Location: Curry, Cummer, Tuam, Co. Galway, H54 DA59
Salary: €30,000- €33,000 per annum
Role: Full time, 100% on-site
Term: 12‑month fixed‑term contract
Start: September 2026- September 2027
Who you are by nature:
· Proactive
· Self-motivated
· Confident
Purpose of this role:
WHSL’s strategy is to attract, develop, and retain high-performing employees, this role will support the delivery of key HR functions across the employee lifecycle. As a standalone cover role, you will be responsible for maintaining and executing established processes, including talent acquisition, onboarding, and performance management. This position provides an excellent opportunity to gain broad exposure to core HR activities.
Please note: This role is temporary and is offered with no expectation of extension or permanency.
Main Responsibilities:
· Support the end-to-end recruitment process, supporting salary benchmarking, screening candidates, coordinating interviews, and preparing offer documentation.
· Coordinate and drive induction and onboarding processes to ensure a smooth and positive experience for new starters.
· Organise and coordinate training activities in line with business requirements and development needs.
· Provide coordination support for the performance management cycle, ensuring documentation is prepared, timelines are tracked, and follow-ups are completed.
· Handling tasks in a confidential manner, supporting GDPR compliance through proper record-keeping
· Provide first-line support to managers and employees on HR policies and procedures, escalating queries or more complex employee relations matters where appropriate.
Experience and qualification requirements:
- Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or Commerce (graduated in 2025 or 2026).
- Ability to work with minimal supervision, as this is a standalone role.
- Proven HR work placement experience covering areas such as recruitment, administration, onboarding, performance management, and/or employee relations.
- Strong understanding of employment law and HR best practices.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust at all levels and handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
Your Hygiene Expert
Western Hygiene Supplies Ltd., founded in 1988, is a proud Irish family business in the hygiene industry. As Ireland’s leading supplier of hygiene and healthcare products, the company is dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative, effective, and sustainable hygiene solutions paired with exceptional service. With a strong commitment to environmental responsibility, Western Hygiene sources from globally recognised sustainable manufacturers and prioritises high-quality branded products that deliver superior value and industry-leading hygiene standards. Western Hygiene continues to set new benchmarks in hygiene, technology, and service, leading the industry forward with reliability, innovation, and customer-focused solutions.
Pay: €30,000.00-€33,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Do you have access to a reliable vehicle to commute to Curry, Cummer, Tuam, Co. Galway, H54 DA59 each day?
- Are you authorised to work in Ireland without requirement for Visa sponsorship now or in the future?
Work Location: In person
