HR Generalist - County Westmeath

HR Generalist - County Westmeath.

In this role you will be responsible for supporting the effective delivery of core HR activities. This includes advising managers and employees on HR processes, co-ordinating recruitment and onboarding, supporting performance and training initiatives, and ensuring policy compliance in line with employment legislation. The HR Generalist will work closely with all departments and plays a key part in maintaining a positive and productive working environment. This role requires strong communication skills, solid HR knowledge, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide advice and support to line managers and employees on the application of key HR processes.
• Assist with resourcing and talent acquisition planning across all levels, including contract renewals.
• Co-ordinate and facilitate employee induction programmes.
• Support the implementation of the company’s performance management processes across teams.
• Prepare monthly management KPI reports (e.g. headcount, absenteeism, performance).
• Monitor and maintain the company’s Business Intelligence HR reporting system.
• Build strong working relationships and maintain open communication with employees and leadership.
• Ensure HR policies remain up to date and compliant with employment legislation.
• Attend job and recruitment fairs to support employer branding and attract talent.
• Develop relationships with local schools and colleges to promote graduate and apprenticeship programmes.
• Co-ordinate and administer training for apprentices.
• Manage and control all content on company social media.
• Perform other day-to-day duties required in a busy and dynamic HR environment.

Interested applicants should have:
• Strong IT proficiency, with the ability to adapt quickly to new systems.
• Solid understanding of Irish employment legislation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
• Organised, dependable, and capable of working independently and/or in a team.
• At least 2–3 years’ experience in a similar HR role.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is desirable.
• A third-level qualification in Human Resources or demonstrable equivalent experience.