About Novelplast
Novelplast is an innovative plastics recycling and manufacturing company based in Gibbstown, Navan, Co. Meath.
We are committed to improving the sustainability of the plastics industry by transforming post-industrial plastic materials into high-quality recycled products. Through innovation, technology and our people, we are helping to create a more sustainable future and support the circular economy.
We are now seeking an experienced HR Generalist to join our growing team.
The Opportunity
As HR Generalist, you will provide day-to-day HR support to employees and managers across the business. This is a varied, hands-on role covering employee relations, HR administration, employee engagement, reporting, benefits and ongoing HR projects.
You will be a key point of contact within the business, providing practical and professional HR guidance while ensuring our employee information, processes and systems are maintained to a high standard.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as a first point of contact for employees and managers, responding to day-to-day HR queries in a positive and professional manner.
- Support managers in addressing employee relations matters and resolving workplace issues fairly and consistently.
- Maintain employee records and HR system data accurately and within the required timelines.
- Coordinate the payroll process with the Finance team, ensuring all employee changes and payroll information are accurate and submitted on time.
- Prepare regular and ad hoc HR reports, including absence monitoring, probation tracking, employee turnover and other key people metrics.
- Coordinate probationary reviews and follow up with managers to ensure they are completed on time.
- Administer statutory leave, company benefits, health insurance, pension schemes, tax-efficient benefits and professional memberships.
- Support recruitment, onboarding and induction activities when required.
- Coordinate employee wellbeing initiatives, mental health resources and engagement activities.
- Identify opportunities to improve HR systems, processes and administrative efficiency.
- Support the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
- Participate in wider HR projects and people initiatives across the business.
Requirements
- Previous experience in an HR administration, HR coordinator or HR generalist role.
- A relevant qualification in Human Resources or a related discipline is desirable.
- Experience supporting employees and managers in a manufacturing, operational or similarly fast-paced environment would be an advantage.
- Working knowledge of Irish employment legislation and HR best practice.
- Previous experience using HR systems and maintaining employee data.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook, Word and Excel.
- Excellent attention to detail and a strong commitment to confidentiality.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- The ability to build positive working relationships with employees and managers at all levels.
- A proactive and highly motivated approach, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
Our Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Company pension.
- Private medical insurance.
- Bike to Work Scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- On-site parking.
How to Apply
If you are interested in developing your HR career within an innovative and growing organisation committed to sustainability, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Please apply through the link provided or submit your CV to [email protected].
Novelplast is an equal opportunities employer.
Benefits:
- Bike to work scheme
- Company events
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- What are your salary expectations for this role?
Work Location: In person
