Sr HR Business Partner

As the global leader in Geo-data and technology, Fugro is poised for even greater growth. From Energy to Infrastructure and Coastal Resiliency, sustainability is at the core of what we do, and our purpose of together creating a safe and liveable world translates into every action we take. If you are a passionate about the role that HR plays in enabling the business, and our purpose speaks to you, we invite you to apply.

We have been on a successful journey to transform our Human Resources function across the region, grounded on proactive partnership, deep expertise, and strategic advisory across the organization. As part of our evolution, we are looking for a driven Sr. HR Business Partner to work alongside a talented team to support our Marine business in North America, as well as our Strategic Sales and Marketing organization, to enable our ambitious growth plans by focusing on our most important asset, our people.

Reporting to the Head of Human Resources for the Americas, this role will also act as team lead and mentor for other HR Partners in North America supporting the Marine business and work in close partnership with other Sr. HR professionals and COEs to advance our strategic HR agenda.

What makes this a unique opportunity?

• Be part of an organization with an inspiring purpose and a culture that truly values its people
• Mentor, inspire, and partner with a dynamic, highly engaged team of HR professionals
• Make a lasting impact by crafting an HR strategy that highlights the value of the HR function and exemplifies true business partnership
• Enhance your skills and grow through transformational experiences, mentoring, regional and global exposure

What are we looking for?

• Proven success in driving HR strategy by proactively partnering with diverse business units and functions
• Strategic thinker with a sharp focus on delivering value, driving improvement, and embracing change
• Trusted advisor to leadership, with the courage to challenge the status quo and inspire innovation
• Expert in designing and implementing organizational effectiveness programs that drive results

Fugro will not provide work authorization and/or sponsorship for this opportunity.

The Senior HR Business Partner plays a critical role in supporting key and rapidly growing business units by delivering strategic HR guidance aligned with organizational goals. In close collaboration with regional Centers of Excellence, this role will lead initiatives that drive employee engagement, talent development, and organizational effectiveness. By fostering strong partnerships with leadership, the Sr. HRBP will help position Fugro as an employer of choice, ensuring that HR strategies support both immediate needs and long-term growth.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead by example and place Quality, Health & Safety, Security, and the protection of the Environment as core values while never intentionally placing employees, our processes, customers, or the communities in which we live and work at risk.
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, both in the business and HR, maintaining a focus on strategic guidance, process improvement and maintaining the highest degree of integrity.
• Directly support dedicated stakeholders within the assigned business and/or functions, in strategic people matters, change management and organizational effectiveness needs.
• Provides consultative guidance and coaching to managers and employees on human resources-related matters, ensuring alignment with Fugro policies, goals, and objectives.
• Develop a thorough knowledge and understanding of supported organization, including their culture, needs, strength, and development opportunities, keeping employee experience top of mind.
• Conduct evaluation on state of people in key business lines, identifying strengths and improvement opportunities that enhance HR offerings and processes, as well as the candidate and employee experience.
• Works alongside management and business leaders to ensure efficiency in organizational design, supports the talent planning process, succession planning, coaching, talent strategy, and talent development.
• Maintains comprehensive knowledge of best practices and legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the Legal department as needed.
• Leads design, implementation, communication, and delivery of the company's HR initiatives across select internal business and functional group(s).
• Partner with Talent Acquisition and internal organization stakeholders to proactively identify workforce needs and talent strategy, and ensure F