Human Resources Advisor / HR Business Partner
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 27 Tachwedd 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £39,862 i £41,771 bob blwyddyn, pro rata |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | + Benefits |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 27 Rhagfyr 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | AWD online |
| Math o swydd: | Cytundeb |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | AWDO-C14148 |
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Human Resources Advisor / HR Business Partner
An excellent opportunity to join Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service, providing proactive HR support, employee relations expertise and people-focused solutions in a fast-paced public sector environment.
If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: HR Advisor, People Partner, HR Generalist, HR Officer, Employee Relations Advisor
PLEASE NOTE: This job is known as a Human Resources Advisor within the organisation.
SALARY: £39,862 to £41,771 pro rata + Benefits (see below)
LOCATION: Service Headquarters, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire (SA31)
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Fixed Term Contract until 30 June 2026
WORKING HOURS: 37 Hours per Week with flexible hours in line with the Service’s flexi-time scheme
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Human Resources Advisor / HR Business Partner supporting managers, employees and HR colleagues with a wide range of people-related matters.
As a Human Resources Advisor / HR Business Partner you will build strong working relationships, provide pragmatic HR advice and contribute to key priorities such as recruitment, performance management and sickness management.
Working as a Human Resources Advisor / HR Business Partner, you will use HR systems and metrics effectively, support process improvements and help strengthen people management capability across the organisation.
ABOUT US
Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service is one of the largest Fire and Rescue Services in the UK, covering almost two-thirds of Wales across 12,000 km², from Carmarthenshire to the Pembrokeshire coast and up to Powys in the north.
With over 1,300 dedicated staff and 58 stations, we protect a population of 900,000 people – rising to over 2 million during peak tourism seasons. Our mission is to make mid and west Wales a safer place to live and work through prevention, protection, and emergency response.
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and we value our people as our greatest asset. As an organisation, we also champion sustainability and are on the path to achieving Net Zero Carbon status by 2030.
APPLY TODAY
Ready to make your next career move? Apply Now for our Recruitment Team to review.
DUTIES
Your duties as the Human Resources Advisor / HR Business Partner include:
• Provide HR Advice: Deliver clear, accurate HR guidance to managers and employees
• Support HR Activities: Assist with performance, attendance, recruitment and succession processes
• Build Professional Relationships: Work closely with line managers to strengthen people management practice
• Coach and Mentor: Support colleagues to build capability and confidence in handling HR matters
• Analyse HR Data: Review HR metrics, maintain accurate records and support data-led decisions
• Develop Policies: Update HR procedures to reflect legislation and best practice
• Ensure Collaboration: Promote a one-team culture and support colleagues to meet departmental goals
• Represent HR: Attend events, training and HR initiatives as required
• Update HR Materials: Maintain HR procedures, intranet content and related documentation
• Assist with Investigations: Support disciplinary and appeal investigations where needed
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL
• Previous experience in a Human Resources environment
• Proven experience of providing HR advice and guidance
• Experience with Microsoft Office and general IT systems
• Strong communication and influencing skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work to tight deadlines
• Understanding of HR policies and employment law principles
• Ability to prepare and present information professionally
• Current driving licence
DESIRABLE
• Experience working as a HR Business Partner or HR Advisor in a large organisation
• Knowledge of Data Protection principles
• Ability to interpret and use statistical information
• Welsh language skills (verbal and/or written)
BENEFITS
• Competitive rates of pay
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Flexi Scheme
• Access to Blue Light Card
• Car Leasing Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Let’s Connect IT Equipment Loan Scheme
• Subsidised canteen facilities
• Sports and Social Club
• Firefighters Charity
This role requires a DBS check
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
HOW TO APPLY
Please be advised that applications are welcome in Welsh, and any applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details.
JOB REF: AWDO-C14148
This job is being advertised by AWD online on behalf of Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service
AWD-IN-SPJ
An excellent opportunity to join Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service, providing proactive HR support, employee relations expertise and people-focused solutions in a fast-paced public sector environment.
If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: HR Advisor, People Partner, HR Generalist, HR Officer, Employee Relations Advisor
PLEASE NOTE: This job is known as a Human Resources Advisor within the organisation.
SALARY: £39,862 to £41,771 pro rata + Benefits (see below)
LOCATION: Service Headquarters, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire (SA31)
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Fixed Term Contract until 30 June 2026
WORKING HOURS: 37 Hours per Week with flexible hours in line with the Service’s flexi-time scheme
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Human Resources Advisor / HR Business Partner supporting managers, employees and HR colleagues with a wide range of people-related matters.
As a Human Resources Advisor / HR Business Partner you will build strong working relationships, provide pragmatic HR advice and contribute to key priorities such as recruitment, performance management and sickness management.
Working as a Human Resources Advisor / HR Business Partner, you will use HR systems and metrics effectively, support process improvements and help strengthen people management capability across the organisation.
ABOUT US
Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service is one of the largest Fire and Rescue Services in the UK, covering almost two-thirds of Wales across 12,000 km², from Carmarthenshire to the Pembrokeshire coast and up to Powys in the north.
With over 1,300 dedicated staff and 58 stations, we protect a population of 900,000 people – rising to over 2 million during peak tourism seasons. Our mission is to make mid and west Wales a safer place to live and work through prevention, protection, and emergency response.
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and we value our people as our greatest asset. As an organisation, we also champion sustainability and are on the path to achieving Net Zero Carbon status by 2030.
APPLY TODAY
Ready to make your next career move? Apply Now for our Recruitment Team to review.
DUTIES
Your duties as the Human Resources Advisor / HR Business Partner include:
• Provide HR Advice: Deliver clear, accurate HR guidance to managers and employees
• Support HR Activities: Assist with performance, attendance, recruitment and succession processes
• Build Professional Relationships: Work closely with line managers to strengthen people management practice
• Coach and Mentor: Support colleagues to build capability and confidence in handling HR matters
• Analyse HR Data: Review HR metrics, maintain accurate records and support data-led decisions
• Develop Policies: Update HR procedures to reflect legislation and best practice
• Ensure Collaboration: Promote a one-team culture and support colleagues to meet departmental goals
• Represent HR: Attend events, training and HR initiatives as required
• Update HR Materials: Maintain HR procedures, intranet content and related documentation
• Assist with Investigations: Support disciplinary and appeal investigations where needed
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL
• Previous experience in a Human Resources environment
• Proven experience of providing HR advice and guidance
• Experience with Microsoft Office and general IT systems
• Strong communication and influencing skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work to tight deadlines
• Understanding of HR policies and employment law principles
• Ability to prepare and present information professionally
• Current driving licence
DESIRABLE
• Experience working as a HR Business Partner or HR Advisor in a large organisation
• Knowledge of Data Protection principles
• Ability to interpret and use statistical information
• Welsh language skills (verbal and/or written)
BENEFITS
• Competitive rates of pay
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Flexi Scheme
• Access to Blue Light Card
• Car Leasing Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Let’s Connect IT Equipment Loan Scheme
• Subsidised canteen facilities
• Sports and Social Club
• Firefighters Charity
This role requires a DBS check
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
HOW TO APPLY
Please be advised that applications are welcome in Welsh, and any applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details.
JOB REF: AWDO-C14148
This job is being advertised by AWD online on behalf of Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service
AWD-IN-SPJ