The UK HR Business Partner will play an integral role in aligning human resource practices with business goals in the industrial and manufacturing sector. This permanent position, based in Ellesmere Port, requires a strategic thinker with expertise in human resources to support organisational success. Client Details Our customer is an international specialist manufacturing business services organisation with a long-standing presence across Europe. Operating at scale and recognised as a leader in its sector, the business supports a network of independent manufacturing partners through high-quality, reliable and efficient production capability. With operations spanning multiple countries and a reputation for technical excellence, the organisation is built on the values of Collaboration, Integrity, Accountability, Innovation and Excellence. Their culture reflects their family heritage: inclusive, people-focused and committed to long-term, sustainable growth. This is an exciting time to join the UK division as it continues to expand, invest in capability, and strengthen operational performance. Description As the UK HR Business Partner, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and elevating the People agenda across a multi-site, manufacturing-led environment. You will support leaders at the UK Ellesmere Port site supporting a headcount of approx. 100 people, partnering closely with operational teams to deliver both day-to-day HR support and longer-term strategic initiatives. This is a highly visible role that blends operational HR delivery with meaningful project ownership, cultural development and organisational improvement. You will operate as part of a matrix structure, working closely with UK leadership and European Centres of Excellence to embed high standards, improve process maturity and enhance the overall colleague experience. Key Responsibilities Operational HR Leadership Provide proactive, solution-focused advice to managers and colleagues across all HR topics Lead on employee relations, absence management, performance, and workforce planning Drive improvements in core HR processes including recruitment, onboarding, payroll coordination and compliance Support shift-based operational teams to optimise workforce availability and reduce reliance on overtime Strategic People Partnership Implement HR fundamentals with particular focus on talent attraction, retention and engagement Shape and deliver people initiatives aligned to UK and European People plans Lead organisational design and restructuring activity to support efficiency and growth Review and enhance terms & conditions, pay frameworks and HR governance Work in partnership with L&D colleagues to uplift capability, skills and leadership development Projects & Transformation Embed new HR systems and processes (e.g. time & attendance, payroll integrations) Drive cultural development initiatives in line with the organisation's values Own continuous improvement projects to strengthen HR maturity and improve employee experience Monitor and analyse data to inform decision-making, identifying trends and recommending actions The role requires regular on-site presence (5 days per week). Profile You will thrive in this role if you enjoy variety, influence, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact. The ideal candidate will bring strong generalist HR expertise gained within manufacturing, engineering, logistics, or other 24/7 operational environments, with a solid understanding of employment law, HR policy, and best practice. They will be confident managing complex and sensitive ER matters, high-volume recruitment, and capability initiatives, while also driving improvements to HR processes, governance frameworks, and ways of working across a matrix structure. The role requires someone who can balance immediate operational demands with longer-term strategic delivery, and who is comfortable managing multiple priorities simultaneously. Strong analytical capability is essential, including the ability to use data and insights to inform decisions, influence outcomes, and shape thinking. Excellent communication skills - alongside the confidence to engage, challenge, and build credible relationships at all levels - are critical. Above all, the successful candidate will bring a pragmatic, hands-on approach and the ability to act as a trusted partner across a dynamic, industrial environment. Job Offer Package: 65,000 to 75,000, plus a performance related bonus, and benefits This role provides a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while developing your career within a values-driven, forward-thinking organisation. You will: Shape the UK People agenda within a growing and evolving part of the business Partner with senior leaders to directly influence operational performance and organisational outcomes Contribute to a culture grounded in strong values and a clear long-term vision Lead high-impact projects that will genuinely transform how the UK business operates Build your career within an international group offering exceptional development and progression opportunities
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
The UK HR Business Partner will play an integral role in aligning human resource practices with business goals in the industrial and manufacturing sector. This permanent position, based in Ellesmere Port, requires a strategic thinker with expertise in human resources to support organisational success. Client Details Our customer is an international specialist manufacturing business services organisation with a long-standing presence across Europe. Operating at scale and recognised as a leader in its sector, the business supports a network of independent manufacturing partners through high-quality, reliable and efficient production capability. With operations spanning multiple countries and a reputation for technical excellence, the organisation is built on the values of Collaboration, Integrity, Accountability, Innovation and Excellence. Their culture reflects their family heritage: inclusive, people-focused and committed to long-term, sustainable growth. This is an exciting time to join the UK division as it continues to expand, invest in capability, and strengthen operational performance. Description As the UK HR Business Partner, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and elevating the People agenda across a multi-site, manufacturing-led environment. You will support leaders at the UK Ellesmere Port site supporting a headcount of approx. 100 people, partnering closely with operational teams to deliver both day-to-day HR support and longer-term strategic initiatives. This is a highly visible role that blends operational HR delivery with meaningful project ownership, cultural development and organisational improvement. You will operate as part of a matrix structure, working closely with UK leadership and European Centres of Excellence to embed high standards, improve process maturity and enhance the overall colleague experience. Key Responsibilities Operational HR Leadership Provide proactive, solution-focused advice to managers and colleagues across all HR topics Lead on employee relations, absence management, performance, and workforce planning Drive improvements in core HR processes including recruitment, onboarding, payroll coordination and compliance Support shift-based operational teams to optimise workforce availability and reduce reliance on overtime Strategic People Partnership Implement HR fundamentals with particular focus on talent attraction, retention and engagement Shape and deliver people initiatives aligned to UK and European People plans Lead organisational design and restructuring activity to support efficiency and growth Review and enhance terms & conditions, pay frameworks and HR governance Work in partnership with L&D colleagues to uplift capability, skills and leadership development Projects & Transformation Embed new HR systems and processes (e.g. time & attendance, payroll integrations) Drive cultural development initiatives in line with the organisation's values Own continuous improvement projects to strengthen HR maturity and improve employee experience Monitor and analyse data to inform decision-making, identifying trends and recommending actions The role requires regular on-site presence (5 days per week). Profile You will thrive in this role if you enjoy variety, influence, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact. The ideal candidate will bring strong generalist HR expertise gained within manufacturing, engineering, logistics, or other 24/7 operational environments, with a solid understanding of employment law, HR policy, and best practice. They will be confident managing complex and sensitive ER matters, high-volume recruitment, and capability initiatives, while also driving improvements to HR processes, governance frameworks, and ways of working across a matrix structure. The role requires someone who can balance immediate operational demands with longer-term strategic delivery, and who is comfortable managing multiple priorities simultaneously. Strong analytical capability is essential, including the ability to use data and insights to inform decisions, influence outcomes, and shape thinking. Excellent communication skills - alongside the confidence to engage, challenge, and build credible relationships at all levels - are critical. Above all, the successful candidate will bring a pragmatic, hands-on approach and the ability to act as a trusted partner across a dynamic, industrial environment. Job Offer Package: 65,000 to 75,000, plus a performance related bonus, and benefits This role provides a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while developing your career within a values-driven, forward-thinking organisation. You will: Shape the UK People agenda within a growing and evolving part of the business Partner with senior leaders to directly influence operational performance and organisational outcomes Contribute to a culture grounded in strong values and a clear long-term vision Lead high-impact projects that will genuinely transform how the UK business operates Build your career within an international group offering exceptional development and progression opportunities
Expansion Manager - Major CCS Infrastructure Project • • Teesside (with regular UK travel) NES Fircroft are working this role an exclusive basis with The Northern Endurance Partnership The Northern Endurance Partnership (NEP) is delivering one of the UK's most important low-carbon infrastructure projects, building the onshore and offshore pipelines, storage sites and wells that will safely transport millions of tonnes of CO2 to the North Sea. This work is central to decarbonising Teesside and the Humber and to achieving the UK's net zero goals. We're now looking for a senior Expansion Manager to lead the next phase: a programme including an 88km onshore pipeline, 100km of offshore pipelines, two new CO2 storage sites and wells. Why this role matters You'll be responsible for shaping and delivering a critical part of the UK's energy transition, taking a multi-billion-pound infrastructure programme through development, regulatory approvals, and Final Investment Decision (FID). What you'll do: Lead the integrated Expansion programme - onshore & offshore scope through project development and beyond FID. Build and resource the project organisation (team, contractors, systems, governance). Oversee strategy for contracting, procurement, cost, schedule, risk and HSSE. Drive regulatory and consenting activity, including Development Consent Order (DCO). Act as a key interface with regulators, government, industry partners and local stakeholders. Deliver a competitive, safe and world-class CO2 transport and storage solution. What we're looking for: Extensive experience leading large, complex infrastructure projects, ideally across pipelines, offshore assets, and wells. Deep understanding of project governance, assurance frameworks, and risk management. Strong stakeholder management skills with experience engaging regulators and government. Strategic thinker who can operate in complex, ambiguous environments and build collaboration across multiple organisations. CCUS or energy transition experience would be a real advantage. This is a unique opportunity to lead a first-of-a-kind UK project and make a direct impact on national decarbonisation efforts. With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Expansion Manager - Major CCS Infrastructure Project • • Teesside (with regular UK travel) NES Fircroft are working this role an exclusive basis with The Northern Endurance Partnership The Northern Endurance Partnership (NEP) is delivering one of the UK's most important low-carbon infrastructure projects, building the onshore and offshore pipelines, storage sites and wells that will safely transport millions of tonnes of CO2 to the North Sea. This work is central to decarbonising Teesside and the Humber and to achieving the UK's net zero goals. We're now looking for a senior Expansion Manager to lead the next phase: a programme including an 88km onshore pipeline, 100km of offshore pipelines, two new CO2 storage sites and wells. Why this role matters You'll be responsible for shaping and delivering a critical part of the UK's energy transition, taking a multi-billion-pound infrastructure programme through development, regulatory approvals, and Final Investment Decision (FID). What you'll do: Lead the integrated Expansion programme - onshore & offshore scope through project development and beyond FID. Build and resource the project organisation (team, contractors, systems, governance). Oversee strategy for contracting, procurement, cost, schedule, risk and HSSE. Drive regulatory and consenting activity, including Development Consent Order (DCO). Act as a key interface with regulators, government, industry partners and local stakeholders. Deliver a competitive, safe and world-class CO2 transport and storage solution. What we're looking for: Extensive experience leading large, complex infrastructure projects, ideally across pipelines, offshore assets, and wells. Deep understanding of project governance, assurance frameworks, and risk management. Strong stakeholder management skills with experience engaging regulators and government. Strategic thinker who can operate in complex, ambiguous environments and build collaboration across multiple organisations. CCUS or energy transition experience would be a real advantage. This is a unique opportunity to lead a first-of-a-kind UK project and make a direct impact on national decarbonisation efforts. With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Home-based with UK-wide site visitsPermanent, Full-time Competitive Salary + Car Allowance & Flexible Benefits Summary Freedom is looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Senior Environmental Consultant to join our growing team. This role will focus on leading environmental management operations and compliance across diverse projects, supporting the low-carbon transition in sectors like renewable energy, grid infrastructure, and data companywide projects, ensuring tangible benefits to the environment. You will play a key role in developing and delivering environmental consultancy services, including preparing Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs), securing environmental consents and permits, conducting audits and inspections, and overseeing project operations and compliance. This is a client-facing role that requires collaboration with internal teams, subcontractors, and key stakeholders. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Develop and deliver environmental consultancy services, including preparing Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs), securing environmental consents and permits, and conducting audits and inspections. Provide strategic advice to clients, ensuring environmental compliance across design and build projects. Oversee and manage multiple project sites, working closely with internal teams, subcontractors, and key stakeholders. Lead or support projects through licensing and consenting processes (NSIP/DCO), helping clients navigate regulatory requirements. Conduct environmental impact assessments (EIA), site investigations, and reporting, ensuring adherence to environmental legislation. Drive business development, identifying new opportunities, expanding our service offering, and strengthening client relationships. Supervise and mentor junior team members, ensuring high-quality technical delivery. What We're Looking For: 5+ years' experience in environmental consultancy & compliance Strong knowledge of UK environmental legislation, planning, and consenting. Experience in EIA, screening & scoping reports and DCO processes for NSIPs. Chartered or working towards IEMA membership. Full UK driving licence (site visits required). Qualifications and Certifications required: Essential A degree or HND in an Environmental/Construction related discipline Full driving licence Desirable IOSH Managing Safely NEBOSH SMSTS/SSSTS Member (or working toward membership) of a relevant professional body covering environmental and/or land management work areas (IEMA, CIEM etc) CSCS card; (Gold/Black) Benefits We are always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Car allowance or salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a?leading provider and?up to?8% employer contribution Up to 25 days holidays depending on role (Options to buy & sell) Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Home-based with UK-wide site visitsPermanent, Full-time Competitive Salary + Car Allowance & Flexible Benefits Summary Freedom is looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Senior Environmental Consultant to join our growing team. This role will focus on leading environmental management operations and compliance across diverse projects, supporting the low-carbon transition in sectors like renewable energy, grid infrastructure, and data companywide projects, ensuring tangible benefits to the environment. You will play a key role in developing and delivering environmental consultancy services, including preparing Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs), securing environmental consents and permits, conducting audits and inspections, and overseeing project operations and compliance. This is a client-facing role that requires collaboration with internal teams, subcontractors, and key stakeholders. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Develop and deliver environmental consultancy services, including preparing Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs), securing environmental consents and permits, and conducting audits and inspections. Provide strategic advice to clients, ensuring environmental compliance across design and build projects. Oversee and manage multiple project sites, working closely with internal teams, subcontractors, and key stakeholders. Lead or support projects through licensing and consenting processes (NSIP/DCO), helping clients navigate regulatory requirements. Conduct environmental impact assessments (EIA), site investigations, and reporting, ensuring adherence to environmental legislation. Drive business development, identifying new opportunities, expanding our service offering, and strengthening client relationships. Supervise and mentor junior team members, ensuring high-quality technical delivery. What We're Looking For: 5+ years' experience in environmental consultancy & compliance Strong knowledge of UK environmental legislation, planning, and consenting. Experience in EIA, screening & scoping reports and DCO processes for NSIPs. Chartered or working towards IEMA membership. Full UK driving licence (site visits required). Qualifications and Certifications required: Essential A degree or HND in an Environmental/Construction related discipline Full driving licence Desirable IOSH Managing Safely NEBOSH SMSTS/SSSTS Member (or working toward membership) of a relevant professional body covering environmental and/or land management work areas (IEMA, CIEM etc) CSCS card; (Gold/Black) Benefits We are always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Car allowance or salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a?leading provider and?up to?8% employer contribution Up to 25 days holidays depending on role (Options to buy & sell) Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be
Expansion Manager - Major CCS Infrastructure Project • • Teesside (with regular UK travel) NES Fircroft are working this role an exclusive basis with The Northern Endurance Partnership The Northern Endurance Partnership (NEP) is delivering one of the UK's most important low-carbon infrastructure projects, building the onshore and offshore pipelines, storage sites and wells that will safely transport millions of tonnes of CO2 to the North Sea. This work is central to decarbonising Teesside and the Humber and to achieving the UK's net zero goals. We're now looking for a senior Expansion Manager to lead the next phase: a programme including an 88km onshore pipeline, 100km of offshore pipelines, two new CO2 storage sites and wells. Why this role matters You'll be responsible for shaping and delivering a critical part of the UK's energy transition, taking a multi-billion-pound infrastructure programme through development, regulatory approvals, and Final Investment Decision (FID). What you'll do: Lead the integrated Expansion programme - onshore & offshore scope through project development and beyond FID. Build and resource the project organisation (team, contractors, systems, governance). Oversee strategy for contracting, procurement, cost, schedule, risk and HSSE. Drive regulatory and consenting activity, including Development Consent Order (DCO). Act as a key interface with regulators, government, industry partners and local stakeholders. Deliver a competitive, safe and world-class CO2 transport and storage solution. What we're looking for: Extensive experience leading large, complex infrastructure projects, ideally across pipelines, offshore assets, and wells. Deep understanding of project governance, assurance frameworks, and risk management. Strong stakeholder management skills with experience engaging regulators and government. Strategic thinker who can operate in complex, ambiguous environments and build collaboration across multiple organisations. CCUS or energy transition experience would be a real advantage. This is a unique opportunity to lead a first-of-a-kind UK project and make a direct impact on national decarbonisation efforts. With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Expansion Manager - Major CCS Infrastructure Project • • Teesside (with regular UK travel) NES Fircroft are working this role an exclusive basis with The Northern Endurance Partnership The Northern Endurance Partnership (NEP) is delivering one of the UK's most important low-carbon infrastructure projects, building the onshore and offshore pipelines, storage sites and wells that will safely transport millions of tonnes of CO2 to the North Sea. This work is central to decarbonising Teesside and the Humber and to achieving the UK's net zero goals. We're now looking for a senior Expansion Manager to lead the next phase: a programme including an 88km onshore pipeline, 100km of offshore pipelines, two new CO2 storage sites and wells. Why this role matters You'll be responsible for shaping and delivering a critical part of the UK's energy transition, taking a multi-billion-pound infrastructure programme through development, regulatory approvals, and Final Investment Decision (FID). What you'll do: Lead the integrated Expansion programme - onshore & offshore scope through project development and beyond FID. Build and resource the project organisation (team, contractors, systems, governance). Oversee strategy for contracting, procurement, cost, schedule, risk and HSSE. Drive regulatory and consenting activity, including Development Consent Order (DCO). Act as a key interface with regulators, government, industry partners and local stakeholders. Deliver a competitive, safe and world-class CO2 transport and storage solution. What we're looking for: Extensive experience leading large, complex infrastructure projects, ideally across pipelines, offshore assets, and wells. Deep understanding of project governance, assurance frameworks, and risk management. Strong stakeholder management skills with experience engaging regulators and government. Strategic thinker who can operate in complex, ambiguous environments and build collaboration across multiple organisations. CCUS or energy transition experience would be a real advantage. This is a unique opportunity to lead a first-of-a-kind UK project and make a direct impact on national decarbonisation efforts. With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
