include performance, capability, absence management, conduct and restructures
• Providing guidance and support for disciplinaries and grievances, including attending hearings and ensuring appropriate procedures are followed
• Maintaining master data across all HR systems
• Providing technical support to employees and managers on HR systems (Workday, Time & Attendance, electronic payslip portal)
• Giving administration support to the HR team including maintenance of HR systems, employee leaver process and sickness absence
• Supporting the Recruitment Specialist with the administration of recruitment for your assigned area or responsibility, including offers and contracts for new starters and the onboarding process
• Adding new starter information to relevant HR systems and correctly updating relevant colleagues
• Supporting payroll by providing relevant and necessary information and documentation e.g. new starter, leaver and changes
• Building and maintaining collaborative relationships with the HR team and the wider organisation in order to achieve the HR team goals

What you bring:

• Proactiveness, with an eye for detail and a mindset for continuous improvement
• Strong knowledge and understanding of employee legislation
• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels
• Previous experience handling confidential information
• Experience with MS office and HR systems

What we offer:

• Competitive Salary
• 30 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Aviva Pension Scheme
• Company Bonus Scheme
• Westfield Health Cashback Scheme
• Life Assurance X3 annual salary
• Subsidised electric vehicle charging facilities
• Enhanced Sick Pay Scheme

Who we are:

We are the world leader in stone wool solutions. Founded in 1937 in Denmark, we transform volcanic rock into safe, sustainable products that help people and communities thrive. We are a global company with more than 12,000 employees, located in 40+ countries with 51 manufacturing facilities… all focused on one common purpose – to release the natural power of stone to enrich modern living.

Sustainability is central to our business strategy.  ROCKWOOL was one of the first companies to commit to actively contributing to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s) framework and are actively committed to 11 SDGs, including SDG 14, Life Below Water.  Through our partnership with the One Ocean Foundation and in connection with our sponsorship of the Denmark SailGP team, we will help raise awareness around ocean health challenges in an effort to accelerate solutions to protect it.   

Diverse and Inclusive Culture:

We want our people to feel valued, respected, included and heard. We employ 79 different nationalities worldwide and are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees, promote diversity, and work against all forms of discrimination among ROCKWOOL employees.

At ROCKWOOL, you will experience a friendly team environment. Our culture is very important to us. In fact, we refer to our culture as “The ROCKWOOL Way”. This is the foundation in which we operate and is based upon our values of ambition, responsibility, integrity and efficiency. 

Interested?

Would you also be proud to enrich society like we do? Click on the apply button above to join us improving modern living conditions for millions of people worldwide.

Closing Date: 6th April 2025