The Role
Zeeco fosters a robust work environment where employees, from engineering teams to support groups, benefit from a strong culture, trained leadership, and opportunities for growth. Zeeco collaborates with the biggest names in the industry, enabling individuals to broaden their skills alongside teams of subject matter experts.
As our newly appointed HR Business Partner you will provide a comprehensive and professional HR service to the business, supporting line managers and employees with expert HR advice and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
With responsibility for all UK HR-related matters, you may also assist with regional (EMEA) HR activities, such as (but not limited to) - Recruitment, Compensation, Health and Safety, Training & Development, Benefits and Employee Relations to meet the demands of the business, building strong relationships with line managers and collaborating with the Global HR team.
You will assist the Head of HR, Europe, with the implementation of services, policies and programs that provide an employee-oriented, high-performance culture that emphasizes empowerment, quality, productivity and standards, goal attainment, and the recruitment and ongoing development of a superior workforce.
We're looking for someone with a true passion for people who enjoys working in a busy fast-paced role, with strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with persons inside and outside the company. Resilient, with a flexible and adaptable approach, with the ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Key responsibilities:
- Work closely with management and employees, delivering a value-added service, to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention
- Work with line management, providing HR guidance and support when appropriate
- Meet with management to plan for personnel needs and forecasting, for example to understand future hiring needs, talent retention and development, succession planning, employee engagement, etc
- Support line managers with the review and updating of job descriptions as applicable
- Support the Talent Acquisition Specialist with the end-to end recruitment process, assisting candidates through a smooth and efficient hiring process
- Support in promoting Zeeco employment opportunities in the community and organizations, attending related events, for example to attract and recruit Internships and Graduates
- Support the Talent Acquisition Specialist in managing the relationship with any approved employment agencies, adhering to agreed terms and conditions
- Manage HR processes from onboarding to retention, ensuring a positive employee experience
- Prepare and issue contracts of employment and obtain all pre-employment and new starter paperwork
- Maintain employee records and update the HR systems
- Deliver the HR induction session to all new employees
- Training administration and delivery as required
- Benefit and insurance administration
- Work with the Head of HR, Europe to drive engagement and well-being initiatives to create a thriving workplace, ensuing compliance in line with employment & health and safety legislation
- Employee relations including managing processes such as - absence management (sickness, maternity, paternity, etc), investigations, disciplinary, grievance, etc
- Coach line managers and employees through performance management processes such as - Appraisals, Probationary Reviews, Performance Improvement Plans, etc
- Employee payroll administration – monthly collating and submission of information
- HR Reporting, for example, headcount, tenure, turnover, sickness, appraisals, probationary reviews, etc
- Work with the Head of HR, Europe on keeping HR policies up to date and aligned with employment law and business needs
- Administer the application process for Certificate of Sponsorships for employees hired on company-sponsored visa
- Administering the employee reward and recognition scheme, such as Employee of the Month
- Travel up to 10% of the time to other international offices, recruiting events and/or conferences as required
- Perform any other general HR duties as assigned.
Skills required:
- A confident communicator who can build relationships and influence at all levels
- Excellent time management skills
- Ability to explain unpopular decisions
- Good negotiation skills
- Ability to give constructive feedback
Behaviours
- Integrity - Possesses and adheres to high ethical principles & professional standards
- Customer Service - Always takes into consideration the needs of the workforce
- Communication - Effectively communicates with others, whether spoken, written, presented or otherwise
- Collaboration and Teamwork - Works together with others to achieve a common goal
- Adaptability & Continuous Learning - Adapts to a changing environment whilst seeking personal development
- External Focus - Considers and responds to market forces versus internal pressures
- Initiative - Acts and makes decisions without the help of advice of others
- Positive Attitude - Approaches work, colleagues and challenges with a positive, "can do" approach
Experience/Knowledge
- HR experience at HR Partner or Senior HR Advisor level
- Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
- Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Organised, proactive and ready to hit the ground running!
- Experience managing the full functions and processes of a HR department desirable
- Ability & understanding in managing overseas employees desirable
- HR and/or CIPD qualification (or working towards) desirable
Personal
- Diplomatic approach
- Confidential and trustworthy
- Highly motivated
- Can work as part of a team or as an individual
- Knows when to seek advice from others
- Treats colleagues with respect
- Open and honest
- Must be able to drive and live within a one hour commute of our Stamford, Lincolnshire site as this position is based on-site (no hybrid).
Working at Zeeco means being part of a people-centric culture and environment built on mutual respect, personal encouragement, professional integrity, and limitless opportunity. Join Zeeco and embark on a fulfilling journey where innovation, collaboration, and personal and professional growth converge.
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The Company
What We Do
Since 1979, Zeeco is the trusted worldwide source for the design and manufacturing of combustion and environmental solutions for the refining, petrochemical, production, power and pharmaceutical industries. Beginning as a small operation, Zeeco focused on the ideas of expertise, innovation, and reliability that today are the company’s foundation of success.
ZEECO® product lines include next generation ultra-low emission burners, gas and liquid flaring systems and hazardous and non-hazardous waste incineration. Zeeco has supplied some of the world’s largest combustion systems. These include the largest enclosed ground flare, acid gas thermal oxidizer, enclosed flare and elevated flare. We also have developed the industry’s best performing ultra-low NOx burner.
From refining, onshore/offshore production, power, well testing, petrochemical, gas processing and LNG industries, Zeeco has the experience and technical expertise to design the right combustion solution for your application. Our Combustion Research and Test Facility was the first in the world to become ISO 9001-2000 certified, and our staff strives to stay ahead of rapidly changing emissions requirements. With over three decades of industry experience, we have developed a worldwide reputation for excellence in engineering, reliability, and integrity.
