HR Business Partner

Department: Human Resources

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: AAG Defence Services

Description

Job title: Business Partner - UK
Reports to: Chief People Officer (dotted line to Director of Maintenance)
Location: Brize Norton, Oxfordshire, UK.
Work Schedule: On-Site presence required for minimum 32 hours per week Part-time flexibility may be provided (minimum requirement - 32 hours per week)

AAG Defence Services is a MAA Part 145 Approved Maintenance Organisation (AMO) based in RAF Brize Norton, UK. We work in partnership with Airbus Aerospace & Defence to supply dedicated MRO services, including heavy and line maintenance, to the Royal Air Force’s fleet of A400M Atlas aircraft. Our committed and flexible team of over 100 engineers and management are based at RAF Brize Norton in a dedicated 24,000m², three-bay facility designed to optimise the maintenance of the aircraft. AAG Defence Services is a subsidiary company of Atlantic Aviation Group.

Job Purpose

This role is solely accountable for the end-to-end Human Resources function for AAG Defence Services including payroll and training. This role is responsible for the development and delivery of a HR strategy and plan to suit the changing business environment and deliver bottom line added value for the business. This role provides a primary relationship with business leaders to ensure the delivery of the HR plan and ensures that HR policies and procedures fit the needs, goals, and aims of the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage all day-to-day HR operations for AAG Defence Services.
Partner with the local AAGDS team and the wider HR Team across Atlantic Aviation Group (AAG) and in developing the HR Strategy for the business.
Collaborate with the wider HR team across AAG on all strategic projects and initiatives to bring consistency and clear line of sight at all times.
Provide people leadership and development to the HR team (including Payroll and Training) at AAGDS.
Provide the right mentoring, support and coaching to the HR Team with a strong results-oriented focus and ensuring the team are set up for success.
Champion and drive change, adaptability and agility across the business and HR team.
Support the AAGDS Management team in devising and implementing techniques to successfully drive change and culture throughout the business.
Build, demonstrate and drive a HR brand which is consistent with AAG values and behaviours.
Support in the implementation of key initiatives and business-related projects.
Build and maintain strong and effective relationships across all roles in the organisation.
Manage and optimise HR processes to allow for greater opportunity and delivery within the HR team to our stakeholder groups.
Provide accurate data to the business to facilitate effective planning and decision making.
Initiate and lead key HR and L & D projects and activities that contribute to building a positive high performing organisational environment.
Provide advice and support in line with company policies to ensure best practice.
Manage all Employee Relations processes, including investigation, disciplinary, grievance while giving proactive advice and support to managers and employees on all areas.
Oversee Absence monitoring and analysis and provide guidance to the Payroll Administrator regarding the analysis and reporting of absence. Provide proactive advice and support to managers and employees on all areas.
Be a key contributor to the AAGDS management team, engaging in key activities and sharing experience.
Own the relationship with the recognised Unions, managing consultation and pay negotiations processes.
Work with and coach managers and leaders to get the best from their teams and manage issues when they arise, whilst also assisting them with delivering their plans.
In collaboration with Talent Acquisition, manage the recruitment and selection function for AAGDS, from sourcing to onboarding and induction.
Oversee the probation review process.
Oversee the management and administration of employee benefits, Private Medical Insurance, Go Beyond recognition programme, HR policies and procedures.
Manage the payroll function.
Maintain and update personnel records within the HR database.
Manage the annual PDR process.
Oversee the management of weekly planned absence -annual leave, training, LTS to Planning for the maintenance plan.
Any other duties and responsibilities identified by your manager as it relates to Human Resources.

Essential skills and qualifications

Minimum 5 years experience in a HR Business Partner capacity or similar which includes leading and managing employee relations and union activities.
Minimum 3 years experience in people management and providing pro-active, strategic advice to local management teams.
Ability to work effectively in a team.
Experience of giving sound HR advice and achieving tangible results within a busy HR environment
Supporting managers in policy application
Experience of delivering a range of HR projects and activities
Strong IT skills and experience of working with Microsoft Office (Excel, word, PowerPoint)
CIPD level 5 or equivalent experience
3 GCSEs including English and Maths (or equivalent)
Excellent time management and interpersonal/organisation skills
Confident, proactive approach to work, enthusiastic with a professional communication style
Accurate, numerate with excellent attention to detail
Team player with the ability to work with a degree of autonomy
Able to role model positive values and behaviours
Good awareness of Aviation safety

Core Values

Closing Date

If you feel your skills and experience meet the requirements of this position, we look forward to hearing from you!

Atlantic Aviation Group reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found.

As a growing and ambitious organisation, we are always interested in speaking to individuals about their next career move. If this is not the right position for you but you would still like to find out more about working for Atlantic Aviation Group, please contact us.

Equal Opportunities Employer

Atlantic Aviation Group is an equal opportunities employer. The people of Atlantic Aviation Group are the foundation of its success, and we believe that employing a diverse workforce is key to this success. As an equal opportunity employer, we will consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of nationality, religion, ethnic origin, gender identity or expression, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, or disability. We value your passion, energy, and creativeness.

One of our company values is to provide a people focussed environment with a strong sense of community, where individuals feel safe, valued, and engaged. We are committed to accommodating individuals with disabilities through our recruitment process and encourage any candidates to tell us about any adjustment requirements.

Agencies

Atlantic Aviation Group does not accept unsolicited CVs from 3rd party recruitment agencies without a written agreement in place. Atlantic Aviation Group is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs and no fee will be paid should the candidate be hired by Atlantic Aviation Group.

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About Atlantic Aviation Group

Atlantic Aviation Group is an independent aviation solutions company providing comprehensive maintenance, modification and support services to operators around the world. Our services include Part 145 Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO), Part CAMO, Part21J Design Services and Part 147 training solutions across two facilities in Shannon, Ireland.

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