At Sisk, we create places and infrastructure that shape how people live, work and connect – now and for future generations. As a family‑owned, international construction and engineering group, we offer meaningful careers across building, infrastructure, rail, energy and off‑site manufacturing throughout Ireland, the UK and Europe, where people are supported to grow, make an impact and be part of positive change.

We are seeking an experienced and strategic HR Business Partner to provide high-level HR support to business leaders and drive people initiatives across the organisation. Reporting to the Senior HRBP this role will partner closely with senior management to align workforce strategies with business objectives, support change, and deliver initiatives that enhance employee engagement, performance, and organisational effectiveness.

This role requires regular presence across in our Warrington Office, with travel to project sites throughout Northern Ireland, and the UK North region as required. Flexibility to travel between office and site locations is essential.

• Partner with the Business Unit leadership team to develop and deliver people plans aligned to business objectives and growth strategy.
• Build strong, credible relationships with key stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor on all people-related matters.
• Lead workforce and resource planning activities, ensuring current and future capability requirements are understood and addressed.
• Support and coach managers on performance management, probation reviews, employee development and leadership effectiveness.
• Develop and implement retention and engagement initiatives to support business performance and employee experience.
• Lead and advise on employee relations matters, including disciplinary processes, grievance management, investigations and other complex casework.
• Drive talent management and succession planning activities, ensuring robust development and succession plans are in place for key talent.
• Analyse and present HR data, insights and people metrics to senior leadership and board-level stakeholders to support informed decision-making.
• Support annual people processes, including performance reviews, salary review cycles and organisational planning activities.
• Provide day-to-day HR guidance and support across the business, balancing commercial outcomes with compliance and best practice.
• Collaborate with specialist HR teams to deliver integrated people solutions that meet business needs.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of HR policies, processes and ways of working.

• Proven experience in an HR Business Partner or senior HR generalist role.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence, challenge and coach leaders at all levels of the organisation.
• Solid employee relations experience, with a track record of independently managing complex and sensitive cases including disciplinary, grievance, performance management, absence management and workplace investigations.
• Confident advising managers on employment legislation, HR best practice and risk mitigation, balancing commercial outcomes with compliance requirements.
• Experience supporting business growth, organisational change and evolving workforce requirements.
• Strong workforce planning, talent management and succession planning experience.
• Demonstrated experience across the full employee lifecycle.
• Ability to interpret and utilise people data and insights to identify trends, risks and opportunities and drive business-focused actions.
• Excellent communication, facilitation and presentation skills.
• Highly organised, resilient and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
• Experience working with HR systems, including Advanced HR or similar platforms.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong commercial awareness.

• Third-level qualification in Human Resource Management, Business, or a related discipline.
• CIPD qualification or membership is desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

At Sisk, your rewards package goes far beyond your salary. Our most valued benefits include:

• Competitive salary
• 26 days annual leave
• Pension scheme
• Comprehensive health, wellbeing and lifestyle supports
• Career development opportunities
• And much more as part of our Total Rewards programme

Our People & Recruitment Commitment

At Sisk, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer the opportunity to work with purpose, grow a career without limits and be part of a supportive, collaborative team.
All vacancies are managed directly by our Internal Recruitment Team. Unsolicited CVs or speculative contact from unapproved agencies are not accepted, and no fees will be payable.

Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility

We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, family status or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to support all candidates.

Encouraging All Talent to Apply

We understand that the confidence gap or imposter syndrome can discourage great people from applying. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to express your interest — your skills, experience and potential are what matter.

Compliance & Transparency

All recruitment materials are designed to meet or exceed legal and regulatory requirements, including the Irish and UK Equality Acts and the EU Pay Transparency Directive, ensuring fairness, transparency and equal access for every applicant.

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