Job Description
HR Administrator (Fixed Term - 6 Months)
Location: Newport, South Wales
Salary: 28,000
Hours: Monday - Thursday: 8.00am - 4.30pm
Friday: 8.00am - 3.30pm
We are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of Vishay, a global leader in semiconductor technology.
Vishay operates a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Newport, South Wales, specialising in advanced fabrication processes and cutting-edge equipment. The site continues to grow, supported by significant investment in new technology and industry-leading engineering capability.
As part of this continued expansion, Vishay is seeking an experienced HR Administrator to join their high-performing HR team within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
The Role
Reporting to the HR Manager, the HR Administrator will provide comprehensive and accurate administrative support across the full employee life-cycle. This is a fixed-term role (6 months initially) and is ideal for someone who thrives in a structured, detail-focused HR environment.
You will play a key role in ensuring HR processes run smoothly, supporting employees and managers, and maintaining data accuracy across HR systems.
Key Responsibilities
As HR Administrator, your responsibilities will include:
- Acting as the first point of contact for routine HR-related queries, providing timely and professional administrative support
- Maintaining HR electronic systems, including Workday and Team Seer, ensuring data accuracy and compliance
- Managing electronic and paper HR files, including archiving leaver files in line with retention requirements
- Administering starter and leaver processes, liaising with internal stakeholders to support smooth on-boarding and off-boarding
- Preparing employment contracts and offer packs
- Providing accurate updates to the Payroll team regarding employee changes
- Supporting recruitment administration, including collating CVs, arranging interviews, and issuing candidate communications and feedback
- Updating and maintaining regular HR reports
- Carrying out general administrative duties such as note-taking, scanning, filing, and mail merges
Skills, Knowledge & Experience (Essential)
- Previous experience in a busy HR administration role or similar administrative position
- Strong organisational skills with a methodical and detail-focused approach
- Confidence using HR systems and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships across the business
What's on Offer
- Salary of 28,000
- Early Friday finish
- Opportunity to work for a global technology leader
- Exposure to HR operations within a high-tech manufacturing environment
- Supportive and collaborative HR team
If you are an experienced HR Administrator looking for a varied role within a forward-thinking and innovative business, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now to be considered for this exciting opportunity!
