Senior HR Business Partner

We’re working with a leading construction and engineering business that is entering an exciting phase of growth and international expansion. They’re looking for a Senior HR Business Partner to join the team and play a key role in shaping people strategy and supporting leaders across the organisation.

About the Role:

• Lead and support the full employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding to development, performance management, and offboarding.
• Advise on employee relations, absence management, and workplace conduct to ensure consistent, fair, and compliant practices.
• Use HR metrics and insight to inform decisions, identify trends, and recommend improvements across the business.
• Partner with senior leaders and site managers to deliver high-performing, engaged teams.
• Provide expert, practical advice on employee relations, performance, and workforce issues.
• Support leadership development, succession planning, and talent initiatives.
• Be a visible and trusted HR presence across the business.

About You:

• Experienced HR Business Partner (5+ years)
• Confident advising senior leaders and managing complex people matters.
• Commercially minded, practical, and solutions-focused.
• Strong communicator with excellent relationship-building skills.
• Enjoys operating close to the business and making a tangible impact.

If this opportunity is of interest, or if you’re considering your HR options more broadly in 2026, I’d love to hear from you. Feel free to drop me a message here for a confidential chat or reach out at susan.greene@barden.ie.