Trainee HR Coordinator

We are looking for a motivated and organised Trainee HR Coordinator to join our HR team at MacTaggart Scott. This is an exciting development opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within Human Resources while gaining practical experience across all areas of the employee lifecycle within a fast-paced engineering and manufacturing environment.

Working closely with the HR Business Partner and wider HR team, you will support the delivery of day-to-day HR operations including recruitment administration, onboarding, employee records management, systems administration, learning and development support, and employee relations case management.

This role would suit someone who is eager to learn, enjoys working with people, and takes pride in delivering a professional and customer-focused service. You will gain exposure to a broad range of HR activities while developing knowledge of HR best practice, employment legislation, and people processes within a commercially focused business environment.

There will also be the opportunity to work towards completing a Modern Apprenticeship at SCQF Level 5 or 6.

What is the job about?

As our Trainee HR Coordinator, you will play an important role in supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the HR function while developing your own HR knowledge, skills, and experience. Working closely with colleagues across the business, you will provide administrative and operational support across recruitment, onboarding, HR systems, employee records, learning and development activities, and employee support processes.

This is a varied and hands-on role where no two days are the same. You will have the opportunity to learn about all aspects of HR operations while building confidence and capability within a supportive and collaborative team environment.

About Us

MacTaggart Scott primarily supports the Naval Defence industry, providing complete solutions to customer needs from analysis of initial customer requirements, to design and manufacture, and right through to commissioning and through life support.

Established in 1898, we are proud of our history and tradition but believe that sustainable competitive advantage can only be achieved through continuous improvement, investment, and a commitment to business excellence at every level within the company.

• Strong organisational skills with good attention to detail
• Confident communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive and positive approach with a willingness to learn
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a busy environment
• Comfortable working with confidential information professionally and discreetly
• Strong administrative and IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Customer-focused with a professional and approachable manner
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

Desirable:

• Previous administrative experience within an office or customer-facing environment
• An interest in developing a career within Human Resources
• Previous experience using HR systems or databases
• CIPD qualification or working towards CIPD Level 3 (desirable but not essential)

• As part of our Healthy Work-Life Balance, employees can choose between a 4- or 5-day working week
• Flexible working hours between 07:00 and 19:00, with core hours of 09:30 - 15:30
• A comprehensive leave policy including annual leave, paid parental leave, and military reservist leave
• A supportive and engaging environment with opportunities to grow your career
• Access to a comprehensive wellbeing programme, Employee Assistance Programme, and onsite nurse
• Onsite canteen, free parking, and cycle-to-work scheme
• Generous company pension plan, employee discounts, and free flu vaccinations
• Life insurance, sick pay, and a strong focus on health and wellbeing