Kepak HR Graduate Programme 2026 Wales

DescriptionKepak HR Graduate Programme 2026 - WalesRole PurposeThe HR Graduate role is designed to give a comprehensive introduction to the HR function within the meat processing industry. The role involves gaining experience across various HR processes employee relations recruitment and data-driven projects gaining a full understanding of the HR function and its impact on the overall business.Key ResponsibilitiesCross-Site Experience: Spend time at various sites across the division to gain a broad understanding of the entire manufacturing and HR experience.Employee Relations: Learn the full scope of employee relations including disciplinary procedures grievance meetings minute-taking and drafting outcome letters.Occupational Health Management: Assist in managing occupational health processes such as return-to-work documentation and informing managers of health-related updates.Manager Advisory: Support managers by advising on HR procedures reviewing cases and maintaining records of employee-related actions.Administrative Support: Provide administration support including minute-taking for meetings drafting letters and coordinating with teams.Recruitment and Resourcing: Participate in recruitment activities starting with factory-based recruitment. Learn to use HR systems post job advertisements and contribute to interviews.Data Management: Track and input data on key HR metrics including absence disciplinary actions and resignation data transitioning to analysing this data for improvements over time.Induction and Onboarding: Support the delivery of inductions and onboarding processes reviewing and improving these processes for operational roles.Project Work: Engage in HR projects including reviewing and improving induction processes recruitment strategy benchmarking and competency assessments during rotational placements.Key CompetenciesAttention to Detail: Ensure all processes documentation and employee records comply with legal standards and company policies.Data-Driven: Utilize data effectively to track HR processes and inform decision-making.People Focused: Show passion for contributing positively to the workplace culture and supporting employee development.Resilience and Tenacity: Be prepared to advise on situations where the outcome may not align with your recommendations and maintain strong relationships.Adaptability: Demonstrate the ability to adjust your approach depending on the situation engaging and supporting colleagues effectively.Other Role InformationProgression Path: Opportunity to progress within HR from HR Administrator to Assistant Advisor Senior HR roles and eventually Manager or Business Partner. Potential to specialize in areas such as Training & Development Recruitment or Learning & Development.Travel: Regular travel to different sites within the UK and Ireland particularly during the rotational placement phase.Our Graduate programme allows dynamic motivated hardworking and passionate Graduates an opportunity start their career with one of Ireland & UKs leading meat businesses. The programme lasts 2 years.You can expect: To be fully immersed into our Culture from day 1 working alongside key industry experts and Kepak leaders An opportunity to work in various departments across the business with a rotation plan tailored to your development the rotations plan will vary by site Gain an in depth understanding of our brands and products and our relationships with customers and consumers To learn key aspects of our business whilst you develop your skills and knowledge The opportunity to develop personally and professionally through exposure to key projects tasks and development activities that challenge you all supported by a detailed learner journey and training plan A dedicated mentor and development program to support you both on the programme and into a role that best fits your skills Start date: September 7th 2026Starting Salary - 28000 with an up to 1500 increase at the start of Year 2 to 29500Role Location - Kepak Merthyr Merthyr Tydfil WalesRead more about our programme and hear from some of our Graduates: are we looking forWe are looking for hardworking and ambitious Graduates who want to learn and grow in a challenging and fast paced environment by performing real roles as part of your rotations. You must be mobile and willing to travel throughout the programme to undertake development activities at any of our sites in the UK and Ireland.We will consider undergraduates from all disciplines and backgrounds.Knowledge Skills and ExperienceDegree: Any degree considered ideally Business Psychology or Social Sciences.Experience: Experience in customer service or administration is advantageous with any exposure to the food industry being beneficial.Skills: Strong people skills particularly in customer-facing roles; strong administration and attention to detail.Technical Skills: Familiarity with HR systems such as Workable and basic data input and analysis skills.Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills across various mediums including phone email Teams and face-to-face interactions.Personal AttributesAdaptability: Quick to build rapport and relationships; able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.Resilience: Ability to stay calm and focused under pressure managing conflicting priorities and maintaining a positive attitude.Confidence: Comfortable presenting ideas and advice in group settings; able to handle responsibility and decision-making as you progress in the role.Self-Motivated: Passionate about personal growth and improvement with a desire to drive positive change in the workplace.We will be looking for alignment with our Core Values:Responsibility Ability to work on your own initiative and take accountability for your actionsAmbition You will have the willingness and confidence to challenge yourself to be the best you can be and be driven to succeedPassion for Food this is at the heart of everything we do you must be passionate about every aspect of our industryTeamwork ability to build positive relationships quickly with people from all cultures and career stages is pivotalBenefits Employee Discount Scheme Service-Related Annual Leave Discounted Health Insurance Educational Assistance/ L&D Discounted Meat Products Cycle to work scheme Employee assistance programme Key Skills Project Management Methodology,Project / Program Management,Program Management,Management Experience,Microsoft Powerpoint,Project Management,Microsoft Project,Budgeting,DoD Experience,Leadership Experience,Supervising Experience,Contracts Employment Type : Student Experience: years Vacancy: 1