Senior HR Generalist

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About us

Shearwater Geoservices is a medium business in Horley. We are agile, and our goal is to Measure the earth to increase our knowledge of the planet for a responsible future..

Our work environment includes:

• Modern office setting

Working in partnership with our technical teams, our centralised corporate services departments operate on a global scale, but work like a local team.

Combining their experience and expertise, they work collaboratively with the aim to continuously improve our vital business and people functions.

As Shearwater evolves our IT, HR, Marketing, Supply Chain, QHSE and Finance operations develop their strategies to advance this business growth.

And this is only achieved through the close partnership between our operations and support teams – sharing knowledge and ideas so that problems can be solved in unison.

The position of Senior HR Generalist is a fantastic opportunity for an HR Professional to expand on their own experience. Working collaboratively with Offshore Managers and Marine Operations handling diverse responsibilities from employee relations cases, broader policy advice, and implementing improvements to our current HR operation practices.

Duties and responsibilities

• Management of the offshore HR inbox, supporting quick and efficient responses to all crew and manager queries in line with offshore policies (and local legislation where appropriate).
• Track, manage and advise on all ST and LT sickness cases on vessels.
• Provide the offshore HR Managers with appropriate guidance and advice where needed.
• Work with HR Managers to identify areas for upskill required – both for HR Managers and Managers on vessels.
• Create, update and maintain offshore HR policies where required.
• Communicate HR policies and processes and ensure policies are up to date and compliant with local legislation.
• Maintain confidentiality of records and documentation required for employee relations issues.
• Partner with legal department and external advisors to solve complex ER issues and keep abreast of the changing legal landscape to ensure these are effectively implemented into company policies and procedures.
• Produce and analyse HR / ER related data, identifying solutions as necessary and sharing all trends and insights with relevant stakeholders.
• Be a trusted advisor to HR Managers within the offshore HR team globally to provide advice and input into wider people policies and guidance on HR matters
• Identify and participate in continuous improvement initiatives conducted by the Global HR team.
• Ensure compliance with Data Privacy & Protection Guidelines. Labour Law and relevant legislation.
• Identify areas for improvement and recommend appropriate solutions to address the needs of a growing organization.

Education and experience

• HR qualification (UK based minimum CIPD level 5)
• Min of 5 years, experience of working in a medium to large organisation as an HR Generalist/Advisor with a strong employee relations background
• Proven experience of case management and sickness management
• Experience of working with remote teams
• Experience of creating and amending people policies
• Up to date employment law knowledge
• Experience of working with SAGE desirable but not essential

Personal Qualities

• Ability to establish and build trusted working relationships with strong interpersonal skills, both in person and remotely given the global split of the offshore HR Managers. The role can be based in the Gatwick or Bergen office and therefore advice, coaching and guidance will be via phone and Teams. Some travel may be required to attend meetings in person.
• Ability to work well under pressure to meet deadlines and targets.
• A long-term interest to develop knowledge regarding employment law in countries outside of the UK.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to articulate information clearly and concisely both verbally and in written format.
• Highly organised with a methodical approach and an eye for detail.
• A proactive problem solver with a passion for delivering a great employee experience.

Training and Development

From day one you will contribute, applying and adapting your professional and academic experience for business needs, with any knowledge gaps being filled by an individual learning plan.

What does Shearwater offer employees?

• The chance to work in one of the world’s most exciting industries. From acquisition to image processing and research & development, our people innovate collaboratively from sensor to image - a continuous loop between people and technology
• Working with highly driven, skilled, and dedicated colleagues, both on and offshore
• Competitive salary and benefits
• A culture of transparency and freedom which allows our people to develop in an environment that encourages progression
• A commitment to being the best and finding people who share this vision

Curious? Perfect. We all have that in common.

Shearwater careers: Time to make your own waves

Job Types: Temporary contract, Full-time
Contract length: 12 months

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus scheme

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Horley: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• HR: 5 years (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 12/10/2023