HR Manager

Be part of something bigger! As the world and the way people live is changing, we at Bekaert believe it’s our responsibility to contribute to finding new solutions for the future. With a 140+ year old heritage of excellence, innovation, and a future-focused mindset, we strive to create value for our customers and society. We aim to do this through innovative solutions and sustainable practices. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of steel wire transformation and coatings whilst also leveraging our expertise to develop innovative solutions with new materials and services in a safe, smart, and sustainable way. Our focus extends to markets such as new mobility, low-carbon construction, and green energy.

As a dynamic and growing company with over 19 000 employees worldwide, 75 nationalities, a retention rate above 90% and € 3,7 billion in combined revenue in 2025, we are looking for someone like you to join our team as we continue to shape a safer, more efficient, and connected world!

Purpose and Mission As HR Operations Specialist, you will play a key role in ensuring smooth, compliant and people‑focused HR operations at site level. You will support employees and managers across the full employee lifecycle while contributing to a positive and stable industrial relations environment.

Key Activities and Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of local HR initiatives, processes and systems aligned with HR strategy.
• Act as a trusted first point of contact for employees and managers, providing guidance on HR policies, procedures and best practices.
• Actively support the recruitment process, including drafting and maintaining job descriptions.Design and deliver effective onboarding experiences, ensuring new hires integrate quickly and successfully.
• Assist managers in performance management processes, including goal setting, reviews and follow‑up actions.Support the handling of disciplinary and grievance cases in line with company policy and local legislation.
• Ensure accurate maintenance of employee records, fully compliant with internal policies and legal requirements.
• Review employment terms and working conditions to ensure ongoing legal and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain and support constructive relationships with trade unions, contributing to sustainable social peace at site level.

Skills

• Business‑oriented mindset, with initial exposure or experience in an HR partnering role within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Solid understanding of core HR disciplines, including pay & benefits, recruitment, learning & development and employee relations.
• Good knowledge of labour law, employment regulations and disciplinary procedures.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office tools.
• Well‑developed organisational and time‑management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Clear, confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills at all levels of the organisation.
• Practical problem‑solver, able to exercise sound judgment and decision‑making.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality and reliability.

Previous Experience

• Proven experience in an HR Officer, HR Administrator or similar HR role, ideally within an industrial environment.

Qualifications And Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field - Master’s degree or HR certification preferred.

Be bold and take the leap! We're looking for individuals who are not afraid to take risks and explore new ideas. If you are passionate about personal growth and bringing your authentic self to work, we want you on our team!

At Bekaert, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

To learn more about us and our exciting career opportunities, visit Bekaert Careers