HR Manager, UK

<b> Company Profile </b><br><br>Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries. <br><br><b> Duties & Responsibilities </b><br><br><b> Purpose </b> <br><br> The HR Manager leads a team of HR Advisors and acts as a trusted partner to the line by embedding corporate and regional operating model and strategy into UK operations, whilst overseeing the provisioning of value-added local HR support to Business segments and clients. In close partnership with established HR centers of expertise and service organisations, the HR Manager is responsible for the overall coordination and performance of the Country Human Resources function . <br><br> <b> Functions </b> <br><br> ESSENTIAL<ul> <li> Equip local leaders with appropriate tools and knowledge to effectively manage their people in line with the HR/Business segment strategy, objectives and plans. </li> <li> Identify and drive the sharing of best practices and harmonization efforts across the region and functions to promote consistency, homogeneity and continuous improvement. </li> <li> Act as a liaison between the business line and HR COEs and service organisations to ensure that HR services are aligned with internal client needs. Support and partner with the HR COEs to promote a cohesive HR culture. </li> <li> Support the business with implementing an effective labor relations strategy, management of employee and industrial relations. </li> </ul> <ul> <li> Review and benchmark the internal and external environment to improve HR policies and initiatives. </li> <li> Through close partnerships with peers and external networks, maintain knowledge of progressive HR practices and key trends. </li> <li> Facilitate the creation of an implementation and communication plan into the local business area that achieves the agreed deliverables. </li> <li> Proactively gain client feedback to aid HR COE/ specialist areas to improve service levels and delivery. </li> </ul> <ul> <li> Drive, influence, and support the cultural and people aspects of organizational change, structures, people processes and business improvement initiatives </li> <li> Provide development, guidance, engagement and supervision of HR staff within an assigned region. </li> </ul><br><b> OTHER </b><ul> <li> Assist with any other duties as and when required. </li> <li> Undertake specific projects (global or local) as prescribed by management. </li> <li> Oversee Union negotiations and consultations in conjunction with HR, Legal and Operations teams </li> </ul><br><b> Safety & Quality </b> <br><br>Ensure that the Safety policies and procedures are understood and adhered to so far as is reasonably practicable in order to ensure a safe working environment. <br><br> Carry out work in accordance with the Company Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality Systems. <br><br> Perform the assigned tasks with due diligence regarding the Integrated Management Systems on the Company. <br><br> Eliminate waste of whatever form, to suggest the use of more environmentally friendly substances and practices and contribute to the continuous improvement of the environment. <br><br><b> Supervisory Responsibilities </b> <br><br>This position has both direct and indirect (matrix) reports <br><br><b> Reporting Relationship </b><ul> <li> Sr. (Regional) Manager- HR EMEA </li> </ul><br><b> Qualifications </b><br><br><b> Qualifications </b><br><br> REQUIRED<ul> <li> Relevant Qualification/Degree </li> <li> Big- picture perspective, persuasion, influencing and coaching skills </li> <li> The ability to develop and maintain excellent working relationships within HR and the rest of the business. </li> <li> Experience of constructive interaction and influencing at Senior Manager/Director level. </li> <li> Commercially focused. </li> <li> Experience of managing significant organizational change. </li> <li> Proven experience of managing and implementing projects and strategic change initiatives. </li> <li> An up to date understanding of present and future employment legislation. </li> <li> Experience of working in a unionized environment </li> </ul><br>DESIRED<ul> <li> Past experience in a similar role. </li> <li> Experience of advising on complicated Employee Relations issues. </li> <li> Union relations experience </li> </ul><br><b> Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics </b><ul> <li> Excellent written and verbal communication skills </li> <li> Ability to work accurately whilst ensuring deadlines are met </li> <li> A skilled user of Microsoft Office packages, with an interest in HR Information Systems </li> <li> Proactive and able to prioritise workload, manage diary and work on own initiative </li> <li> An ambassador for Continuous Professional Development </li> <li> Proficient in Microsoft Windows </li> </ul><br><b> Working Conditions </b> <br><br> This position is considered OFFICE WORK which is characterized as follows.<ul> <li> Almost exclusively indoors during the day and occasionally at night </li> <li> Occasional exposure to airborne dust in the work place </li> <li> Work surface is stable (flat) </li> </ul><br><b> Physical Activity/Requirements </b> <br><br> The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. <br><br> This position is considered LIGHT work. <br><br><b> Closing Statement </b><br><br>We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to advance in an international company. To apply, click 'Apply Now'.