HR Administrator

As Gold Investors in People, we are committed to a high standard of people practices, creating an inclusive environment and ensuring cultural alignment to business strategy, ethos and philosophies.
Job security, long-term secured work through various frameworks and large infrastructure schemes
A broad range of civil engineering, mechanical and electrical schemes across some of the UK's largest infrastructure projects and clients
Strong career progression as demonstrated by our track record in promoting from within, as we believe this is a key driver of our success

HR Administrator

The Role
Reporting to the HR Operations Manager, the HR Administrator is responsible for the effectiveness of the day-to-day HR administration activities and provides the best support to our customers., Work with the wider HR department to ensure knowledge of offers and potential new starters is up to date and accurately recorded to maintain a smooth process from authority to recruit to new starter stage, including the production of timely and accurate offer letters and contracts.
Ensure the onboarding process is completed for all new starters, including right to work checks and reference requests
Keep the HR system up to date and ensure accurate record keeping
Prepare new starter documentation, including contracts, offer letters and references
Keep up to date with quarterly contract changes made in the Kallidus system
Liaise with managers to administer the probation process
Ensure that any payroll changes are accurately submitted to payroll in conjunction with the monthly payroll deadlines
Preparation of general correspondence
Monitor and respond to general HR Administration queries
Keep accurate Health Surveillance Records and highlight issues/concerns where required
Assist with the collation of job chat records by liaising with the managers throughout the regions
Assist with the annual salary review process by ensuring that details are accurately recorded, letters are generated and submitted to employees' Kallidus profiles promptly
Assist with the Company's Performance Incentive Scheme by ensuring information is issued throughout the Company promptly
Electronic Filing

The successful applicant will have experience working in a similar role in a busy office environment
Conversant with the Microsoft Office suite of packages
The ability to maintain confidentiality at all times and in all circumstances
Time management and good communication skills
An efficient and proactive approach to work

Desirable

Knowledge and use of personnel record systems
Experience in the administration of flexible benefits and car fleet
CIPD Level 3

Barhale is a business founded on family values, having been established by our Chairman, Dennis Curran, in 1980. We are one of the largest privately owned civil engineering and infrastructure specialists in the UK, with over 40 years of experience in providing design, civil engineering and maintenance services working across multiple sectors, including:

Water
Transport
Built environment
Energy

We operate as a tier one partner for blue chip, regulated and private clients, working as part of large frameworks, joint ventures and alliances, as well as on individual standalone projects, developing long-term relationships based on delivering to the Barhale values which have been integral to our business since their inception in 1985.
Our direct delivery model is at the core of everything we do, as we believe that people are our greatest asset. Therefore, we robustly source, train and retain all our own frontline delivery teams as well as management and support services. We employ over 1,200 employees nationwide.
We possess a range of specialist skills to support our civil engineering and infrastructure activities, including

Our values have been embedded at Barhale for over 40 years, and they are our guiding principles regarding how we care and invest in people. Our values are our commitment to being a people-centric company.
As a Gold Investors in People company and a Sunday Times 100 Best Company to Work For, we are committed to investing in people. We are passionate about creating a working environment where people are supported throughout their careers, where people can enjoy security and be part of a company that cares about them.
From the moment you join us, your well-being and career aspirations will be supported by.

Competitive salary
Company Pension
Life Assurance
Private Medical
25 days of annual leave in addition to 8 public bank holidays and loyalty days
8 hours volunteering
Employee Assistance Programme to support your mental, physiological and financial wellbeing
Flexible benefits via salary sacrifice
Company car/green car scheme/car allowance/Van (dependent on position)
Leadership & management training and coaching
Regular line management engagement and appraisal to support your career progression
Development supported by internal and externally delivered training
Continuous service awards