HR Specialist

SINTEC UK

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Latvian subsidiary of SINTEC UK is looking to expand its HR department in Riga. Sintec UK is a London based mechanical and electrical contractor that provides a wide range of professional installation services, specialising in automation technologies for material handling and storage systems. We have carried out projects worldwide, notably in UK, Europe, USA, Brazil, Australia and other regions. We are global service provider, installing conveyors systems and other equipment for companies such as Amazon, Marks and Spencer, Sainsburys, Ocado, BMW, Nestle and many others.

Role description

SINTEC UK is growing, and the role of HR specialist is crucial to support the growth. The Company is constantly looking for experienced technical personnel (electricians, mechanics, engineers) across different countries. Therefore 70% of your time will be dedicated to the site-based recruitment, from assessing new potential markets to onboarding new hires. The remaining 30% will involve preparation various HR admin tasks.

We are seeking a result-driven individual with a can-do attitude, capable of managing their workload independently and interact successfully with various teams in getting the task done.

Key Responsibilities

Drive the Company's recruitment campaign for technical personnel and oversee all aspects of candidate sorting (advertising vacancies on job boards & HR platforms, coordinating applications, short-listing, arranging interviews, obtaining references, etc)
Proactively source candidates as per set requirement and targets (for both office-based and site-based vacancies), providing advice on salary and benefits package
Research new markets for recruitment, analyse conditions and benefits in various countries, compliance, and present recommendations
Manage the onboarding and offboarding processes in accordance with Company policies and procedures
Oversee the probation period for new hires and conduct performance review for existing employees
Provide advice on recruitment process and its effectiveness
Engage in corporate communications (it can include internal emailing, Newsletter creation, posting on corporate social media platforms)
Facilitate visa applications, register posted workers in various countries, prepare supporting documents for employees international travel
Provide timely reports to HR Department as required
Undertake all ad-hoc HR tasks

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of experience in recruiting, preferably within the construction/technical industry
HR, social science or other relevant degree is preferred
Knowledge of Latvian labour law
Proven experience in recruiting and HR document administration
Excellent communication skills, and ability to communicate with staff at all levels, especially when under pressure
Precise and accurate handling of documents in various languages
High-level proficiency in MS Office applications
Creative approach to problem solving
Fluency in Latvian (written and verbal) is essential, with proficiency in English at B1 / B2 level or higher

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