Human Resources Officer

Join Westland, a Top 100 employer in Northern Ireland, a market leader in the industry, operating internationally with an ambitious growth strategy. This is an exciting time to join the team and make a real impact.

This is a truly hands-on role where no two days are the same. From supporting managers with day to day operational needs, shaping recruitment priorities, and assisting with TUPE processes, you’ll play a key role in delivering practical HR solutions across the business.

We’re seeking an experienced HR Officer / HR Advisor to be the main HR contact for our Birdcare Division, while also supporting wider HR activities across the Group.

The Role:

• First point of contact for HR queries, providing advice and guidance to managers and employees.
• Manage employee relations cases including disciplinary, grievance, absence, capability, and performance matters.
• Lead recruitment and onboarding processes, ensuring a smooth experience for candidates and employees.
• Support TUPE transfers, restructures, and consultation processes.
• Monitor absence and turnover, analyse HR data, and recommend practical solutions.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and audits.
• Build trusted relationships with managers and employees across sites.

The Person:

• 2–3 years’ experience in a generalist HR role, ideally in manufacturing, logistics, or operational environments.
• CIPD Level 5 qualified (or working towards) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of UK & NI employment law.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Organised, resilient, and able to prioritise effectively.
• Confident using MS Office and HR systems.
• Full clean driving licence and willingness to travel occasionally to other sites.

Why join us? If you are a practical, hands-on HR professional looking for a varied role across multiple sites, this is your chance to join a leading, ambitious, and internationally recognised company and make a real difference.

Westland Horticulture is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Closing Date – 26th of September, 2025