Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

 

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job Summary

At GKN Aerospace, we’re shaping the future of flight. As a global leader in aerospace manufacturing, we are committed to creating innovative solutions for our clients, pushing the boundaries of technology, and fostering a culture of excellence. Our Western Approach facility in Bristol is a centre for advanced engineering, where our teams thrive in an environment built on collaboration, inclusion, and a commitment to making things work better every day.

 

We are looking for a proactive and versatile HR Business Partner/Advisor to join our team at our GKN Western Approach Site. In this operational and highly collaborative role, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality HR support across the organisation, ensuring the effective execution of HR strategies and initiatives. You’ll be the go-to person for HR operations, from employee relations and policy implementation to workforce development and day-to-day HR advisory support. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a broad HR skillset who is ready to make an impact in a dynamic and fast-paced manufacturing environment.
 

How You'll Contribute Employee Relations: Serve as the first point of contact for employees and managers, handling queries and resolving issues to promote a positive and productive workplace culture. Policy Implementation: Ensure that HR policies and procedures are communicated, understood, and consistently applied across the site. Talent Management: Support managers with workforce planning, onboarding, and career development, focusing on skills and capability building within the teams. Performance Management: Coach managers on effective performance management practices, including goal-setting, feedback, and performance reviews. Operational Support: Partner closely with managers to deliver day-to-day HR support, advising on employee relations, absence management, disciplinary actions, and grievance procedures. HR Projects: Contribute to and lead HR projects aligned with GKN Aerospace’s broader HR and operational strategy, such as diversity and inclusion initiatives, employee engagement, and retention programs. Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and practices, driving efficiency and effectiveness in HR operations.
  What You'll bring

To help us make a difference, you’ll bring your passion and expertise/ talent for what you do along with the following skills, experience, qualifications and attributes:
 

Proven experience in an operational HR role, ideally in a manufacturing or industrial setting. Strong background in employee relations, talent management, and HR generalist support. CIPD Level 3 (or higher) qualification, or equivalent experience. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships with employees at all levels. Proficient in HR systems and Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to think on your feet, manage multiple tasks, and handle complex HR challenges with a solutions-oriented approach. Able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where priorities can change quickly. A team player who can partner with managers to support organizational goals and contribute to the success of the HR team.

 

You will be a HR Professional with strong commercial awareness, adept at executing HR strategies while aligning with business goals to drive growth and maximise organisational impact.
 

What We Offer

Once you’re on board you’ll get the following perks and benefits:

 

Competitive salary dependent on experience Industry Leading Pension Scheme = we’ll match your contributions up to 8% on a 1 : 1.5 basis Life Assurance 8 x salary 25 days holiday + bank holidays Flexible working hours including the ability to finish at 12noon on a Friday Income protection Shopping discounts Cycle To Work Scheme Employee Assistance Programme Virtual GP Clinic for you and immediate family A collaborative, dynamic working environment 

As well as a competitive package we’ll offer you a world of opportunity. We want to see your career fly!  We’ll support your career progression by providing you with learning and development opportunities. That’s the beauty of being part of a global business, once you’re on board you never know where you career journey may take you! 

 

Why Join Us 

 

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working
Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN.  Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute.  It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’ last year.  By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.
We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.
 

We’ll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further.  And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?

 

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

 

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN.  We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute.  It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’.  By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.

We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology. ​
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