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Bilfinger

Director HR & HSEQ

Bilfinger, The Woodlands, Texas, United States

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Bilfinger is a leading international industrial services provider, driving efficiency and sustainability for the process industry. With 30,000+ employees and over €5 billion in revenue in 2024, we offer solutions in consulting, engineering, manufacturing, maintenance, turnarounds, and digital applications across key sectors like energy, chemicals, pharma, and oil & gas.

At Bilfinger, we offer a work environment where you can learn and grow. Join us and be part of a team shaping the future!

Director HR and HSEQ North America As the lead position for the HR & HSEQ function in North America the position will strategically lead and oversee the HR and HSEQ functions to align and support organizational goals and objectives. The role serves as an interface and strategic business partner to the Executive team with Global HR & HSEQ. The position is responsible for all aspects of human resources management that impact the employee/employer life cycle. The position is also responsible for ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards across all operations. The position along with the function teams will promote a culture of safety and sustainability, implementing effective HSEQ systems, policies and procedures throughout the organization.

Duties and Responsibilities Strategic HR and HSEQ Management

Responsible for the development and implementation of HR & HSEQ strategies that support and promote the company's long-term success

Drives the development and implementation of HR & HSEQ processes and initiatives to ensure the functional teams have all the material in their respective portfolios required to support the organization

Ensures compliance with corporate guidelines, standards and processes in relation to HR and HSEQ in North America

Provides guidance on strategic HR topics and represents regional needs to Chief HR and HSEQ Officer and Corporate HR

In collaboration with functional and operational leadership identifies, develops and executes on strategic campaigns where relevant to improve safety and health and wellness

Acts as the conduit for global strategic issues and projects / initiatives from the COE's to North America and acts as a Subject Matter Expert and generalist for strategic HR issues

Operational Functional Responsibility

Responsible for the management and optimization of all HR operations in North America, including employee recruitment, onboarding, talent management, performance appraisal, employee retention and development.

Supports the development and execution of campaigns, programs and initiatives to enhance the employee experience inc; onboarding, learning & development, benefits and compensation strategies

Ensures smooth personnel management and compliance with local, State and Federal legal requirements

Promotes standardized HSEQ systems, standards and processes to drive operational excellence

Promotes unique HSE related campaigns to improve HSE performance

Ensures highest level of functional data management integrity and reporting performance to meet local and global requirements

Business Partner

Leads the team of HR Business Partners and HSEQ experts to ensure that functional initiatives are effectively implemented across all operations

Works closely with the business partners to understand the business strategy and deliver HR solutions that meet the business needs

Collaborates with the Chief HR, HSEQ Officer and Corporate HR in the development of innovative HR solutions that reflect specific local needs

Labor law

Ensures compliance with all labor law regulations in North America as well as in other countries in which the company operates

Develops and updates employment contracts, policies and procedures to ensure compliance with laws and regulations where relevant

Technical Knowledge and Skills

The ability to develop a long-term HR strategy and align it with the company's objectives

The ability to lead, motivate and manage a team of HR professionals

Comprehensive knowledge of labor law in the region North America and an understanding of international legislation

Strong awareness and interest in HSE to support functional SME’s

The ability to plan, manage and implement HR and HSEQ projects and initiatives in an international context

A strong awareness of compliance with company policies and processes, ethical standards and legal requirements

The ability to forecast the organization's staffing requirements and to plan measures for long-term talent development

Sensitivity to cultural differences and the ability to work in an international environment

Ability to analyze HR data and derive insights to continuously improve HR practices

Qualifications

Completed Master's degree or similar qualification in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Law / Labor Law or a related discipline

Interest in the area of Health Management, Safety, Environment is desirable

Minimum of 10-12 years progressive HR experience

Proven experience in senior HR positions, ideally in a global environment

Comprehensive knowledge of labor law in the region North America as well as experience in international legal compliance

Solid experience in the implementation of HSEQ initiatives, projects and programs

Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and manage a team of HR professionals lead a team of HR professionals

Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills

Strategic thinking and the ability to align HR initiatives with business objectives align HR initiatives with business objectives

If you have any questions please contact Jason Alan Jaure (jason.jaure@bilfinger.com).

Bilfinger is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or other characteristics protected by law.

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