HEAD OF INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS

We are looking for talented people like you to join us! With your skills and passion, we have the necessary tools to realize our vision and engagement to sustainable development. This is our absolute priority! We consider the fight against climate change to be essential, and we are determined to lead our industry towards carbon neutrality.

At Heidelberg Materials, we are guided by core values such as authenticity, curiosity, commitment and collaboration. We believe in diversity, both in terms of people and ideas. We actively work to create an environment where everyone can flourish and contribute to our collective success. Join us on an exciting journey of growth and shaping the future of our organization! We prioritize your development while fostering a healthy work-life balance.

Are you a proactive & excellent communicator with proficient analytical skills?

Heidelberg Materials Belgium is currently seeking a 

HEAD OF INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS

to join the team at our headquarters located in Braine-l’Alleud.

Your tasks & responsibilities:

• The Head of Industrial Relations is responsible for leading and managing positive employee & unions relations within the organization. You will play a crucial role in the social dialogue by handling labor disputes and ensuring compliance with labor laws and regulations.
• You define, implement and maintain a centralized and coordinated industrial relations strategy, in line with the business needs and the HR roadmap.
• You manage relationships with unions, and you ensure that the company's treatment of employees is consistent with its core business values and objectives.
• You handle complaints, managing grievance procedures, and facilitating counseling in conjunction with other stakeholders.
• You oversee all collective labor agreements, from negotiation till registration.
• You enhance implementation of the CLA’s through structured and transparent communication with payroll and the other HR departments.
• You investigate and resolve complex or critical industrial relations issues in a timely and effective manner.
• You represent the company in sector associations, and you actively defend its priorities and interests.
• You assure compliance with labor laws and regulations.
• You offer support to the business and to the HRBP in social / labor law matters.
• You oversee the legal updates and validation of all formal documents (work regulations, labor contract, etc.)

Your profile:

• You have prior experience in employee relations or industrial relations.
• You have strong experience in dealing with unions.
• You possess a strong knowledge of HR policies & procedures.
• You have in-depth knowledge of Belgian employment legislation.
• You have persuasive communication, problem-solving, negotiation & influencing skills.
• You are bilingual French/Dutch, and you have a good knowledge of English.

Our offer:

• You enjoy an attractive remuneration package, supplemented with a series of fringe benefits such as a pension savings plan, hospitalization insurance, meal vouchers, cafeteria plan (only CRG), etc.
• You are part of an economically healthy and commercially strong company, a leading global player.
• You work in an inspiring and challenging environment with room for initiative and growth.
• We work together to achieve an optimal balance between work and private life (12 ADV days, flexible working hours and teleworking if possible).
• We will provide you with excellent support, helping you to reach your full potential through training programs and talent development plans.

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest integrated manufacturers of construction materials & solutions. With leading market positions in cement, aggregates and concrete, we are represented by +2.200 employees on 80 locations in Belgium and the Netherlands.

Ready to embark on this adventure with us?

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