HR Advisor – Oil & Gas (Barrow-in-Furness)

About the role

We are seeking an HR Advisor to join our Oil & Gas team in Barrow‑in‑Furness. The role will provide day‑to‑day HR advice, manage processes and policies, and ensure a consistent service across the business.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for employees via the HR email inbox, delivering guidance in line with company policies.
• Manage the HR inbox, associated paperwork and keep the HR Pipeline pages up to date.
• Support recruitment and headcount processes, including requisition management in Workday and coordination with the MSP.
• Act as the primary contact for leavers, providing necessary information and support.
• Assist the HR Lead with straightforward employee‑relations issues.
• Collaborate with external Occupational Healthcare providers on sickness absence and substance‑misuse testing.
• Liaise with the external payroll provider to process monthly changes and resolve payroll queries.
• Handle Workday queries, regular releases, management surveys and data management.
• Coordinate long‑service award processes and any additional ad‑hoc duties.

Required profile

• Robust knowledge of HR regulations and standards.
• Strong organisational and collaboration abilities.
• Experience working in a business environment, preferably within Oil & Gas.
• CIPD qualification (or equivalent) preferred.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Experience using Workday (preferred).