Job Description:

Position: Senior HR Advisor

Location: Cookstown, Co. Tyrone

Reporting to: HR Director – Omagh, Cookstown & Coalville

Employment Type: Full-time Permanent – 39.75 hours per week

Job Purpose:

Terex is a fast-moving engineering company and the Cookstown site is part of the Materials Processing division. We are looking for an experienced Senior HR Advisor to lead and take accountability for the Cookstown site which currently employs 90 team members. This stand-alone role will have full responsibility for day to day HR generalist duties and initiatives, and for providing customer focused advice and support to managers, supervisors and team members in line with Terex policies, procedures and legal requirements.

What you will be doing?

You will advise and support supervisors and managers in all day to day operational HR matters, acting as a true business partner. Whilst managing the day to day operational aspects of HR you will also be involved in a project capacity to ensure HR is ‘adding value’ long term. This is a key role for the organisation and you will be working closely with stakeholders to understand business and operational efficiencies and in turn improve business performance by driving the people agenda to achieve business results.

Responsibilities will include;

•Build strong relationships with line managers and supervisors to provide business partnering support to ensure the effective and seamless delivery of end-to-end HR processes. Proactive engagement with line managers and supervisors will be a fundamental feature of the role.

•Provide guidance and coaching to managers, supervisors and team members.

•Support line managers and supervisors to set goals for Team Members, assess capability and drive calibration across the performance management cycle.

•Build and maintain robust relationships with key stakeholders across our operational business to create a collaborative approach to people related initiatives

•Management of the recruitment life cycle from inception to completion partnering with hiring managers to ensure quality of talent.

•Lead change management, Team Member engagement initiatives, and Culture & Inclusion activities.

•Manage the on-boarding, HR orientation & probation review processes for all new Team Members at the site

•Develop and maintain HR policies and procedures and ensure they are applied consistently at the site and updated where necessary

•Assist in the development and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives and instill HR practices/processes which add value

•Proactively manage absence and supporting the coordination of occupational health provision

•Professional Handling of disciplinary & grievance issues

•Payroll administration for the site (both salaried & weekly paid)

•Planning, organising and delivering training & development for team members at all levels

*HR reporting as required for weekly, monthly and quarterly reports.

Education/Qualifications;

•HR related Degree advantageous.

•Member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) or relevant professional qualification.

•Applicants must be able to work as part of a wider HR team as and when required, prioritising the workload and completing tasks and objectives in a timely manner.

•Applicants must have a good working knowledge of NI employment legislation and the ability to apply it in a practical manner within our manufacturing environment.

Experience

This is a rewarding and challenging role, requiring a CIPD qualified HR professional or at least working towards CIPD qualification, who enjoys the broad spectrum of both planned, reactive and proactive HR work.

It is preferrable that you have previously worked within a manufacturing environment and have extensive employee relations experience, combined with strong NI legislation knowledge. Strong interpersonal skills and IT skills are required. Previous experience should illustrate a track record of acting as a true HR business partner where you have provided operational HR support.

You will be adept at working in a fast paced environment and able to balance the operational demands of the business along with project initiatives. You will be a creative individual who is able to understand how short term decisions impact the long term goals of the organisation.

Note: The above description is non-exhaustive and there may be additional duties in accordance with the business requirements. This job description should be regarded as providing broad guidelines within which the team member will work.

All applicants must demonstrate through their application how they meet the criteria for the position applied for.

To apply for this role and to view all available positions within Terex, please visit our external careers page on the Terex Internet: https://jobs.terex.com/

Terex is an equal opportunity employer and appointments are based on merit. We value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of our community.

At Terex we believe in fostering a vibrant and inclusive work culture where every person is empowered to thrive. We're dedicated to driving quality, innovation, embracing diversity, and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We're committed to excellence in everything we do, and we're seeking talented individuals who share our passion and values to join our team.

Why Join Us

• We are a global company, and our culture is defined by our Values — Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship. Check out this video! The Terex purpose
• Safety is an absolute way of life. We expect all team members to prioritize safety and commit to Zero Harm.
• Our top priority is creating an inclusive environment where every team member feels safe, supported, and valued.
• We make a positive impact by providing innovative solutions, engaging our people, and operating in a sustainable way.
• We are committed to helping team members reach their full potential.
• Through innovation and collaboration, our vision remains forward-looking, and we aim to be a catalyst for change, inspiring others to build a better world for generations.
• We offer competitive salaries, Team Member bonus, 33 days holiday, pension, life assurance, LinkedIn Learning, on site free parking, perks card, etc.
• For more information on why Terex is a great place to work click on the link! Careers | Terex Corporate

If you are interested in an open position but feel you may not meet all the listed qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.

Terex Overview:

Terex Corporation is a global leader in specialized equipment solutions, serving essential sectors such as emergency services, waste and recycling, utilities, and construction. Our diversified portfolio positions us in resilient, high-demand markets with strong long-term growth potential.

We design and manufacture advanced specialty vehicles—including fire, ambulance, and recreational vehicles—alongside waste collection vehicles, materials processing machinery, mobile elevating work platforms, and equipment for the electric utility industry. Through our global dealer, parts and service network and true value-creating digital solutions, we deliver best-in-class lifecycle support, helping customers maximize return on investment.

With a strong manufacturing footprint in the United States and operations across Europe, India, and Asia Pacific, Terex combines global reach with local expertise to capture opportunities worldwide. Our strategy is clear: exceed customer expectations, invest in innovation, leverage our diversified portfolio, and deliver consistent, profitable growth for our shareholders.

For more information, please visit www.terex.com.

Additional Information:

We see inclusion as a key to our success and are committed to actively foster a culture where every team member feels valued, listened to, and appreciated. We are committed to being fair and impartial in our decisions, ensuring equity within our workplace. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics protected by law.

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