HR Business Partner

ESAB SP ZOO; Katowice; On-site; PLN 169,563 - 254,344; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

LinkedIn Learning access

Continuous performance feedback

Supportive environment

Career development opportunities

Job summary

ESAB SP ZOO in Katowice is looking for an HR Business Partner to support HR activities for the production plant. This role involves strategic HR partnership and performance management while focusing on employee engagement and organizational development.

The ideal candidate has experience in talent management, recruitment strategies, and fostering a positive workplace culture. This position offers hybrid work options and continuous development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in strategic HR partnership and organizational development.
• Knowledge of compensation and benefits strategies.
• Ability to foster positive workplace culture.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor on HR-related matters.
• Perform recruitment for key and strategic positions.
• Support the performance management cycle.
• Identify training needs across the organization.
• Foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

Skills

HR-related advisory

Talent management

Employee engagement

Performance management

Change management

Job description

Job Overview

HR Business Partner – Production plant Katowice, Poland. Support and execute operational HR activities for the production plant and commercial organization. Partner with local leaders and employees to align people initiatives with business objectives, foster employee engagement and performance, and support talent and organizational development.

Location: Katowice, Poland.

Performance Objectives and Responsibilities

• Strategic HR Partnership
  • Act as a trusted advisor to Area Sales Manager on HR‑related matters.
  • Conduct annual talent review with Area Sales Manager and calibrate with HR Manager Commercial – Eastern.
  • Develop and monitor individual development plans for key talent population.
  • Advise Area Sales Manager on retention strategies and monitor talent risks.
  • Promote a performance‑and‑growth‑oriented culture focused on employee development and career opportunities.
• Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
  • Perform recruitment activities for key and strategic positions.
• Performance Management
  • Support the performance management cycle, including objective setting, mid‑ and end‑year reviews.
  • Coach managers on performance improvement and employee development.
• Learning & Development
  • Identify training and development needs across the organization.
  • Promote continuous learning and career development opportunities.
  • Perform necessary training on occasion.
• Employee Engagement & Culture
  • Foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
  • Support the annual Engagement Survey, Focus Groups and implementation of improvement action plans.
  • Support diversity, equity, and inclusion programs.
• Change Management & Organizational Development
  • Support organizational design and restructuring initiatives.
  • Guide managers and employees through change and transition processes.
  • Facilitate communication and adoption of organizational changes.
• Compensation & Benefits
  • Support implementation and communication of compensation and benefits programs in Poland.
  • Partner with managers during annual compensation planning cycle and individual salary reviews.
  • Provide guidance on compensation decisions to ensure internal equity and market competitiveness.
  • Participate in salary benchmarking and market analysis activities.
  • Monitor compensation trends and provide recommendations aligned with business and talent needs.
  • Support job evaluation and grading processes in alignment with global frameworks.
  • Coordinate with Total Rewards on necessary approvals.
  • Promote employee understanding of available benefits and reward programs.
  • Support retention and recognition initiatives through appropriate reward strategies.
  • Ensure compensation practices comply with local regulations and company policies.

Benefits

• Hybrid work – flexibility to work from home several days per week.
• LinkedIn Learning access – unlimited skill development.
• Continuous performance feedback – regular discussion and growth.
• Supportive environment – culture that values contributions.
• Career opportunities – development aligned with career goals.