HR Manager | FMCG Sector (Ayrshire)
- Company: Halls of Scotland (Part of Browns Food Group)
- Location: Prestwick, Ayrshire (100% On-site position)
- Headcount: 250+ employees (and expanding)
- Compensation: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum (Offered relative to experience)
- Schedule: Monday – Friday, 08:00 – 17:00
- Status: Full-Time, Permanent (Immediate start available)
The Opportunity
Are you a forward-thinking, resilient HR leader who excels in high-volume, fast-paced manufacturing environments?
Halls of Scotland is expanding! To support the growth of our production facilities in Prestwick, we are searching for a decisive, people-centric On-Site HR Manager to oversee and elevate our HR function. This is a hands-on, high-impact role tailored for an HR professional who thrives under the daily pressures of the FMCG sector. Managing a major 250+ employee operation, you will collaborate closely with site leadership and our Group HR Projects Manager to champion cultural shifts, support business growth, and execute key change initiatives.
While a background in food manufacturing is highly preferred, the vital ingredient is your proven experience navigating a fast-moving, high-headcount production environment.
Core Responsibilities & Strategic Projects
In this role, you won't just manage daily processes; you will actively drive change during an exciting period of site expansion. Your focus will encompass:
- HRIS & Systems Optimisation: Overseeing the management and optimisation of our Time & Attendance (T&A) software (Tensor and Mitrefinch) to guarantee flawless data integrity and smooth payroll processing.
- Talent Development: Launching, embedding, and tracking our newly established Personal Development Programme (Clearview, part of One Advanced) across the site.
- L&D Expansion: Partnering with Group leadership to design, scale, and roll out bespoke, site-wide training initiatives to support our expanding production teams.
- Complex Employee Relations: Acting as the ultimate site authority on disciplinary actions, grievances, industrial relations, and employee welfare to foster a fair, transparent workplace.
- Performance Metrics: Championing the site-wide Performance and Development Review (PDR) cycle to boost retention, morale, and operational output.
- Compliance & Auditing: Auditing personnel records and alignment with H&S teams to safeguard compliance and ensure 100% accurate reporting.
- Team Leadership: You will directly manage, mentor, and inspire a small, dedicated site HR team
What You Bring to the Table
- Credentials: CIPD Level 7 (Advanced Diploma) is highly preferred. Candidates actively working toward this qualification with extensive equivalent experience are welcome to apply.
- Industry Expertise: A minimum of 5 years in HR Management, specifically within high-intensity Manufacturing, FMCG, or Logistics environments (Food manufacturing experience is a distinct advantage).
- Industrial Relations: Confident capability in navigating and working constructively with trade unions.
- Technical Literacy: Exceptional analytical and data-management skills. You must be deeply familiar with HRIS platforms and possess a sharp eye for detail regarding timekeeping data.
- Leadership Style: A proactive, autonomous decision-maker who puts people first while effectively balancing the commercial demands of a growing production facility.
Why Join Halls of Scotland?
As part of the Browns Food Group, you will benefit from the robust infrastructure and security of a major industry player, while enjoying the local autonomy required to make a genuine, lasting impact on our Prestwick operation during this exciting expansion phase.
To Apply
If you are an agile, highly organised HR professional ready for a rewarding new challenge, we want to hear from you today.
Browns Food Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants must possess the permanent right to work in the UK.
Pay: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Prestwick KA9 2NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
