STS Aviation Services is hiring an experienced Human Resources Advisor (HR Advisor) in Manchester, United Kingdom. This is a permanent position supporting HR operations, employee relations, people management and workforce development within our aviation maintenance business.

We are looking for an HR professional with at least 3 years of generalist HR experience, a strong background in managing complex employee relations cases and experience working within an industrial or engineering environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Head of HR to provide practical, compliant advice to managers and employees while supporting employee engagement, occupational health, HR administration and key people projects.

Position Details

• Job Title: Human Resources Advisor (HR Advisor)
• Location: Manchester, United Kingdom (MAN)
• Department: Human Resources
• Reports To: Head of HR
• Employment Type: Permanent
• Travel: Occasional travel to other STS sites as required

Position Summary

The Human Resources Advisor will support the delivery of an effective end-to-end HR service across STS Aviation Services.

Working alongside the Head of HR, this position provides day-to-day guidance to managers and employees on HR policies, employee relations matters, employment legislation and people management practices.

Responsibilities include independently managing employee relations cases, supporting family-friendly policies, coordinating employee engagement initiatives, overseeing occupational health referrals and helping maintain accurate and timely HR administration.

The role also provides opportunities to contribute to key people projects, management development and continuous improvement within the HR function.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations and HR Advisory Support

• Act as an advocate for HR, promoting effective HR interventions and strengthening the professionalism and reputation of the department
• Provide day-to-day advice and guidance to managers and employees on HR policies, procedures and employment legislation
• Ensure HR advice and activities comply with applicable legal and organisational requirements
• Independently manage absence, disciplinary and grievance cases as required
• Escalate complex matters to the Head of HR when necessary
• Manage family-friendly policies and related activities from beginning to end
• Support managers in developing effective people management skills and knowledge
• Work with the Head of HR to develop and deliver internal management training and upskilling initiatives

Employee Engagement and Communication

• Plan and deliver employee engagement activities across the site
• Develop communication plans and supporting materials for employee engagement initiatives
• Coordinate and take ownership of engagement activities from planning through delivery
• Support effective communication between employees, managers and the HR department

HR Administration and Process Management

• Quality-assure administrative tasks completed by the HR Administrator
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of key HR processes, including onboarding, vetting, offboarding and contractual changes
• Provide additional administrative support during periods of increased workload
• Cover HR administration responsibilities when required
• Support the HR Administrator with professional development and guidance
• Help maintain efficient and consistent HR processes across the department

Payroll Support

• Assist with employee payroll queries
• Work with the Payroll Manager to investigate and resolve complex payroll issues
• Support accurate communication and coordination between HR and payroll functions

Occupational Health and Employee Wellbeing

• Oversee occupational health assessment results
• Maintain occupational health records and manage related referrals
• Coordinate with occupational health providers and relevant internal stakeholders as required
• Liaise with the Health and Safety department regarding assessment outcomes and preventative interventions
• Support appropriate follow-up actions in accordance with HR procedures

HR Projects and Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to key people projects in collaboration with the Head of HR
• Support improvements to HR processes, employee engagement and management practices
• Help ensure HR activities are completed accurately and within established deadlines
• Promote effective communication, collaboration and professional standards throughout the HR function

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of generalist HR experience
• Strong experience independently managing complex employee relations casework
• Previous experience working within an industrial or engineering sector
• Strong working knowledge of HR policies, procedures and employee relations practices
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage workloads and complete tasks within established deadlines
• Comfortable working with various Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS)
• Adaptable, open-minded and able to work effectively in a changing environment
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Full driving licence required
• Ability to obtain airport airside passes
• Ability to complete full security vetting, including Security Check (SC) requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• CIPD qualification highly desirable but not essential
• Previous experience working within an airport environment
• Experience supporting aviation production or aircraft maintenance operations

Work Environment and Travel

This position is based in Manchester, United Kingdom, supporting HR operations within an aviation maintenance environment.

The HR Advisor will work closely with managers, employees, HR colleagues and operational teams to provide practical HR guidance and support.

Occasional travel to other STS Aviation Services locations may be required.

The successful candidate must be able to obtain the necessary airport airside passes and complete the required security vetting.

About STS Aviation Services

STS Aviation Services is part of STS Aviation Group, a global provider of aircraft maintenance, engineering, material support and workforce management solutions.

Our aviation maintenance operations support commercial, cargo and military customers through aircraft maintenance, modifications, technical services and engineering solutions.

With facilities and operations across the United Kingdom and internationally, STS Aviation Services is committed to maintaining high standards of safety, quality and technical excellence while supporting the people who make our operations possible.

Why Join STS Aviation Services?

As an HR Advisor, you will play an important role in supporting employees, developing managers and strengthening HR operations within an established aviation maintenance business.

This position offers the opportunity to manage meaningful employee relations work, contribute to people development initiatives and help improve the employee experience across the organisation.

With a permanent position and the opportunity to work closely with the Head of HR, this role is suited to an experienced HR professional looking to contribute within a technical and operational environment.

Right to Work

Candidates must have the right to work in the United Kingdom.

Apply Today

If you are looking for Human Resources Advisor jobs in Manchester, United Kingdom and have experience in employee relations, industrial HR, employment law, occupational health or HR operations, we encourage you to apply today.

Join STS Aviation Services and support the people behind our aircraft maintenance operations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

STS Aviation Services is an equal opportunity employer.

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