HR Assistant

Overview

The Dawn Meats Group is one of Europe’s leading food processing companies and operates as Dunbia in the UK. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company who have a desire to produce better food naturally.

We have an exciting opportunity for an existing HR professional, or someone with a desire to progress into an HR role to join our busy factory site team as a HR Assistant . You will have the support to develop and build on prior experience or transferable skill sets. The main focus of the role is to effectively contribute to the HR function and the Llanybydder Site, providing support to the existing onsite HR team and employees.

Standard hours will be 8-5 Monday to Friday

Who We’re Looking For:

We Would love to hear from individuals who enjoy working with other, taking pride in doing things properly and feel comfortable following procedures in a regulated environment.

You’ll be someone who:

• Takes initiative and enjoys getting things done
• Follows instructions and works with care and consistency
• Upholds and shares our strong values and supports a positive team culture
• Communicates well
• Works well with others
• Is reliable and hardworking

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the HR team to support the delivery of all people policies and processes in line with best practice and legislative requirements.
• Supporting the HR function with the full recruitment process including interview, pre-employment checks and onboarding including the delivery of site inductions.
• Supporting internal and external enquiries and requests relating to the HR function
• Daily on-site interaction and employee engagement with a multi-cultural and diverse workforce.
• Supporting the business through the delivery of site absence management processes
• Ensure all completed training documentation is returned to the HR office, training matrix updated and paperwork filed
• Notetaking in formal meetings including but not limited to disciplinary and grievance hearings
• Help support, organise, and deliver onsite Occupational Health surveillance visits, ethical audits, and other such initiatives.
• Ensure stringent right to work checks and responsibility for tracking visa expiry dates.
• Support with the administration of contracts of employment and statements of change, and letter writing
• Maintaining personnel records
• General HR administration and support with any ad hoc HR projects as required.
• Support payroll-related activities by maintaining an understanding of payroll processes and responding to employee queries regarding working hours, attendance, and pay

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in the HR field or strong transferrable skills considered.
• Resilient and highly organised.
• Excellent attention to detail
• Emotionally intelligent
• Professional conduct with the ability to maintain a high level of trust and confidentiality.
• Effective communicator, able to build trust and influence.
• Proactive and able to work under own initiative.
• Keen and enthusiastic attitude to learning.
• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks and stakeholders.

Why Work With Us?

By joining us, you’re not just taking a job – you're becoming part of a company that values its employees, its local community, and the food we produce. This is a great opportunity to build your career in the food industry and be part of a team that’s making a real difference!

What We Offer:

• Immediate Start – Join us right away and start making a difference from day one
• Weekly Pay – Reliable and fast payments for your hard work.
• Permanent, Full-Time Position – Stability and a long-term career with growth opportunities.
• Free Tea & Coffee – Stay refreshed during your shift.
• PPE Provided – Your safety matters; we supply all necessary protective equipment
• Long-Service Award – We value loyalty and recognize those who stay and grow with us
• Refer-a-Friend Scheme - Earn rewards for bringing great people into the team
• Progression Routes – Access to internal development pathways and apprenticeship opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Confidential support for well-being and mental health

No company sponsorship is available to overseas applicants for this position.

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