Human Resources Business Partner - Offshore Operations

BW Energy; Rio de Janeiro; On-site; BRL 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

BW Energy is seeking an Human Capital Business Partner to provide comprehensive HR support to our offshore workforce. You will act as the primary HR contact for offshore employees, OIMs, Superintendents, and line managers, handling crew planning, training, vacations, medical exams, documentation, compensation processes, recruitment, and performance management.

Responsibilities include coordinating crew planning and training, analyzing offshore payroll elements, supporting recruitment and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field.
• Experience as an HR Business Partner, preferably in offshore operations.
• Experience in the Oil & Gas industry.
• Knowledge of HRIS and core HR functions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate crew planning and offshore HR activities.
• Manage payroll-related tasks for offshore employees and expats.
• Support recruitment, promotions, salary reviews, and performance appraisals.
• Ensure compliance with Brazilian labour laws and regulatory training requirements.
• Liaise with Manning Offices and Manpower suppliers to ensure quality deliveries.

Skills

HR Business Partner

Offshore operations

HR knowledge

Training & development

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration

Tools

HRIS

Job description

The Human Capital Business Partner will be responsible for providing comprehensive HR support to our offshore workforce, ensuring effective people management throughout the employee lifecycle. The role will act as a key HR point of contact for offshore employees, OIMs, Superintendents, Line and Asset Managers, supporting all HR-related activities associated with the offshore team, including crew planning, training, vacations, medical examinations, employee documentation, compensation processes, recruitment, performance management, and other HR activities.

Responsibilities:

• Coordination of Crew Planning (Crew Change);
• Responsible for planning training, vacations, and medical exams for the offshore team (Brazilians and expatriates);
• Analysis and elaboration of monthly control of payments of offshore employees (timesheets, overtime, daily training, and difference in function);
• Support with coordination of activities related to Recruitment and Selection, Promotion, Salary Review, Performance Appraisal, and Visa Process for the offshore team;
• Coordination of crew documents with the requirements of the company, the customer, Brazilian legislation, and the unit's flag;
• Coordination of offshore personnel logistics;
• HR Focal Point for OIM, Superintendents and offshore employees, and legal representatives of the company in legal matters;
• Close cooperation with the respective Manning Offices and Manpower Companies to ensure quality and consistent deliveries to offshore personnel management, with relevant policies and procedures;
• Monitor training according to the applicable training matrices, and coordinate training for assigned personnel;
• Support Line and Asset Managers regarding Brazilian Labor Legislation peculiarities as well as requirements from other institutions such as the Brazilian Navy, and Ministry of Labor;
• Ensure full awareness of rules and regulations applicable in the assigned unit, as well as take responsibility for ensuring compliance with certificates and competencies
• Responsible for Management of change and Risk Assessment for personnel changes;
• Support Regional HR Manager with offshore matters;
• Support with various Fleet & Office activities; Help shape a healthy corporate culture and ensure that all systems, policies, and practices in the company is consistent with the desired culture;

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree - Business Administration or other related areas

Experience:

• Experience as an HR Business Partner, preferably in offshore operations
• Experience in Human Resources
• Previous experience in the Oil & Gas industry

Knowledge:

• Good understanding of Human Resources Information Systems;
• Broad knowledge of key Human Resources functions, including recruitment, compensation & benefits, training and development, and performance management;
• Good understanding of competence requirements within the Oil & Gas industry;
• Good understanding of regulatory training requirements for offshore personnel;