HR Business Partner
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About the Role
About us
James Fisher Shipping Services (JFSS) sets the benchmark in vessel and crew management across the tanker, research, and specialist maritime sectors. With an uncompromising focus on safety, efficiency, and operational excellence, JFSS consistently exceeds industry standards—earning its position as the supplier of choice for third-party vessel owners worldwide.
At the heart of its success is a highly skilled and loyal pool of seafarers, supported by long-standing contracts and emergency response capabilities, including pollution control services for the European Maritime Safety Agency. JFSS doesn’t just manage ships—it propels performance.
The Role
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR Business Partner to join our HR team, providing dedicated support to our Maritime Transport division. This newly created role reflects our commitment to delivering high-quality people initiatives and driving strategic change across the business.
Key Responsibilities- Leading operational and strategic HR initiatives across the Tank Ships
- Driving change management and professionalisation of HR practices.
- Pro-actively manage, advise and support the full HR life cycle within the businesses.
- Identify issues, trends and explore underlying causes to provide effective HR solutions/projects/initiatives.
- Coaching managers to become confident people leaders.
- Managing projects and initiatives that enhance employee engagement and organisational design.
- Partnering with senior stakeholders to deliver impactful people solutions aligned with business goals.
- CIPD Qualification Essential
- Proven experience as a HR Business Partner or in a senior HR role within a fast-paced environment.
- Strong knowledge of employment legislation and reward processes.
- A confident coach and influencer with a pragmatic approach.
- Experience in project/change management and HR systems.
- Ideally, a background in retail, hospitality, or service industries — we value adaptability and a customer-focused mindset.
You can find out more about James Fisher & Sons group companies and valued behaviours by watching a short film here: We are One James Fisher
Due to the volume of applications we receive, on occasion applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.
James Fisher and Sons are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success depends on our talented and diverse workforce.
- Location:
- Knutsford, England, United Kingdom
- Salary:
- £60,000 - £80,000
- Category:
- Human Resources
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