Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of.
We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent – want to join the ride?
At Wärtsilä, we don’t just adapt to change — we lead it. Are you ready to play a key role in shaping our people agenda at local and global level?
The role
We are looking for a Senior HR Manager to support our operations across Schiedam, Kruiningen and Harlingen.
In this role, you act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, translating business strategy into impactful people strategies. You will lead and support organisational transformation, strengthen leadership capability and ensure that HR practices drive business performance and engagement.
Operating within a complex global matrix organisation, you work closely with the business, Local HR Operations, and global HR centres of expertise.
You report to the Head of HR The Netherlands.
Your impact
As Senior HR Manager, you will:
- Act as a strategic sparring partner to senior leaders and management teams
- Translate business priorities into people strategies, workforce planning and talent decisions
- Lead and support organisational transformations, including restructuring, change management and cultural development
- Advise on complex employee relations cases and ensure compliance with Dutch labor law and regulations
- Drive leadership effectiveness and team performance, coaching managers where needed
- Collaborate with HR COEs (e.g. Talent Acquisition, People Services, People Support Hub) to ensure aligned and high-quality HR delivery
- Champion employee engagement, inclusion and wellbeing, strengthening Wärtsilä’s culture
- Ensure effective local implementation of global HR policies and processes
- Identify opportunities to continuously improve HR impact and business value
What you bring
You are a confident and credible HR professional who combines strategic insight with pragmatic execution.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources or a related field
- Minimum 8–10 years of relevant HR experience, including strategic business partnering
- Strong knowledge of Dutch labor law, employee relations, organisational change and Project Management
- Proven experience in a multinational, matrix organisation
- Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence at senior level
- Experience with change management and organisational development
- Fluent in Dutch and English
- Experience with CAO Metalektro is a strong advantage
- Familiarity with SuccessFactors or similar HR systems
Why Wärtsilä
At Wärtsilä, you will have the opportunity to:
- Shape the people agenda in a dynamic and international environment
- Work on meaningful transformation topics linked to sustainability and innovation
- Be part of a collaborative global HR community
- Grow professionally through continuous development opportunities
We value diversity and inclusivity — you are encouraged to bring your full self to work.
Contact & next steps
We hope to hear from you soon, by submitting your application through our careers portal. We aim to keep you updated on the process throughout.
Last application date: 15/06/2026
At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.
Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.
