▷ Urgent HR Generalist

Overview

Sandvik is a global, high-tech engineering group, providing front-line products and services for the mining and construction industries. The Sandvik Group has been in operation since 1862 and today employs some 40,000 people, working in approximately 160 countries. Our diverse solutions delivered by our highly qualified and proficient employees enhance our customers’ productivity, safety and their profitability.

Job title: HR Generalist (Hybrid) – for a permanent term role in our Dublin Office.

JOB PURPOSE

The HR Generalist will provide comprehensive day-to-day HR support to managers and employees, ensuring the consistent application of HR policies and compliance with Irish employment law. This role partners closely with the HR Manager on national HR projects and initiatives that align with local business strategy, while leading employee relations processes, advising managers on performance and workforce planning, and supporting compensation, benefits, and engagement programs. The HR Generalist also contributes to building a positive workplace culture through effective communication, training, and development, while maintaining accurate HR records and mentoring other HR team members.

Responsibilities

- Provide day-to-day HR support to managers and employees, ensuring consistent application of policies and procedures
- Assist HR Manager on national HR projects and initiatives that align with the local business strategy
- Overseeing HR policies and employee relations, ensuring compliance with Irish employment law and best practices
- Support & lead employee relations cases
- Maintain accurate HR records and ensure compliance with employment laws and company standards
- Support compensation and benefits activities, including annual reviews and benchmarking
- Prepare and process HR Related documentation efficiently and accurately
- Develop communications, training and guidance materials to promote best HR practices and compliance
- Drive initiatives related to employee engagement, retention, and culture-building
- Mentor and support HR team members
- Prepare monthly and quarterly HR reports
- Other adhoc duties as requested by management

Experience

- 5+ years of HR experience
- Strong knowledge of Irish employment law and HR best practices
- Experience with HR systems, data driven reporting and process improvement
- Minimum of 2 years in a HR generalist or equivalent role
- Proven experience handling employee relation cases

Education, Licenses & Certificates

- HR/Business degree; CIPD qualification (or working towards) highly desirable

What we offer

- 22 days annual leave
- 4 Company Days
- Defined Contribution Pension
- Onsite gym
- VHI Health Insurance
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Health & Wellbeing Initiatives – onsite massage therapist, gym membership, wellbeing seminars, bike to work scheme, etc
- Flexible start & finish times

Location

Dublin, Ireland (Dockline, Mayor Street, IFSC, Dublin 1)

Reporting to

HR Manager

Diversity, Inclusion & Sustainability

Sandvik has a developed belief in conducting our business in a sustainable and responsible manner, both for our employees and the environment; wherever in the world we operate.

Our high ethical standards determine our policy of putting Safety at a premium, acknowledging and respecting the communities and giving due consideration to the environment in the areas we operate.

These core values, to prioritise the safety and well-being of our employees, are the foundation of how we work today. We also recognise the importance on inter-personal relationships and how those based on honesty, respect and trust, enhance our working lives and help each other’s growth and career development.

Equality of opportunity is fully supported and endorsed as an employer by Sandvik, while also welcoming the additional strength that diversity brings, by providing a work environment where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect.

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is a business area within the Sandvik Group and a global leading supplier of equipment and tools, service and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries. Application areas include rock drilling, rock cutting, loading and hauling, tunnelling and quarrying. In 2021, sales were approximately 41 billion SEK with about 15,500 employees within continuing operations.

A glimpse of our culture

At Sandvik, we’re tech driven, innovative and entrepreneurial For us, success is a team effort - we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where people can be themselves and reach their full potential. So, we invest in supporting each other, learning together and celebrating our differences. We also give you the freedom to find that perfect mix between work, family life and interests. Visit our stories hub, LinkedIn Opens in new window or Facebook Opens in new window to get to know us further.

Prior to this recruitment, we have already decided which advertising channels and marketing campaigns we wish to utilise, and we respectfully decline any contact from marketing or recruitment agencies regarding additional channels or campaigns.

Closing date

The closing date for applications is 20th October 2025

Eligibility

Applicants must be eligible to work in the EU or hold a valid permit to work in the EU

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