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HR Manager - Carmarthenshire
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Competitive Salary On-site | Manufacturing | South Wales
An established and highly secure manufacturing organisation is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead people operations at one of its largest UK sites.
This is a senior, hands-on role suited to a confident HR generalist who thrives in a fast-paced, operational environment and enjoys being close to the business.
The Role
You will take full responsibility for HR delivery on a large manufacturing site.
The role sits as part of the site senior leadership team and combines autonomy with strong group-level HR support.
Key accountabilities include:
- Leading and developing an established on-site HR team.
- Managing a high-volume employee relations environment.
- Acting as a trusted HR advisor to senior operational stakeholders.
- Ensuring consistent application of HR policies, procedures, and employment law.
- Overseeing recruitment for senior and specialist site roles.
- Providing leadership oversight of weekly payroll (no hands-on processing).
- Driving people initiatives that support performance, engagement, and compliance.
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The Environment
Large-scale manufacturing operation with hundreds of permanent employees, plus a sizeable temporary workforce.
Fast-moving, reactive setting where operational delivery is key.
Strong emphasis on pragmatism, relationship-building, and impact at site level.
About You
An experienced HR Manager (or equivalent) with a strong background in manufacturing or similar operational environments.
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