Employee Relations Specialist

Orica Sweden AB; Nora kommun; On-site; SEK 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Orica Sweden AB is seeking a hands-on People & Capability Specialist – Employee & Workplace Relations to support operations across the Nordic region. You will partner with leaders, employees and unions to advise on a broad range of employee relations matters and ensure fair, compliant practices.

In this role, you will work with Sweden, Norway and Finland leaders to manage investigations, performance conversations and organisational changes, aligning with regional and global teams for impactful

Qualifications

• Experience working within HR, employee relations and workplace relations or a similar people-focused role in a unionised environment.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and legislation, collective agreements and HR best practice.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to influence, challenge and coach leaders through complex people matters.
• Excellent communication skills in Swedish and English; Norwegian and/or Finnish language would be meritorious.
• Experience with SAP HR systems is welcome but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders across the Nordics on employee and workplace relations matters.
• Support managers through performance, talent, development, and organisational change initiatives.
• Provide expert guidance on employee relations matters, workplace investigations, and employment obligations.
• Foster strong relationships with unions and employee representatives, supporting consultation and engagement.
• Drive HR policy implementation and continuous improvement across the region.
• Collaborate with regional and global teams to deliver impactful people solutions and annual people programs.

Skills

HR experience

Union relations

Employment law

Leadership

Multilingual

SAP HR

Education

HR or related discipline

Tools

SAP HR

Job description

People & Capability Specialist – Employee & Workplace Relations (Nordics)

Make a lasting impact on people, culture and performance across the Nordic region

Are you an HR professional that thrives in the world of employee relations, workplace dynamics, union engagement and finding practical solutions to complex people challenges?

If you enjoy navigating workplace matters, building strong relationships with unions and leaders, and helping create fair, productive and inclusive workplaces, we'd love to hear from you.

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures. Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse team of more than 13,000 across the world.

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

About the role

We are now looking for an experienced People & Capability Specialist – Employee & Workplace Relations to support our operations across the Nordic region. This is a hands‑on, operational role where you'll partner closely with leaders, employees, unions and key stakeholders to provide trusted advice and guidance on a broad range of employee and workplace relations matters.

As a key member of the People & Capability team, you will partner with leaders across Sweden, Norway and Finland to ensure people matters are managed fairly, consistently and in accordance with legislative and organisational requirements.

You will act as a trusted advisor on employee relations issues, workplace investigations, performance management, organisational change and union consultations while collaborating closely with regional and global People & Capability teams.

You'll be actively involved in workplace conversations, coaching leaders, working through complex cases and supporting business outcomes through strong people practices.

You're an experienced Employee & Workplace Relations professional who thrives on solving complex people challenges. You bring sound judgement, a collaborative approach, and the confidence to navigate sensitive workplace matters with fairness and professionalism.

You have experience working in unionised environments and are comfortable partnering with unions, employee representatives and business leaders to find practical, balanced outcomes. You understand the importance of building trust, creating strong stakeholder relationships and ensuring people matters are handled consistently and effectively.

Whether you're supporting a workplace investigation, guiding a consultation process or coaching a leader through a difficult conversation, you're able to remain pragmatic, solution-focused and calm under pressure.

Most importantly, you're someone who enjoys being close to the business and prefers a practical, operational role where you can make a visible impact.

What you will be doing

• Partner with leaders across the Nordics on employee and workplace relations matters;
• Support managers through performance, talent, development, and organisational change initiatives;
• Provide expert guidance on employee relations matters, workplace investigations, and employment obligations;
• Foster strong relationships with unions and employee representatives, supporting consultation and engagement;
• Drive HR policy implementation and continuous improvement across the region;
• Collaborate with regional and global teams to deliver impactful people solutions and annual people programs.
• A qualification in Human Resources, Business or a related discipline
• Experience working within HR, employee relations and workplace relations or a similar people-focused role in a unionised environment
• Strong knowledge of employment law and legislation, collective agreements and HR best practice
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
• The ability to influence, challenge and coach leaders through complex people matters
• Excellent communication skills in Swedish and English, Norwegian and/or Finnish language would be meritorious
• Experience with SAP HR systems is welcome but not essential

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.

Employment type: Regular employment, full time

Start date: According to agreement