HR advisor - Fresh Waste ltd

  • Dickson O'Brien Associates
  • Manchester, Lancashire
  • Mar 19, 2026
Full time HR / Recruitment

Job Description

HR Advisor - Fresh Start Waste Services ltd

Astley (covering Astley & Swinton sites)

Competitive salary up to £38,000

Fresh Start Waste Services Ltd is seeking an experienced HR Advisor to provide first-level HR advice and full HR administrative support across their multi-site operations in the Astley and Swinton areas.

With over 50% of the workforce in driver-based roles, this is a hands-on position requiring strong UK employment law knowledge and confidence in managing a wide range of employee relations matters.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Act as first point of contact for disciplinary, grievance, absence and performance issues
  • Support managers in formal meetings and ensure legal compliance
  • Lead recruitment and onboarding processes
  • Maintain HR records including right to work, driving licences, CPC and compliance documentation
  • Support payroll processing, HR reporting and HR systems management
  • Promote employee wellbeing and engagement initiatives

The Ideal Candidate:

  • Level 5 CIPD qualified
  • Strong UK employment law knowledge (driver/transport experience desirable)
  • Experience managing employee relations cases independently
  • Highly organised with excellent communication skills
  • Comfortable working across multiple sites
  • The role is based on-site covering sites in Astley and Swinton

Please note: This is a retained role with our agency. Any correspondence or CVs sent directly to the client will be forwarded to the agency