HR manager

International Manufacturing Company | Strategic & Operational | Full-time

Are you an experienced HR professional who thrives in a dynamic, international manufacturing environment? Solmax – a global leader in sustainable solutions for civil and environmental infrastructure – is looking for an HR Manager for its Hengelo site.

Your role

As a fulltime HR Manager, you are responsible for the full HR policy at the location. You will work closely with the local management team (Plant Manager and Controller) as well as the international HR team within EMEA. (Strong English communication skills are essential.) You combine strategic insight with hands-on execution and contribute to a positive, safe, and future-oriented work environment.

Your responsibilities include:

• Developing and implementing HR strategies aligned with business objectives
• Recruitment & selection, performance management, learning & development, absence management, and compensation & benefits
• Managing relationships with the Works Council and trade unions
• Leading an HR colleague (responsible for personnel administration & payroll)
• Actively contributing to international HR projects and harmonization initiatives
• Promoting employee engagement and satisfaction
• Ensuring compliance with legislation and internal guidelines
• Preparing HR reports and analyses

Solmax operates in more than 60 countries and has its headquarters in Québec, Canada. In the Netherlands, the Hengelo (OV)site  (nearby Enschede, Haaksbergen and Almelo) is an important production location, with a strong focus on innovation and quality.

Many people still know Solmax as the former TenCate Geosynthetics. Today, it is a global leader in sustainable solutions for civil engineering and environmental projects. The company develops and manufactures geosynthetic materials used for reinforcing, separating, filtering, and protecting infrastructure.

Olympia is responsible for the recruitment and selection process. You will be hired directly by our client, with whom we have enjoyed a successful partnership for over six years.

Application process: We start with a meaningful conversation with you, which can take place at Solmax’s location or at one of our offices in Almelo, Hengelo, or Lichtenvoorde. After this, we will introduce you to Solmax, where the first interview will take place.

In this role, you will have the exciting challenge of shaping the HR department to your vision. You quickly understand how things work and how your expertise can help optimize processes! For this, the following is highly valued:

• Strong communication skills in both Dutch and English
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in HRM, Business Administration, or a related field
• At least 10 years of experience in a broad HR role, preferably within a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of Dutch labor legislation and experience with employee representation
• A proactive, independent, and solution-oriented mindset

This is an opportunity to deepen and expand your experience, create synergy between departments, get to know your colleagues, and optimize processes!

• A versatile role with plenty of room for your own ideas
• Work in an international organization with a strong local team spirit
• Competitive salary
• Training and development opportunities
• Life insurance
• Pension plan
• Hybrid working possible, with a permanent workplace in Hengelo
• Flexible working hours, full-time or part-time
• Workdays from Monday to Friday

I am looking forward to have a meaningful conversation with you! Apply now!

If you have any questions, feel free to call us and ask for me, Anniek.

Looking forward to speaking with you soon!