HR Business Partner- Cement Ozarow

CRH; Karsy; Hybrid; PLN 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Private medical care

Insurance

EAP24 support

Career development

CRH network growth

Job summary

CRH plc is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner for Cement Ożarów, Poland. The role partners with the Plant HR Director to shape people strategy, employee relations, and HR initiatives across a site with blue-collar operations.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in HR within manufacturing, strong knowledge of Polish labour law, and fluent Polish with good English. The position offers relocation support and a hybrid work arrangement within an international group.

Qualifications

• 5+ years HR experience in manufacturing or industrial environment
• Proven experience as HR Business Partner, HR Manager or senior HR Generalist
• Solid knowledge of Polish labour law and experience in employee relations
• Experience in shift-based, safety-critical operations
• Fluent Polish and good command of English (written and spoken)
• Degree in HR, Psychology, Law, Management or related field; postgraduate HR qualification is an advantage

Responsibilities

• Deliver the site's HR priorities and initiatives in collaboration with the Plant HR Director
• Act as main HR contact for managers in assigned departments; advise on workforce needs and organization
• Handle employee relations, including cooperation with trade unions and employee representatives
• Coach and support managers on people management, performance, absence and conflict resolution
• Support engagement, retention and a strong safety and performance culture on shop floor and in support functions
• Own recruitment and onboarding for blue-collar staff
• Run performance management, talent review, succession planning and training at site level
• Use HR data to identify trends and provide recommendations to HR Director and managers
• Ensure compliance with Polish labour law and CRH policies
• Collaborate with HR Centre of Excellence, payroll and shared services to standardise practices across the group

Skills

Coaching

Influencing

Communication

Polish language

English language

Education

Degree in HR, Psychology, Law, Management

Postgraduate HR qualification (advantage)

Job description

Req ID: 530271

Job Type: Full Time

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Seniority Level: Mid-Senior Level

CRH is the leading global diversified building materials business in the world, employing more than 70,000 people at 3,100 locations worldwide. We manufacture and supply a diverse range of superior building materials and products, used extensively in the built environment, infrastructure, housing and commercial construction projects of all sizes across the world. Each day, millions of people come into contact with our materials and products, helping fulfil the basic human need for shelter and the infrastructure required for societies to thrive.

CRH Eastern Europe is a strategic division within the company encompassing operations across Poland, Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Romania, Ukraine, Serbia and Croatia. The region plays a crucial role in CRH’s global growth strategy and supports some of the most important infrastructure and construction projects across Central and Eastern Europe.

Poland is one of CRH’s key markets in the region, with a long-standing presence in the country and a diversified portfolio spanning cement, aggregates, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, building products and road solutions. Through its businesses, CRH contributes to the delivery of major infrastructure investments as well as residential, commercial and industrial construction projects across Poland.

The role

We are looking for an experienced HR Business Partner to join Cement Ożarów, one of Poland’s leading cement manufacturers, and work closely with the Plant HR Director. In this role, you will act as a trusted partner to business leaders, supporting organisational growth, talent development, employee relations, and key HR initiatives.

Your Responsibilities

• Work with the Plant HR Director to deliver the site's HR priorities and initiatives
• Act as the main HR contact for the managers of your assigned departments. Advise them on workforce needs, team structures and day-to-day people matters
• Handle employee relations in practice, including cooperation with trade unions and employee representatives where applicable
• Coach and support managers and supervisors on people management, performance, absence and conflict resolution
• Support engagement, retention and a strong safety and performance culture on the shop floor and in support functions
• Own recruitment and onboarding for blue-collar
• Run the performance management, talent review, succession planning and training and development processes at site level
• Use HR data (e.g. absence, turnover, overtime) to identify trends and give the HR Director and managers well-founded recommendations
• Ensure compliance with Polish labour law and group policies
• Work with the HR Centre of Excellence, payroll and shared services to deliver consistent HR practices across the group

What We Are Looking For

• At least 5 years of HR experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment (building materials, heavy industry, metals, glass, chemicals or similar)
• Proven experience as an HR Business Partner, HR Manager or senior HR Generalist supporting operations
• Solid knowledge of Polish labour law and experience in employee relations, including working with trade unions
• Experience of working in shift-based, safety-critical operations
• Strong coaching, influencing and communication skills, with credibility at all levels from shop floor to senior management
• A hands‑on, pragmatic approach and the confidence to be visible on site
• Fluent Polish and a good command of English (written and spoken)
• Degree in HR, Psychology, Law, Management or a related field (a postgraduate HR qualification is an advantage)

What CRH Offers You

• Visible, impactful role in a stable, international group with a strong safety culture
• Close collaboration with an experienced HR Director and the opportunity to grow within the CRH network
• Competitive salary and an annual bonus
• Relocation support for candidates moving to the region
• A benefits package, including private medical care with Lux Med or Medicover, insurance and access to psychological support through the EAP24 platform
• Training, development and career opportunities within the global CRH network

Location and relocation

The site is around 90 km from Kielce and is accessible by car. We know the role is based outside a major city, so we are happy to discuss relocation support for the right candidate.

CRH finds it important that vacancies are shared to individuals that may find them interesting and/or could be suitable for the role

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Benefits/perks listed above may vary depending on the nature of the employment with CRH and the country where you work.