Winners of a prestigious annual event showcasing the best HR professionals and practices across the north-east have hailed the benefits of getting involved with the cHeRries Awards.
Last year, Shari Norris, Senior Human Resources Coordinator for Petrofac was honoured as Fantastic HR Advisor of the year.
The award recognises an HR advisor who has gained the respect of their client base by ensuring high visibility and face-to-face contact while proactively delivering a high standard of HR service and solutions.
She said: “I was extremely happy to win the Fantastic HR Advisor award as I was up against some tough competition.
“It was a really proud moment for me personally and professionally.
“Petrofac has really supported me through my career development and I would like to thank the company and my colleagues for their continued support during the last four years.”
Lesley de Jager, UK & Africa People & Organisation Director for category sponsor Wood Group, said: “A Fantastic HR Advisor is someone who brings out the best in people and makes a truly remarkable contribution to the company they work for.
“Our central core value is people so the profession of HR is highly valued at WGPSN and we recognise the importance of fantastic HR advisors! This is an award we’re very proud to sponsor.”
Mike Fraser picked up a gong as Outstanding HR Director.
The accolade recognises an HR director who consistently made an outstanding contribution to their firm’s business strategy.
Mr Fraser, who has since retired from his role at Peterson, said: “To be presented with this accolade from my industry peer group is hugely humbling and is without a doubt a career highlight. This award isn’t just for me, it is for all the people who I have learned from, and worked with, particularly the team at Peterson.”
Murdo MacIver, a director of Peterson, added: “People development is one of our values and in this challenging market, continuing to support and recognise achievements in HR, recruitment and training is more important than ever.”
Lesley Birse, HR director for the category sponsor Amec Foster Wheeler said: “Amec Foster Wheeler is delighted to be sponsoring the 2016 cHeRries Awards which recognise and celebrate excellence in human resources.
“It’s through the passion and enthusiasm of HR teams that businesses can recruit and retain the best talent by offering a range of benefits and exciting career development opportunities.
“The cHeRries Awards brings together great examples of collaboration and innovation, so it provides a platform for us all to learn and share whilst celebrating success.
“We are proud to be associated with promoting HR excellence across this region, supporting industry, business and the local community.”
Kerry Medford, event manager for DC Thomson Publishing said: “Getting involved with the cHeRies Awards brings real benefits to all who enter. It is so gratifying that last year’s winners really value the process of entering the awards and celebrating their achievements.”
Nominations for the cHeRries Awards, run by the Press and Journal’s owner, DC Thomson, are now open.
Dundee-based DC Thomson is delighted to present the cHeRries, which recognise excellence in the fields of human resources, training and recruitment in the region.
Now entering its ninth year, the annual event is now free to all firms that enter.The cHeRies features nine categories and attracts an audience of more than 500.
This year’s ceremony will be held on Thursday, June 2, at Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre and will provide a fantastic platform for showcasing the best HR professionals and practices across the region.
The entries open 11th January, and close 4th March 2016, and all entry forms and category criteria will be available on the website. The entry forms have to be sent to Kerry Medford, Event Manager – kmedford@dcthomson.co.uk or call 01382 426212
Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased online or by telephone 01382 426212.