Job Description

• Wicklow
• Permanent / Full Time
• 22 Jul 2026

HR & Recruitment Coordinator – Wicklow
Location: Brittas Bay, Wicklow
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent

OCS Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a long-established and highly respected main contractor to recruit a HR & Recruitment Coordinator for their regional office in Wicklow.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and proactive HR professional to play a key role in supporting the company's people strategy. Working across both Human Resources and Recruitment, you will be responsible for managing the employee lifecycle, coordinating recruitment activities, maintaining HR compliance, and supporting managers across the business.

This role would suit someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced construction environment and is looking to further develop their career within an established contractor delivering projects across Leinster.


Key Responsibilities

Human Resources

• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records and HR documentation.
• Prepare employment contracts, offer letters, onboarding packs and other employee documentation.
• Coordinate the onboarding process for new employees, ensuring a positive start to their employment.
• Update and maintain HR systems and internal databases, including leave records, absences and employee information.
• Act as a first point of contact for employee HR queries, providing guidance and support where appropriate.
• Support performance management, probation reviews and employee development initiatives.
• Produce regular HR reports and metrics, including headcount, turnover, absenteeism and recruitment activity.
• Work closely with the payroll function by providing accurate employee information relating to starters, leavers, leave and other employment changes.
• Assist with employee engagement initiatives and company wellbeing activities.

Recruitment

• Partner with hiring managers to understand current and future recruitment requirements.
• Draft and advertise vacancies across relevant job boards, social media platforms and recruitment channels.
• Source candidates through online platforms, professional networks and direct search methods.
• Screen CVs and conduct initial telephone interviews to assess candidate suitability.
• Coordinate interview schedules between candidates and hiring managers.
• Manage candidate communications throughout the recruitment process, ensuring a positive candidate experience.
• Support pre-employment checks and reference verification.
• Assist with employer branding initiatives to attract high-quality talent.

Requirements

• Previous experience in an HR, Recruitment or HR & Recruitment Coordinator role.
• Third-level qualification in Human Resources, Business or a related discipline is desirable.
• Knowledge of Irish employment legislation and HR best practices.
• Experience supporting recruitment processes from sourcing through to onboarding.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office, with experience using HR systems being an advantage.
• Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively in a busy office environment.

What's on Offer

• Permanent, full-time position.
• Monday to Friday working schedule
• Long-term career progression within a growing organisation.

If you're an organised HR professional with a passion for people and recruitment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply Now