Corporate overview

Aker Solutions provides oilfield products, systems and services for customers in the oil and gas industry world-wide. The company's knowledge and technologies span from reservoir to production and through the life of a field. Aker Solutions brings together engineering and technologies for oil and gas drilling, field development and production. The company employs approximately 23 500 people in more than 30 countries. They apply the knowledge and create and use technologies that deliver their customers' solutions.

We are looking for individuals who are prepared to take a position. Not only a position within Aker Solutions, but also a position on the exciting challenges the global oil and gas industry face now and in the future

Aker Solutions is a leading global oil services company that provides engineering and construction services, technology, products and field-life solutions for the oil & gas industry. Aker Solutions currently has 18 000 people working worldwide.

Our Business very much depends on our people; all our major achievements are team efforts. We are looking for dedicated team players who like to be part of a winning team, who meet challenges head on to serve our customers’ needs.

Aker Offshore Partner Ltd based in Aberdeen, have excellent opportunities for talented individuals who can strengthen our team and support our ambitious growth plans within the engineering, construction, maintenance, modification and operations market.

We are currently looking for an HR Advisor.

Responsibilities and tasks

The HR Advisor is responsible for advising and supporting managers within the scope of the project, as well as working on HR projects on a wider scale within AOPL.  Reporting to the Project Manager on a daily basis and working in alignment with wider HR Team covering Attract, Select, Develop, Perform, Reward and Reassign.
Advising managers & supervisors on HR issues and employment law matters as well as supporting in major/minor projects to help achieve best practice and delivery to the project and client.
Identifying any issues and implementing HR plans along with the wider HR team.
Be the focal point on the project for all HR issues.
Being involved in all HR activities, covering Attract, Select, Develop, Perform, Reward and Reassign.
Regular visits to site locations both onshore and offshore.
Support managers in the recruitment process for the project, assisting in the decision making and aligning to the Global Recruitment Guide.
Understanding the offshore plan in respect of shutdowns and campaigns throughout the year.  Working closely with the operations recruitment team to ensure delivery of plan.  
Supports managers in understanding employee relations policies and practices, ensuring understanding of compliance imperatives.
Provides advice and instruction to managers who are leading the resolution of employee relations issues.
Networks with colleagues internally and communities of practice externally to understand current trends and anticipate changes.
Take the lead on the project for investigating and resolving ER issues, such as grievances and disciplinaries.
Regular site / offshore trips to engage employees and feedback key messages.
Advises and coaches managers in aspect of employee health and well-being, ensuring internal policies and legislative requirements are followed, in the case of return to work or long term issues.
Monitors and evaluates data and information to ensure ongoing service quality.  Seeks and acts on feedback from customers.
Work to Aker Solutions processes and follow administrative processes for payroll purposes including starters and leavers, upgrades, downgrades etc, ensuring adequate paper trails in place.
Seeks and listens to the feedback from employee to identify and address continuous improvement.
Responsible for introductions to the company and ensuring that feedback is given on process for continuous improvement.
Ensure that the values and behavioural expectations permeate through the organisation’s processes, policies, intranet etc.
Understand and be able to interpret the OCA agreement – understanding the offshore terms and
Business degree or CIPD qualification preferred
Up to date knowledge on Employment Law
Understanding of OCA terms and conditions
Organisational and administrative skills
Planning ahead, being proactive
Experience of OCA negotiations and understanding the current agreement
Appropriate operational project experience
Must be Eligible to Work Within the UK

Qualifications & personal attributes

Excellent communicator
Able to challenge and put forward views
Able to build relations at all levels

We offer

•Friendly colleagues in an industry with a bright future
•An environment where you are encouraged to develop your skills and share your knowledge with your colleagues
•Competitive benefits and strong focus on work-life balance