Overview

🚪 We are seeking dedicated and reliable individuals to join our team as Casual Porters. This role is essential in ensuring that our facilities are clean, well-prepared, and meet the highest standards of health, safety, and hygiene 🧹✨. If you have a strong work ethic, excellent customer service skills, and adaptability to a variety of tasks, we encourage you to apply 🙌.

💸 Rate:

• PAYE: £13.69 per hour

📍 Job Location:
The Island, Lisburn, Lisburn and Castlereagh, BT27 4RL, United Kingdom

Responsibilities

As a Casual Porter, your key responsibilities will include:
✔️ Providing exceptional customer service to all visitors and staff 🎟️.
✔️ Ensuring facilities are clean, well-maintained, and prepared for use 🛋️🛠️.
✔️ Setting up and dismantling rooms and equipment as required 🎛️.
✔️ Handling and maintaining equipment to ensure it stays in top condition ⚙️.
✔️ Adhering to health, safety, and hygiene standards in all tasks 🧴💪.
✔️ Assisting with mailroom duties, reception tasks, security, cleaning, and maintenance work 📬🔑🛠️.
✔️ Supporting team operations by covering annual leave, sickness absences, and various shift requirements 📅🤝.

Qualifications

Essential Criteria:

✅ A minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar role, with expertise in at least four of the following areas:

• 📫 Mailroom
• 🏗️ Erecting, dismantling, and storing equipment
• 🏢 Reception
• 🔐 Security
• 🧼 Cleaning
• 🔧 Maintenance work

Desirable Criteria:

🌟 At least 2 years of experience in a similar role, with expertise in at least four of the above areas.
🌟 A working knowledge of electronic mailing systems 💻📬.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Your daily activities will vary depending on the shift and requirements but may include:
🪑 Preparing rooms and facilities for events or meetings.
✨ Ensuring cleanliness and hygiene standards are maintained throughout the premises.
📦 Assisting with mail distribution and reception duties.
🔍 Performing security checks and ensuring the safety of the premises.
🛠️ Handling and maintaining equipment to ensure readiness for use.
👨‍🔧 Supporting the team with general maintenance tasks.

📅 Shift Availability:

• Shifts will be offered on a monthly basis.
• Majority of shifts: Saturdays and Sundays between 08:00 and 23:00 🕗-🕚.
• Occasional mid-week shifts: From 07:30 to 15:30 or 15:00 to 23:00 ⏰.

Benefits

🎉 Competitive hourly rates.
📅 Flexible working hours to suit your availability.
🎓 Full training and shadow shifts provided before solo duties.
📍 Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment.
💼 Gain valuable experience across a variety of tasks and responsibilities.

🚀 If you are a motivated individual with the skills and experience required for this role, we would love to hear from you!

📥 Apply today to join our talented team of Casual Porters and become an integral part of our operations! 👏

🏞️ Job Opportunity: Park Attendant/Receptionist 

💷 Rate:

• £14.07 per hour

📌 Location: 90 Downpatrick Road, Killyleagh, Downpatrick, Newry, Mourne and Down, BT30 9TZ, United Kingdom

🌟 Overview

Are you passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and enjoy working in a dynamic outdoor environment? 🌳🏕️ We are on the lookout for a Seasonal Park Attendant/Receptionist to join our team at Delamont Caravan Park.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in creating a welcoming and well-maintained environment for our visitors, while gaining valuable experience in administration and park operations. 🌟

🎯 Responsibilities

As a Park Attendant/Receptionist, your role will include:

• 😊 Providing a friendly and efficient service to all visitors, ensuring they feel a warm welcome to the park.
• 💻 Managing caravan and tent bookings using a computerised booking system.
• 📞 Handling telephone and email inquiries promptly and professionally.
• 💵 Performing cash handling duties, such as processing payments and maintaining accurate records.
• 🧹 Keeping the park pristine with daily facility cleaning, litter picking, and ensuring outdoor spaces are tidy.
• ✅ Conducting safety inspections, recording issues, and ensuring prompt resolution. 🚧
• 🔑 Overseeing the opening and closing of park facilities and ensuring site security.
• 🛠️ Enforcing park regulations and ensuring good order is maintained.
• 🤝 Assisting with general operations and ranging duties to support the team.

🧰 Qualifications

⚡ Essential Requirements:

• 🎓 Education: Grade C or above in GCSE English Language and Maths (or equivalent).
• 🛠️ Experience: At least 6 months in:
  • Cash handling and maintaining related records 💰.
  • Providing customer service 🙋.
  • Completing reception duties.
• 💼 Strong skills in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Email, Spreadsheets, Databases).
• 🛡️ Knowledge of health and safety practices relevant to the role.
• 🙌 Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• 🚗 A full driving licence and access to reliable transport (or the ability to meet the job's travel needs).
• 🌤️ Willingness to work outdoors and solo when needed.

💡 Desirable:

• 🤝 Additional customer service or park operations experience.

📅 Your Day-to-Day

Your typical day as a Park Attendant/Receptionist might look like this:

• 👋 Welcoming and assisting visitors with warmth and positivity.
• 💻 Efficiently managing bookings and ensuring smooth check-ins/check-outs.
• 🧼 Maintaining the cleanliness and safety of park facilities and outdoor spaces.
• 💰 Handling payments and keeping accurate financial records.
• ⚠️ Conducting safety checks and addressing any issues promptly.
• 👮 Enforcing park rules and regulations to ensure a positive environment for all.
• 👥 Collaborating with your team for smooth and seamless park operations.

🌈 Benefits

• 💷 Competitive pay rates:

  • PAYE: £14.07 per hour

• 🎓 Gain valuable experience in customer service, administration, and park operations.

• 🌳 Work in a beautiful outdoor setting at Delamont Caravan Park.

• 🎯 Enjoy flexible working hours (4 days a week, including weekends).

• 📈 Opportunity to develop new skills in an energetic and engaging environment.

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, don’t miss the chance to be part of the team! 📝 Apply now and help us create unforgettable experiences for visitors at Delamont Caravan Park.

🗓️ Application Deadline: Apply ASAP to secure your spot! 🕒

🏞️ Note: This role requires passing a basic Access NI check and full compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations.

🌟 We can't wait to hear from you! 🌟

🌟Business Support Clerk 🌟

📍 Job Location:
9-21 Adelaide Street, Belfast, Antrim, BT2 8GD, United Kingdom

✨ Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Business Support Clerk 🖋️ to join our team! This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth operation of our business support services 🏢. The successful candidate will assist in providing a comprehensive, efficient, and effective clerical and administrative service. If you are organized 📋, customer-focused 🤝, and possess strong IT skills 💻, we encourage you to apply!

🛠️ Responsibilities

• 📁 Provide clerical support, including maintaining both computerised and manual systems, filing, and processing mail.
• 💳 Perform business support tasks such as cash handling, call handling, and data entry.
• 📨 Draft routine correspondence, reports, and presentations.
• 🖥️ Use various office-related IT software packages as required.
• 📊 Compile and distribute routine statistical and performance information.
• 📅 Arrange meetings and take minutes as appropriate.
• 📞 Deliver excellent customer care via face-to-face, telephone, and email interactions.
• 🖨️ Operate office machinery like binders, laminators, and photocopiers.
• 📌 Manage workload to meet agreed performance standards.
• 📚 Participate in training and development programs to enhance skills.

🎓 Qualifications

✅ Essential Criteria:

• Successful completion of a computer-based assessment (ISV) testing general aptitude, Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel skills.
• Access to a personal email for the assessment link.

🌟 Key Skills:

• ✍️ Strong written and oral communication skills.
• 🤝 Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• ⭐ Excellent customer care and IT skills.
• 📋 Proven work planning and prioritization skills.

📅 Day-to-Day

On a typical day, you will:

• 📁 Handle administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and correspondence drafting.
• ✅ Provide support and resolve queries for customers and colleagues.
• 📈 Prepare reports, presentations, and statistical data.
• 🔖 Organize and attend meetings, taking minutes as required.
• ⚙️ Use office equipment efficiently to maintain smooth operations.

💰 Pay & Benefits

• Pay: £13.47 per hour 💷.
• 📈 Opportunities for professional development and training.
• 🤝 A supportive and collaborative work environment in a convenient Belfast city centre location.

🚨 Please Note:

• This is an office-based role requiring attendance 5 days per week 🏢.
• Remote or homeworking options are not available for this position.

💼 If you are ready to contribute to a dynamic team 💪 and excel in a fast-paced environment 🏃‍♀️, we look forward to receiving your application! 😊

Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Business Support Officer to join our Parks & Amenities Service Unit. 🎡🌿 Reporting to the Head of Service, you will play a pivotal role in providing business support services, including financial operations management, performance management, project coordination, and business information systems oversight. 💼📊 This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the effective delivery of services while working in a dynamic and collaborative environment. 🤝

Work Pattern: 🏡🏢

• 3 days office-based
• 2 days home working

🎁 Benefits

We value our employees and offer a range of benefits, including:

• 💷 Competitive hourly rate of £20.38 per hour.
• 🏡 Flexible work pattern with a mix of office and home working.
• 🚀 Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• 🤗 A supportive and inclusive work environment.
• 🌍 The chance to make a meaningful impact on the community through your work.

📋 Responsibilities

As a Business Support Officer, your key responsibilities will include:

1. 💡 Providing advice and guidance on financial, business information systems, performance management, projects, and business administration matters across the directorate.
2. 🗂️ Supporting the Business Support Manager with day-to-day administrative tasks.
3. 📈 Coordinating customer care information and other relevant data for the Service Unit.
4. 🤝 Collaborating with other Business Support Officers to ensure a unified approach to business support.
5. 💰 Assisting in budget control activities across all functions and facilities within the Service Unit.
6. 📝 Preparing analysis, reports, briefing documents, and statistical data for Council Committees.
7. 🗓️ Supporting the preparation and monitoring of business plans and risk registers, including the development of annual objectives and performance indicators.
8. 🏗️ Leading the production of business cases and financial appraisals to support Service Unit initiatives and projects.
9. 🛒 Assisting with procurement activities, including tenders and evaluating submissions, in line with Council policies.
10. 🤝 Building and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders, including tenants, user groups, partnerships, government bodies, and service providers.
11. 🔍 Conducting research to identify emerging needs within the Service Unit.
12. ✔️ Ensuring compliance with Council policies and procedures while upholding the highest standards of management and personal conduct.
13. ⭐ Promoting high standards of customer care and enhancing the public image and reputation of the Council.
14. 🌈 Advocating for equality of opportunity and access in service delivery.

🎓 Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you should possess the following qualifications and skills:

• 📊 Proven experience in business support, financial operations, or performance management.
• 🤔 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to prepare detailed reports and business cases.
• 🗣️ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• 💻 Proficiency in business information systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• 📜 Knowledge of procurement policies and procedures is desirable.
• 💡 Ability to work collaboratively and adapt to changing organisational needs.
• 💖 A commitment to delivering high standards of customer care and promoting equality.

🌟 Day-to-Day

Your typical day as a Business Support Officer will involve:

• 🤝 Collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders to address business support needs.
• 📝 Preparing financial reports, performance metrics, and business cases.
• 🛒 Assisting with procurement processes and budget monitoring.
• 🔎 Conducting research and providing insights to support decision-making.
• 📋 Coordinating customer care information and ensuring compliance with Council policies.
• 📈 Supporting the development and monitoring of business plans and risk registers.

If you are a proactive and detail-oriented professional with a passion for delivering high-quality business support services, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. 🏆 Join us in making a difference in our community! 💪🙌

📩 Apply now to become a key part of our Parks & Amenities Service Unit. 🌳✨

Business Support Officer (HR and Administration) 💼👩‍💼👨‍💼

Overview 🌟

Business Support Officer (HR and Administration) required to join the City and Neighbourhood Services Department on a temporary basis. This role offers an exciting opportunity to provide critical support in delivering human resources and administrative functions, ensuring efficient and cost-effective service delivery. 🌟 We are committed to fostering diversity, equality, and inclusion in our workplace 🌈 and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

• 📍 Location: 4-10 Linenhall Street, Belfast, BT2 8BP, United Kingdom
• 📋 Employment Type: Temporary
• ⏰ Hours Per Week: 37 hours
• 💷 Rate: £20.66 per hour

Responsibilities 🚀

As a Business Support Officer (HR and Administration), your primary duties will include:

• 👩‍🏫 Supervising, training, and supporting staff across HR/administration duties to meet departmental needs.
• 💡 Providing advice and guidance to managers and employees on HR policies, including attendance management, recruitment, and grievance processes.
• 📊 Preparing, producing, and analyzing service performance and compliance reports related to HR matters.
• 🗂️ Managing and maintaining accurate HR records, including Occupational Health correspondence and Freedom of Information requests.
• 📜 Assisting with the development and implementation of HR-related procedures, policies, and departmental business plans.
• 🔄 Driving continuous improvement by reviewing HR work practices and identifying opportunities for efficiency.
• 🧑‍🎓 Coordinating training programs, staff inductions, and supporting professional development activities.

Qualifications 🎓🔑

Essential Criteria:

1. 🎓 Education:

   • A third-level qualification in a relevant subject such as Business Studies, Human Resources, or equivalent; OR
   • Demonstrable experience as listed below.

2. 💡 Experience:

   • 1 year of relevant experience (OR 2 years if you do not hold a third-level qualification) in the following areas:
     • 📝 Providing HR policy/process guidance, including recruitment, payroll, and compliance-related matters.
     • 🤝 Collaborating with Trade Unions on HR-related matters.
     • 🔍 Active participation in managing attendance policies, disciplinary actions, and employee resourcing issues.

3. ✨ Skills & Attributes:

   • 📢 Strong written and verbal communication skills to address complex or sensitive HR matters.
   • ✅ In-depth understanding of HR issues, legislation, and best practices.
   • 💪 Effective team leadership and the ability to motivate direct reports.
   • 🗓️ Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize workloads effectively.

Day-to-Day 🗓️

Your day-to-day activities may involve:

• 🙋‍♀️ Leading and supporting a small team of HR staff to meet departmental needs.
• 📊 Preparing accurate HR reports, e.g., sickness absence and performance data.
• 🔎 Investigating and addressing personnel issues in line with council policies and employment law.
• 🏥 Engaging with occupational health providers, supporting employees during absence management, and preparing documentation for case reviews.
• 📋 Providing support for recruitment processes, from induction training to compliance with HR standards.
• 🔄 Conducting regular reviews of HR systems, policies, and procedures to identify improvements or innovations.

Location: Various across Belfast
Hours: 25 hours per week (Monday–Friday)
Contract: Temporary (July–August)
Employer: Belfast City Council (via agency)

🌟 Overview

We are recruiting Summer Playscheme Workers to support the delivery of engaging, safe, and inclusive programmes for children and young people aged 4–16. This is a hands-on role ideal for individuals with experience working with children and a passion for playwork and community engagement.

🎯 Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organise and deliver structured play activities
• Supervise children in both indoor and outdoor settings
• Support trips and off-site activities
• Prepare and maintain play materials and resources
• Work collaboratively with staff and volunteers
• Ensure adherence to child protection and health & safety policies
• Assist with basic administration and record keeping
• Contribute to the overall positive experience of the playscheme

👤 Essential Criteria

Experience

• Minimum 1 year’s experience working with children
• Experience in planning and delivering activities

Skills & Attributes

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection
• Awareness of health & safety responsibilities
• Ability to engage children in a fun, safe, and inclusive way

🎓 Desirable Criteria

• NVQ Level II in Playwork, Childcare, or equivalent

⚠️ Additional Requirements

• Must be 18 years or over
• Enhanced AccessNI check required prior to placement
• Attendance at mandatory paid training and induction
• Must be reliable, punctual, and professional at all times

🕒 Programme Details

• 25 hours per week
• Summer programme runs across July–August (dates vary by location)
• Mandatory paid training sessions held in June

💬 Additional Information

This role involves working directly with children and requires a high level of responsibility, enthusiasm, and commitment to delivering a safe and enjoyable environment.

📍 Location: Crumlin
👥 Positions Available: 20
📄 Job Type: Temporary to Permanent
⏰ Hours: Full-time

🌟 Overview

We are currently seeking motivated and reliable Picker & Packers to join our team at a busy warehouse in Crumlin. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working as part of a team. You will play a key role in ensuring that goods are accurately picked, packed, and prepared for dispatch.

⚠️ Please note: Own transport is essential as there are no public bus routes to this location.

👔 Responsibilities

As a Picker & Packer, your primary duties will include:

• ✅ Accurately picking items from stock locations.
• 📦 Packing orders securely and efficiently to ensure safe delivery.
• 🏷️ Labelling and preparing goods for dispatch.
• 🎯 Meeting daily picking and packing targets.
• 🧹 Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
• 🛡️ Adhering to all health and safety procedures.

🎓 Qualifications

✅ Essential Requirements:

• 🚗 Own transport (no public transport access to the site).
• 🔍 Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• 💪 Physical ability to perform manual handling tasks and work on your feet for extended periods.
• ⏱️ Dependable, punctual, and able to work effectively as part of a team.

🌟 Desirable (Not Essential):

• 📦 Previous experience in a warehouse or picking & packing role.
• 📲 Familiarity with hand-held scanners.

🛠️ Day-to-Day

Your typical day will involve:

• ☀️ Starting your shift with a team briefing to outline daily targets.
• 📑 Using pick lists or hand-held scanners to locate and retrieve items from the warehouse.
• 📦 Packing items securely and 🏷️ labelling them for dispatch.
• ✨ Ensuring your workstation is clean and organized.
• 🤝 Collaborating with team members to meet operational goals.

🎁 Benefits

• 🚀 Immediate starts available for successful candidates.
• 💰 Weekly pay for your convenience.
• 📈 Opportunity for ongoing work with the potential for a permanent position based on performance.

📩 How to Apply:
If you are interested in this opportunity, please reply to this advert or contact us directly to book a registration.

💡 Join our team and become an essential part of a dynamic and fast-paced warehouse operation! 💪

🔍 Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and professional Community Wellbeing Officer 💼 to join our Leisure & Community Wellbeing team. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced individual 🌟 to contribute to the development and delivery of community-focused initiatives 🤝. The position is based at the Civic Centre, Lagan Valley Island, Lisburn 🏢, with a flexible work pattern 🌍 (three days in the office and two days remote). This is a temporary role for 12 weeks, with a target start date of 27 April 2026 📅.

• 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Number of positions: 1
• ⏱ Hours per week: 18.5

📝 Responsibilities

• 📌 Develop and implement community wellbeing programs that align with organisational objectives.
• 📢 Engage with local communities to identify needs and opportunities for improvement.
• 🤝 Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver impactful initiatives.
• 📊 Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of programs, providing regular reports and recommendations.
• ✅ Ensure compliance with relevant policies, procedures, and regulations.
• 📞 Act as a point of contact for community wellbeing inquiries and provide professional advice as required.

🎓 Qualifications

• ✅ Proven experience in community development or a related field.
• 🤍 Strong understanding of wellbeing principles and their application in community settings.
• 🗣️ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with diverse groups.
• 🤝 Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• 📅 Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• 💻 Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software.

📅 Day-to-Day

• 🛠️ Attend meetings with internal teams and external stakeholders to discuss ongoing projects.
• 🎉 Plan and coordinate community wellbeing activities and events.
• 🔍 Conduct research and gather data to inform program development.
• 📂 Prepare reports and presentations for management and stakeholders.
• 📞 Respond to community inquiries and provide support as needed.
• 💼 Work both on-site at the Civic Centre and remotely, as per the agreed work pattern.

🎁 Benefits

• 💰 Competitive hourly rate:
  • PAYE: £21.65 per hour
• 🕐 Flexible work pattern 📍 (mix of office and remote working).
• 🌈 Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on community wellbeing.
• 🤝 Collaborative and supportive work environment.

📍 Job Location

Civic Centre, Lagan Valley Island, Lisburn 🏢
Lisburn and Castlereagh, BT27 4RL, United Kingdom 🇬🇧

🚀 Ready to Apply?

If you're passionate 🫶 about community wellbeing and have the skills and experience required, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity 🏅. Join us in making a positive difference 🌟 in the lives of our community members! 🌍

We look forward to hearing from you! 😊

Overview
Are you passionate about tourism and love engaging with people? If so, this opportunity is perfect for you! Our client is seeking enthusiastic and customer-focused individuals to join their team as Seasonal Visitor Information Advisors. This role is a fantastic chance to promote tourism and enhance visitor experiences at Hillsborough Forest. If you thrive in dynamic environments and take pride in delivering exceptional customer service, keep reading—we’d love to hear from you! 🌳✨

🕒 Role Details

• Hours per week: Flexible
• Rate:
  • PAYE: £13.26 per hour
• Location: Market Square, Lisburn, Lisburn and Castlereagh, BT28 1AG, United Kingdom

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🎯 Key Responsibilities

As a Seasonal Visitor Information Advisor, your responsibilities will include:

1. 🌟 Providing a warm and friendly welcome to visitors at the Hillsborough Forest Visitor Information Trailer.
2. 🎡 Sharing detailed information about local attractions, tours, events, dining options, and transportation in Lisburn & Castlereagh and Northern Ireland.
3. 📖 Ensuring the Visitor Information Trailer is well-stocked with up-to-date tourism materials and brochures.
4. 📋 Recording and monitoring visitor enquiries, maintaining accurate information records.
5. 📊 Conducting visitor satisfaction surveys to gather valuable feedback.
6. 🤝 Collaborating with local tourism industry partners and related departments for seamless visitor experiences.
7. 🚗 Occasionally assisting with off-site events and activities as needed.
8. 📌 Promoting the area’s unique offerings by delivering excellent service and supporting the overall tourism strategy.

✅ What We’re Looking For

Here’s what you need to succeed in this role:

Essential:

• 🎓 A minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade A-C, NVQ Level 2 or above.
• 🧑‍💼 At least one year of customer service experience, ideally in a visitor-facing or hospitality role.

Desirable:

• 🗺 One year of experience in a tourism-related field, such as visitor information services, hospitality, or customer-facing retail.
• 💰 Proven sales skills would be an advantage.

General Requirements:

• ⏰ Flexibility to work outside of traditional hours when required.
• 🌈 A positive attitude and a strong passion for exceptional customer service.

🛠 Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Your typical workday might include:

• 🤗 Greeting and assisting visitors with tailored recommendations for their trip.
• 🗂 Organizing materials and ensuring the Visitor Information Trailer is well-stocked.
• 📋 Engaging with visitors to gather feedback through satisfaction surveys.
• 🤝 Collaborating with team members and partners to deliver seamless service.
• 🎡 Occasionally representing the team at off-site events.

🕒 Work Schedule

• May, June & September: Open Friday to Sunday, 10am - 4pm.
• July & August: Open daily, 10am - 4pm.
  This role offers a zero-hours contract, providing flexibility to suit your lifestyle.

🎁 Benefits

• 🔖 Competitive hourly rates: £13.26 (PAYE)
• 🌳 An opportunity to work in a stunning outdoor setting at Hillsborough Forest.
• 💼 Gain valuable experience in the tourism and hospitality sector.
• 👫 Be part of a supportive and dynamic team.
• 🤸 Flexible working hours to fit around your schedule.

🔗 If you’re ready to make a positive impact on visitors’ experiences and showcase the best of Lisburn & Castlereagh, don’t wait—apply now to join the team as a Seasonal Visitor Information Advisor! 🌟

✨ Overview

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Human Resources Manager to join our team on a temporary basis. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in managing and supporting the human resources functions within our City and Neighbourhood Services Department. If you are passionate about HR, have a strong background in employee relations, and thrive in a dynamic, multi-disciplined environment, we encourage you to apply. 💼✨

• 🧳 Job Title: Human Resources Manager - Management
• 🕐 Hours Per Week: 37
• 📍 Job Location: 4-10 Linenhall Street, Belfast, BT2 8BP, United Kingdom
• 💰 Rate:
  • PAYE: £27.71 per hour

🔍 Responsibilities

As the Human Resources Manager, you will:

• ✅ Provide expert advice and guidance to senior managers and staff on HR matters, including employee relations, attendance management, training and development, and employee resourcing.
• ✅ Oversee the implementation and compliance of HR policies, ensuring alignment with relevant legislation and best practices.
• ✅ Manage and supervise departmental HR staff, ensuring efficient and effective service delivery.
• ✅ Lead investigations and hearings related to disciplinary, grievance, and capability matters.
• ✅ Monitor and manage attendance, including compliance with absence management policies and procedures.
• ✅ Collaborate with corporate HR to oversee recruitment, workforce planning, and agency worker engagement.
• ✅ Develop and implement departmental learning and development strategies.
• ✅ Contribute to the formulation and review of council and departmental policies, strategies, and performance indicators.
• ✅ Maintain accurate personnel records and ensure compliance with data protection legislation.
• ✅ Represent the department in consultative meetings with trade unions and staff representatives.

📜 Qualifications

To be considered for this role, you must meet the following criteria:

Must-Haves 🏅

• 🎓 Hold a third-level qualification in a relevant subject such as Human Resource Management, Business Studies, or an equivalent qualification.
• 🌟 Be a current, full professional member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) (Associate, Chartered Member, or Chartered Fellow).
• 📋 Have at least two years of relevant experience managing HR issues at a middle management level in a large, multi-disciplined, unionised organisation (100+ employees).
• Proven experience with:
  • ✔️ Providing advice and support on HR and employee relations issues, including recruitment, disciplinary, grievance, and attendance management.
  • ✔️ Managing HR and employee relations in line with policies, procedures, and legislative requirements.
  • ✔️ Supervising and managing staff using performance management principles.

Nice-to-Haves 🌟

• ➕ Three years of relevant experience in the areas mentioned above.
• ➕ A higher relevant qualification, such as a Master’s in Human Resource Management or equivalent.

🔧 Day-to-Day

• 🤝 Collaborate with senior managers to address HR and employee relations issues.
• ✅ Oversee recruitment activities and workforce planning within the department.
• 📊 Monitor and report on attendance and absence management to ensure policy compliance.
• 🕵️ Conduct investigations, hearings, and consultations with trade unions and staff representatives.
• 📁 Maintain accurate HR records while ensuring compliance with data protection regulations.
• 🏋️ Support the development and implementation of departmental learning and development strategies.
• 🙋 Supervise and manage HR staff, ensuring effective service delivery and continuous improvement.

🎁 Benefits

• 💷 Competitive hourly rate: £27.71
• 🌐 Flexible working arrangements, including the possibility of working remotely up to two days per week after training.
• 🤝 Opportunity to work with a dynamic, large, and unionised organisation.
• 🌟 Gain valuable leadership experience within a public sector environment.
• 🏆 Contribute to meaningful HR initiatives impacting the organisation and its dedicated employees.

If you are a dedicated HR professional with a passion for driving positive change and supporting organisational success, we want to hear from you! 🚀 Apply now to join our team and make a difference! 🌟