Human Resources Administrator

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Polypipe Building Products
Polypipe Building Products specializes in manufacturing and supplying sustainable building solutions.
HR admin supporting HRIS, onboarding, payroll, and employee lifecycle
20 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Junior (1-3 years), Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
New Edlington, England, United Kingdom
Office Full-Time
Company Size
5,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Below Ground Drainage
Above Ground Drainage
Rainwater Solutions
Plastic Plumbing
Underfloor Heating
Design Consultation
Technical Support
Educational Roadshow
Sector Specialisms
Housing
Commercial Building Services
Civils & Green Urbanisation
Homeowner & Self Build
Role
What you would be doing
hris maintenance
workday updates
onboarding coordination
payroll support
stat reporting
compliance

The HR Administrator provides a support service to the HR department and wider organisation, working within a busy and fast-paced environment.

This role is one of the first points of contact for many people related queries from our colleagues and managers and assists the HR team to administer a range of HR-related documentation, coordinate project work and provides support with the day-to-day management of the full employee lifecycle, with a strong emphasis on maintaining the departments Human Resource Information System (HRIS), Workday.

  • Supporting with the administration of family friendly processes and documentation
  • Coordinating the onboarding process and supporting recruiting managers with Day 1 induction requriements including Drug & Alcohol testing
  • Managing the central HR inbox ensuring all emails are addressed in a timely manner and routed correctly
  • Supporting the HR Advisors and Business Partner with investigations and disciplinary matters, including taking minutes when necessary and producing the relevant resulting documentation
  • Ensuring the department is compliant with all employee related company policy and procedural guidelines, employment law, and data protection (GDPR)
  • Raising purchase orders
  • Supporting and helping with the delivery of engagement and communication initiatives
  • Supporting payroll, absence tracking and benefits administration
  • Preparing contracts, offer letters and onboarding documentation
  • Maintaining the HRIS system (Workday) relating to starters, leavers and contract varations and employee records with accuracy
  • Reviewing all new starter documentation including Right to Work documents
  • Providing statistical information for reporting purposes
What you bring
cipd
microsoft office
workday
zeus
hris
proactive

This role is based at our Head Office in Edlington (DN12) but may require travel to another site we have which is also located in Doncaster (DN2).

  • Proactive, detail driven and comfortable juggling multiple priorities
  • An understanding and appreciation of confidentiality within a sensitive environment
  • A confident communicator, organised and always one step ahead
  • Experience of working in HR, CIPD qualified is an advantage for the role
  • Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages; Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint
  • Working knowledge of Time & Attendance and HRIS systems, preferably Workday and Zeus
  • Supporting with essential car-user queries and required actions
Benefits

We have an opportunity for someone to join us on a 12 months fixed term basis covering Maternity Leave.

  • Share save scheme
  • Team days and events
  • Life assurance
  • 25 days of annual leave plus the bank holidays (with a holiday purchase scheme that starts in January 2026!)
  • Monday - Friday, 37.5 hours per week (8/9am start with a 4/5pm finish)
  • Matched pension contributions up to 8%
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
  • drug & alcohol testing for new starters
  • review of right to work documentation
Company
Overview
40 Years
Years of Expertise
The company has accumulated extensive experience in manufacturing sustainable building solutions.
  • Designs and produces a wide range of products for residential, commercial, and industrial applications.
  • Focuses on high-performance water management, heating, and ventilation solutions.
  • Product portfolio supports infrastructure projects and builds globally.
  • A leader in creating energy-efficient systems to meet modern building demands.
  • Driving innovation in water conservation, rainwater harvesting, and underfloor heating.
  • Renowned for expertise in advanced plastic piping systems for sustainable infrastructure.
  • Typical projects include urban housing developments, commercial buildings, and large-scale infrastructure works, establishing it as a trusted industry partner.
Culture + Values
24/7
Nonstop Innovation
Lab operates around the clock to develop and test innovative materials, ensuring continuous progress.
100%
Sustainable Products
The company's products are designed for full recyclability, supporting environmental sustainability.
  • Reliability – proactive problem-solving with bespoke engineered solutions and responsive support
  • Testing and certification – products covered by third-party accreditations (BBA, BSI Kitemark, WRc, Network Rail, Exor, Constructionline, CHAS, PADS); business systems assessed to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 18001
  • Comprehensive support – guiding customers through legislation, building regulations, and full engineered solutions from design to installation
  • High calibre people – fully qualified design engineers, fabrication, and installation specialists delivering unparalleled customer service
  • Industry leaders – active membership with DEFRA, CIRIA, Constructing Excellence, British Plastics Federation, BSRIA, BSI, HEVAC, FMA, Construction Products Association
  • Environmental benefits – use of recycled materials, zero waste to landfill, systems that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance water management
Environment + Sustainability
65% Recycled Content
Recycled Material in Terrain PVC Pipes
Terrain PVC pipes are made with up to 65% recycled material, demonstrating a commitment to sustainable manufacturing.
32% Increase
Recycled Material Usage Growth
Recycled material usage has grown from 5% to 32% by the end of 2024, showcasing significant progress in sustainability.
16,000 Tonnes
Annual Plastic Waste Reprocessing
Over 16,000 tonnes of plastic waste are reprocessed annually, contributing to circular economy goals.
Zero Waste
Landfill Waste Elimination
Achieved zero waste to landfill across operations, setting a high standard for waste management.
  • Environmental Product Declarations issued for MecFlow, Terrain Q, Terrain FUZE and Terrain PVC pipes and fittings.
  • Genuit Group target: by 2025, 62% of total materials from recycled sources and 66% reduction in CO₂ emissions.
  • Achieved BES 6001 responsible sourcing certification for commercial drainage systems.
  • Main manufacturing sites reduced energy usage by 10% per tonne output over four years.
  • Use of prefabrication to reduce on-site waste and delivery miles.
  • Supports Wolseley UK recycling scheme rolled out across 11 branches.
Inclusion & Diversity
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Human Resources Administrator at Polypipe Building Products in New Edlington, England, United Kingdom