Location: Amsterdam / Hybrid
Team: Human Resources
Type: Full-time
At Hitachi Construction Machinery Europe (HCME), we design and manufacture one of the world’s most extensive ranges of hydraulic excavators—from compact one-tonne units to colossal 780-tonne mining machines. Our portfolio also includes wheel loaders, rigid dump trucks, and highly specialized equipment for unique applications.
But at HCME, we believe we build more than machines.
We build the future of construction.
As part of the global Hitachi family, we are driven by innovation, environmental responsibility, and a deep commitment to customer trust and satisfaction. Our Amsterdam headquarters is home to a diverse, forward-thinking team developing next-generation technologies and support services that empower customers across Europe and beyond.
Honesty & Sincerity – The foundation of every interaction.
Environmental Respect – Protecting the world we help shape.
Social Responsibility – Valuing people, culture, and community.
Reliable Leadership – Agreed is agreed. We stand behind our commitments.
As an HR Advisor with a strong focus on illness management and employer branding, you play a key role in strengthening both our people strategy and employee experience.
You ensure professional and compliant case management of illness and absenteeism, while actively contributing to a strong employer brand and a healthy, engaged workforce. Your goal: reduce absenteeism, increase sustainable employability, and position HCME as an employer of choice.
Act as the central point of contact for all illness and absenteeism cases
Manage cases from day 1 through reintegration or long-term trajectories
Ensure full compliance with the Wet verbetering poortwachter
Coordinate with employees, managers, Arbo services, and company doctors
Maintain accurate and compliant case administration
Advise managers on absenteeism, reintegration, and legal responsibilities
Act as a sparring partner in complex or sensitive cases
Strengthen leadership capability through training and guidance on attendance and wellbeing
Lead and further develop the organizational Illness Reduction Program
Analyze absenteeism data, identify trends, and translate insights into action
Initiate and implement prevention strategies and wellbeing initiatives
Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Operations, and HSE
Contribute to strengthening HCME’s employer brand internally and externally
Support initiatives that improve employee engagement, wellbeing, and retention
Help shape a positive employee journey, from onboarding to sustainable employability
Act as ambassador for a healthy, inclusive, and high-performance culture
Monitor and proactively address frequent absence patterns
Support managers in conducting effective absence conversations
Ensure compliance with policies, privacy regulations, and documentation standards
Provide insights and reporting to support decision-making
Maintain dashboards and provide actionable HR insights
Support audits and ensure data confidentiality
Continuously improve processes and policies related to absenteeism and wellbeing
3+ years of experience in a similar HR advisory role, preferably with a focus on absenteeism
Strong knowledge of Dutch labour law and absenteeism regulations
Experience with data-driven HR and continuous improvement
A proactive, hands-on mindset combined with strong stakeholder management skills
Fluency in Dutch and English
A competitive annual gross salary between €52,000 and €77,000 (including holiday allowance & guaranteed bonus based on experience)
27 vacation days + 13 ADV days
Metalektro CLA
Excellent pension scheme with high employer contribution
Hybrid working and flexible hours
€1,500 home office setup budget
Collective accident insurance
International learning & development opportunities
Career growth within a global organization
We’d love to hear from you. Click Apply Now and take the next step in your HR career.
At HCME, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace—everyone is welcome.
