Recruitment Officer - Fixed Term Contract in Westhoughton

We are looking for an organised, proactive and experienced Recruitment Officer to join our busy HR team on a fixed term contract.

The role is full time working Monday to Friday 08.30 - 17.00. The contract is estimated to start January 2027 with an expiry of 28th May 2028.

You will play a key role in delivering the end-to-end recruitment process, working closely with hiring managers to attract, recruit and onboard the right people across the business.

Working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, you will need to be adaptable, able to manage competing priorities and confident working to tight deadlines, whilst maintaining accuracy and delivering a professional recruitment service.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from advertising vacancies through to selection, offers and onboarding.

• Create and publish internal and external job adverts, shortlist applications and coordinate interviews.

• Manage and maintain the Recruitment Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

• Provide recruitment advice and support to hiring managers.

• Process new starter paperwork and enter employee details onto CIVICA.

• Coordinate pre-employment checks, including references and Right to Work compliance.

• Prepare induction packs and deliver new starter inductions when required.

• Update training databases and support new starter touchdown reviews.

• Process contractual changes and maintain accurate employee records.

• Complete weekly recruitment KPIs and provide management reports.

• Maintain accurate recruitment documentation and undertake general recruitment administration.

Essential Experience and Skills

• Previous recruitment experience is essential, including knowledge of the end-to-end recruitment process.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to prioritise workload, multitask and meet deadlines.

• Ability to use own initiative and work independently.

• Good IT literacy and confidence using databases and recruitment systems.

• Ability to work effectively under pressure within a fast-paced environment.

• A flexible, proactive and professional approach.

You will be a confident and approachable recruitment professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You will enjoy working with people at all levels, be comfortable managing competing demands and take pride in delivering an efficient, accurate and professional recruitment service.