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The Vacancy
We are an employee focused business committed to developing people to ensure that we have the best there is as part of our ever-expanding team.
Are you ready to work for one of the largest manufacturers of liquid waste vacuum tankers and jetting equipment in Europe?
Then Join our Whale Family!
We are seeking a HR of Head to work 5 days a week in our HR Department in Solihull. Some of the duties are -
The Head of Human Resources holds ultimate responsibility for providing leadership and delivering a comprehensive HR service throughout the organisation. This encompasses developing and overseeing HR strategy, managing employee relations, facilitating learning and development initiatives, liaising with payroll, supporting wellbeing efforts, and enhancing organisational capability.
Working in collaboration with the Senior leadership team, the postholder is tasked with creating and executing people strategies that underpin business objectives, foster employee engagement, and ensure adherence to employment legislation and recognised best practice. The role demands a confident and credible HR leader, capable of integrating strategic vision with a practical, hands-on approach to day-to-day operations.
Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and advise at senior level.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure.
High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
Confident user of Microsoft Office applications
If this sounds good to you and you feel you have the relevant skills and experience then apply today because not only will you be joining an expanding, enthusiastic and proactive company where no two days are the same, we also have some wonderful benefits on offer.
What are the benefits?
One off £500 per annum holiday bonus when you take 5 days off in one block
Bonus scheme based on the performance of the company
Private medical insurance (BUPA)
Competitive Company Pension Scheme
Secure employment with a longstanding supportive business with opportunity for advancement
Annual pay reviews
25 days holiday (plus statutory days) per calendar year – 5 days more than the legal requirement
£500 Referral Scheme
Death in service for employees
Employee assistance programme – offering free wellbeing (mental and physical) and financial advice and support which offers access for you your partner and children under 18 for a Digital GP
Employee discount scheme including restaurants, holidays, retail vouchers and more
Cycle to work scheme
Full training, equipment and PPE provided
Long service awards
Free parking
The Company
Whale Tankers care about quality across all aspects of our business, it is a word that characterises the company. Our Ravenshaw site, located in Solihull, has been the home of Whale Tankers. The site set in more than 40 acres of land, is a stunning example of how an industrial concern can successfully operate alongside a natural environment. Whale has a truly modern manufacturing facility at Ravenshaw, with all the key processes carried out in-house.
All aspects of the manufacturing process, from technical specification to quality control, all takes place on site.Our “in-house” product philosophy gives Whale the ability to control quality at every stage and ensure that every product is engineered and built to deliver uptime and value throughout its working life.Whale customer promise is one “reliability, service and value for life”, It takes a combination of significant resources and unique culture to deliver that promise – something that Whale Tankers has been delivering over the last five decades.
The Benefits
Health
Holiday
Pension
Bonus
The Values
Teamwork
Our best work is born out of working collaboratively as a team in order to achieve our goals. We build better when we work together.
Innovation
Producing a diverse product range, engineered to meet specific customer requirements. We will remain focused on developing our products, processes and people, through partnerships and investments, ensuring that we remain at the forefront of our industry.
Long Service
The major factor in Whale's success has been the motivation, skill and loyalty of all employees, who on average have been with Whale for 8 and a half years.
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the right of data portability (to obtain and reuse your personal data)
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the right to withdraw your consent with regards to the handling of your personal data
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You have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority - the ICO
Within your candidate account, you can also use the Download Data feature to generate an XML file of the current data we hold on you that you have provided and/or have access to within the account.
Where you exercise your right to object or withdraw your consent we may process your personal data without your knowledge or consent where we are permitted or required by law or regulatory requirements to do so. In such a case, we will not process more personal data than is required under the circumstances.
If you are not satisfied by our actions, you can seek recourse through our internal complaints procedure. If you remain dissatisfied, you have the right to refer the matter to the Information Commissioner (www.ico.org.uk) or seek recourse through the courts.
Whale Tankers Ltd can exercise the right to update this policy as and when required.
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