Operations HR Business Partner (m/f/d) strong focus on Learning & Development

About the team:

Shape the future of renewable energy with us!

ZF Wind Power is one of the world’s leading providers of wind turbine gearboxes and is currently being established as an independent entity within the ZF Group – with the clear goal of responding even more effectively to market and customer needs while enabling further growth. This step increases entrepreneurial flexibility and strengthens our role as a global technology leader in wind energy.

We have the world’s largest installed capacity of +8 MW offshore wind turbine gearboxes. Since entering the wind industry in 1979, we have delivered more than 85,000 gearboxes, powering over 200 GW wind turbines, covering more than 25% of the total installed capacity of geared-driven wind turbines worldwide. Together with our partners, we continuously invest in the wind market to empower a sustainable future together.

We are looking for a new colleague joining our HR-team in our headquarters in Lommel, Belgium.

You will join a highly professional and experienced HR team, consisting of an HR Manager, 4 HR Business Partners and 3 Payroll Officers.

What you can look forward to as Operations HR Business Partner (m/f/d) with strong focus on Learning & Development: 

• You act as the first point of contact for a dedicated operations business group and manage all people-related matters from A to Z, including Talent & Performance Management, day-to-day employee and labor relations, Compensation & Benefits, Learning & Development and Workforce Management for a population of 180 employees.
• Moreover you lead, drive and own Learning & Development and Talent Management initiatives, aligned with business needs, including the design, implementation and execution of a structured training plan for the full site.
• You coach and support leaders, contributing to the development and strengthening of leadership capabilities across the organization.
• In addition you work in close collaboration with your payroll colleagues and build strong, trust-based relationships with all stakeholders.
• You have a tangible impact and truly make a difference in a dynamic environment with significant long-term investments.

Your profile as Operations HR Business Partner (m/f/d) with strong focus on Learning & Development:

• From your background you hold an academic degree in People Management, Economics or a related field, or an equivalent level through experience.
• You are a seasoned HR Business Partner or HR Generalist with a strong interest and experience in Talent Management and Learning & Development.
• Plus, you are proficient in managing the full employee lifecycle at an operational, tactical and strategic level.
• You have a proven track record in managing complexity and change within an HR environment; you are resilient and able to adapt your communication style to different audiences.
• With regard to your working style you are self-organized and proactive, work in a structured way and are fluent in PowerPoint, Excel and HRIS systems.
• You are an engaged and energizing personality with strong Dutch and English communication skills and solid stakeholder management capabilities.

Why choose ZF in Lommel:

• A competitive salary with extensive benefits package, including a company car and net allowance
• Up to 20 legal vacation days (upon full entitlement) and 18 ADV days per year
• Hybrid working model, with one day per week working from home
• Daily soup at work to support a healthy lunch or dinner
• Possibility of leasing a bicycle
• A role in an international company with innovative products that have a positive impact on our planet.