Senior HR Manager

Posted 28 September 2026
Salary 75K
LocationTipperary
Job type Permanent
Discipline Human Resources
Reference12486

Job description

What you need to know

My client in the manufacturing industry is looking for a Senior HR Manager to join their team. This role is based fully onsite in Co. Tipperary.

As the Senior HR manager, in this operational role, you will have responsibility in a unionised environment, managing all areas of the HR agenda including recruitment, training, employee relations, industrial relations and engagement

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Key duties & responsibilities:

  • Workforce Planning & Attendance

  • Recruitment & Onboarding

  • Employee Relations

  • Industrial Relations

  • Performance, training & Development

  • Employee Engagement & Communications

  • Employee Records & Compliance

  • Health & Safety/Risk

  • Change & Business Support

  • Continuous Improvement

Key Relationships

  • Site Operations Management

  • Managers and Supervisors

  • Group HR

  • Payroll

  • Training & Development

  • Health & Safety

  • Recruitment Agencies

  • Trade Unions, Shop Stewards and Employee Representatives

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What are we looking for?

  • 5-10 years' HR experience, including a minimum of 3 years at management level.

  • Experience in a labour-intensive, operational environment, ideally manufacturing, food production, retail/hospitality or a similar sector.

  • Experience working within a unionised environment - ideally

  • Strong employee relations experience, with the ability to coach and advise managers and supervisors.

  • Hands-on, commercially focused approach with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

  • Strong knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practice.

  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, organisational and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to analyse HR data, identify issues and implement practical solutions.

  • Travel to sister sites – Own transport & driving license required

Apply for this job now or get in touch with Lisa on lisae@matrixrecruitment.ie

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