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HSP US: Building the Future of Energy
At HSP US, we’re looking for motivated, goal-oriented professionals who want to grow their careers while contributing to high-impact work in the energy sector. If you’re energized by technical problem-solving, customer collaboration, and creating tailored engineering solutions, this role is for you. As a fast-growing operation, we are building state-of-the-art production capabilities, cutting-edge processes, and a high-performance culture centered around quality, safety, and innovation. Joining our team means being part of a once-in-a-generation start-up environment where you help lay the foundation for operational excellence for years to come.
The team you will Join!
Following the successful opening of our production facility in Charlotte, North Carolina, we are seeking a dynamic and strategic HR Business Partner to join our team. This role is critical to advancing our HR strategy, supporting a growing workforce, and building a strong, inclusive culture that enables long-term operational success.
As the HR Business Partner, you will be an integral member of the leadership team and part of our global HR community. Reporting to the HR Director in Canada and the SVP HSP USA, you will play a key role in shaping the future of our organization in the United States by supporting business strategies and providing an attractive and engaging environment for our people.
What We Are Looking For!
We offer numerous benefits for our employees.
Innovation in Action
Work with cutting edge technology and state of the art equipment in a culture obsessed with doing things better every day.
Growth Opportunity
Build, shape, and elevate a fast growing operation—your impact starts on day one.
Competitive Pay & Benefits
Earn strong pay, bonus potential, full health coverage, and meaningful PTO including diversity days to celebrate what matters to you.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. HSP US provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected status. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our team and drive better outcomes.
For our innovative work, we need many different perspectives – and therefore many different people from different backgrounds.
Nils von Dietman Managing Director (HSP US)
HSP US: Building the Future of Energy
At HSP US, we’re looking for motivated, goal-oriented professionals who want to grow their careers while contributing to high-impact work in the energy sector. If you’re energized by technical problem-solving, customer collaboration, and creating tailored engineering solutions, this role is for you. As a fast-growing operation, we are building state-of-the-art production capabilities, cutting-edge processes, and a high-performance culture centered around quality, safety, and innovation. Joining our team means being part of a once-in-a-generation start-up environment where you help lay the foundation for operational excellence for years to come.
The team you will Join!
Following the successful opening of our production facility in Charlotte, North Carolina, we are seeking a dynamic and strategic HR Business Partner to join our team. This role is critical to advancing our HR strategy, supporting a growing workforce, and building a strong, inclusive culture that enables long-term operational success.
As the HR Business Partner, you will be an integral member of the leadership team and part of our global HR community. Reporting to the HR Director in Canada and the SVP HSP USA, you will play a key role in shaping the future of our organization in the United States by supporting business strategies and providing an attractive and engaging environment for our people.
What We Are Looking For!
- Strategic Workforce Planning: Define the overall workforce strategy in alignment with the company's goals. Collaborate with executive leadership to identify key roles and talent needs.
- Regulatory and Compliance Framework: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws. Develop policies and procedures to meet safety and regulatory standards.
- Talent Acquisition Strategy: Develop and implement a comprehensive recruitment plan. Partner with our Talent Acquisition Manager and leverage networks to attract top talent.
- Onboarding and Integration: Design and execute a seamless onboarding experience. Foster a culture that aligns with Trench Group’s values and mission from day one.
- Training and Development Infrastructure: Establish training programs for skill development and leadership. Implement continuous learning opportunities to enhance workforce capabilities.
- Compensation and Benefits Design: Develop competitive compensation structures and benefits packages. Ensure alignment with industry standards and company policies.
- Talent Management and Succession Planning: Develop and maintain a robust talent pipeline. Implement succession planning to ensure leadership continuity.
- Continuous Performance Improvement: Establish performance management systems to track and enhance productivity. Regularly review and update performance metrics and goals.
- Employee Engagement and Retention: Develop initiatives to boost employee engagement and morale. Implement retention strategies to minimize turnover.
- HR Systems and Technology: Maintain and optimize HR information systems (HRIS) for efficiency. Leverage data analytics to inform strategic HR decisions.
- Ongoing Compliance and Safety: Continuously monitor compliance with labor laws and safety regulations. Update safety protocols and conduct regular training sessions.
- Stakeholder and Community Relations: Foster strong relationships with local communities and stakeholders. Engage in community outreach and corporate social responsibility initiatives.
- Leadership and Cultural Development: Promote a leadership culture that aligns with the company's strategic objectives. Foster an inclusive and diverse workplace culture.
- Monitoring and Reporting: Regularly report on HR metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to senior management. Conduct periodic reviews to assess the effectiveness of HR strategies and initiatives.
- Multinational Focus: Translate and implement global HR strategies, policies, and programs to meet local business, workforce, and regulatory requirements while maintaining alignment with multinational organizational objectives.
- Immigration & Global Mobility: Administer immigration and work authorization programs across jurisdictions, partnering with outside counsel and business leaders to sponsor, extend, and transfer employee visa statuses in compliance with country-specific requirements while supporting workforce planning and international assignment needs.
- Educational Background: Bachelor’s or/and Master´s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field is required. PHR or SHRM-CP certifications are an asset.
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of progressive HR leadership experience, including demonstrated experience working within a multinational organization and partnering with geographically diverse teams and stakeholders. Experience supporting a manufacturing environment is preferred, with exposure to plant operations, workforce planning, employee relations, health and safety, and talent management. Experience supporting a start-up, greenfield, or rapidly growing operation is considered a strong asset.
- Knowledge: Federal, state, and local labor and employment laws and regulations such as Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Worker’s Compensation, etc. Understanding of HR processes and best practices within a manufacturing environment.
- Skills & Competencies: Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities, dynamic leadership and strategic vision, sharp analytical and problem-solving prowess, exceptional organizational and time management skills, and adept negotiation and mediation talents are essential for this position. Extensive project management skills will help you to thrive in this position.
We offer numerous benefits for our employees.
Innovation in Action
Work with cutting edge technology and state of the art equipment in a culture obsessed with doing things better every day.
Growth Opportunity
Build, shape, and elevate a fast growing operation—your impact starts on day one.
Competitive Pay & Benefits
Earn strong pay, bonus potential, full health coverage, and meaningful PTO including diversity days to celebrate what matters to you.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. HSP US provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected status. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our team and drive better outcomes.
For our innovative work, we need many different perspectives – and therefore many different people from different backgrounds.
Nils von Dietman Managing Director (HSP US)