HR Administrator

ENERCON have a new opportunity to join our HR team in Edinburgh as an HR Administrator. The role is full time on a 12-month fixed-term contract with the possibility that the contract may be extended in the future.  

Our HR Administrator will provide essential administrative support across all functions within the HR team, ensuring that our business stakeholders have a seamless experience when liaising with the HR department.

Your role as HR Administrator

You will work alongside our Head of HR, Resourcing Partner, HR Business Partner and Payroll Specialist, supporting each function in a fast-paced environment. The role is based from our Edinburgh office and offers hybrid working with a minimum of two days in the office.

Your Main Roles and Responsibilities as HR Administrator

Recruitment Administrative Support:

• Liaise closely with the Resourcing Partner to help plan and schedule interviews and provide feedback to candidates following interviews and assessments
• Monitor the recruitment mailbox, responding to enquiries and escalating urgent and important correspondence
• Conduct right to work checks and request and verify employment references for new employees
• With the support of the Resourcing Partner, coordinate on-boarding processes for new employees, keeping new employees informed and updated.
• Plan employee inductions and liaise with our Training Coordinator, Travel team and hiring managers to ensure a seamless induction for all new employees.

HR Administrative Support

• Provide administrative assistance for daily HR operations, including the management of the HR Mailbox, the preparation and distribution of letters, employment contracts, employee records, and the HR newsletter
• Maintain and update employee records in compliance with GDPR and internal data governance policies
• Support the collection, maintenance, and analysis of HR metrics to help identify trends and opportunities for improvement
• Accurately input and manage data in HR systems, ensuring consistency and data integrity.

Employee Relations

• Serve as the first point of contact for employee enquiries in line with Company policy and procedure, escalating complex issues to the HR Business Partner or Head of HR as appropriate
• Provide support to managers by attending and taking notes during employee meetings (e.g., Absence Reviews)
• Assist the HR Business Partner/Head of HR in updating and maintaining accurate records of HR policies and procedures
• Support the Head of HR in the administration of employee benefits and programs.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assist with the coordination of training sessions and workshops in collaboration with the Head of HR and HR Business Partner
• Contribute to the implementation of employee development initiatives
• Help plan and organize employee engagement initiatives and company events (e.g., Employee Recognition and Anniversary Awards)
• Participate in country, regional, and global HR projects as needed.

Confidentiality

• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality in handling sensitive employee information and HR data.

Why choose a career with ENERCON?

You will contribute to a more sustainable future – Onshore wind is one of the most cost-effective ways to generate energy and protect our climate, you will play a vital role in ensuring that we maximise our clean energy for generations to come.

Our vision - We put our vision of ‘Energy for the world’ at the heart of our corporate action meaning that our Company initiatives and daily objectives are aligned.

We are reliable – Founded in 1984, ENERCON is well-established. You will receive full support in your role, meaning you are in safe hands.

Our investment in you – We invest in our people and provide exceptional training and benefits. Whether you are joining the sector for the first time, or coming to us with experience, our expert in-house training team will provide you with pathways for progression and self-development.

About ENERCON

ENERCON is recognised as a global pioneer in the onshore wind energy sector. As the manufacturer of Wind Turbines, ENERCON are at the forefront of innovative design technology.

We produce, sell, and install our own turbines on behalf of our clients and we offer a high standard of service contracts to maintain and repair turbines throughout their lifecycle.  

We are proud of the culture that we have created and support our employees to deliver the best possible results.

What we offer you

• Your starting salary will be £30,000 to £32,000 per annum
• Your hours of work are 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. You will receive a 60-minute break for lunch.
• You receive 34 days annual leave, (25 days leave, plus 9 public holidays)
• Enhanced Company pension (8% employer and 5% employee contribution)
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life insurance
• Income Protection
• Cycle to work scheme
• Cash back health care plan including dental, optical, discounted gym memberships and complimentary therapies
• Health & wellbeing program
• Employee referral program of up to £1000, for every successful referral

Professional (qualifications, experience):

• Business administration qualification, or similar
• HR experience is highly advantageous
• Good understanding of excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Sharepoint
• Experience of Success Factors or similar HR databases
• Experience of Adobe or Canva experience would be beneficial
• Ability to take minutes in meetings and handle sensitive information

Key qualities that we look for include:

• Excellent organisational and administration skills
• Ability to form strong relationships and maintain a high level of confidentiality and trust
• Excellent communication skills
• A can do attitude and excellent work ethic

How to Apply

Please apply via the ‘Apply Now’ button and attach your CV. We always aim to come back to you as soon as possible.