Human Resources and Facilities Management Leader
5 days ago
Orbex Copenhagen, Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark
You will have a key role in Orbex, overseeing the business services functions in our Danish office. Reporting directly to the Chief People Officer, you will be the HR and Facilities Leader for Denmark, overseeing a small team. You will also provide on-site support and guidance for other business services personnel based in Denmark including IT.
Orbex
Orbex is a leading micro-launch company with our Prime and Proxima launch vehicles being prepared to launch from Scotland. We are well placed to be one of the first operational micro-launch companies in Europe with over €158m/£133m of project financing secured, a number of customers signed up, launch licence application submitted, and backing from organisations including UKSA and ESA.
We are a rapidly growing company with staff located between our production and test facilities in Forres, Scotland and Copenhagen, Denmark. Working on cutting edge advances in rocket fuel technology, Prime's carbon footprint is up to 96% lower than comparable vehicles, leading to innovations in propulsion and tank structures. A state-of-the-art re-flight system means we can recover and reuse our technology, and innovations in separation mechanisms mean we leave no debris on orbit.
Having developed in-house production capability, we can 3D print complex engines, produce full-scale carbon composite fuel tanks, and have avionics and software testing labs in both Scotland and Denmark.
Based in Copenhagen, you will be right in the heart of this fast-paced cutting-edge company, using your skills to build a new launch vehicle for a buoyant commercial market.
Orbex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is working towards a more diverse workforce in the aerospace industry.
The Position Human Resources- Provide leadership for all people issues in Denmark, working directly with all leaders (up to and including the senior leadership team) you will be a trusted advisor and coach for the local leadership team.
- You will also be the first point of contact for all Danish staff on a wide range of topics including any employee relations issues, payroll and immigration.
- Development of HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance with Danish employment law, regulations, and best practices.
- Providing advice and guidance to managers and employees across the employment life cycle, ensuring fair and consistent application of company policies and procedures.
- Supporting new employees during the onboarding process and holding induction sessions to ensure successful integration.
- Preparing payroll input and overseeing holiday reporting for Denmark.
- Manage the visa and immigration process (including business visitors, secondments and new hires).
- Advising managers on performance management processes, including goal-setting, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions.
- Working with managers to address employee concerns, investigate, and resolve any employee relations issues that may arise.
- Participating in company-wide HR initiatives and contributing to continuous improvement efforts.
- Inputting, managing, and analyzing people-related data in line with general data protection regulations and working time regulations.
- Keeping up to date with Danish employment legislation and best practices and advising on potential impacts and recommended action.
- Overseeing a small team of office support personnel – including cleaning staff.
- Negotiating contracts with service providers.
- Inspecting facilities to meet safety regulations.
- Coordinating renovations and updates.
- Corresponding with contractors.
- Planning maintenance work.
- Ensuring adequate catering and vending services.
The role will likely develop in line with the ability and ambition of the successful applicant.
Person Specification It Is Essential That You Have- A relevant HR qualification with several years of experience in an HR role.
- Experience of advising at a range of levels with the ability to build strong rapport with people.
- Proven knowledge of HR principles, methods, best practices, and Danish employment law.
- Excellent HRIS and IT skills, and experience of Office 365 – word, excel, PowerPoint.
- The ability to exercise a high level of discretion and confidentiality.
- Strong written, spoken, and visual communication skills.
- Attention to detail and have a structured approach to undertaking work.
- Orbex is a high-paced, startup culture where you will be encouraged to assume responsibility for tasks and see them through.
- It is imperative that you take initiative, communicate openly and can collaborate with technical and non-technical team members.
- You must be able to thrive in an international, diverse and multicultural environment.
Our roles need to be on-site in Denmark due to the nature of the position, export controls and security. This role is based in Copenhagen at Orbex's Danish propulsion engineering and manufacturing site.
Copenhagen is one of Europe's most modern and aesthetically interesting cities. It is regarded as being one of the most livable cities in the world, with a strong reputation for being clean, green and sustainable.
SecurityYou must be a UK or European citizen or from a country that is a signatory to the MTCR convention. You may be required to undergo a UK BPSS check which includes a criminal record check.
Benefits – DK- Competitive salary.
- Annual 1% special holiday allowance.
- Group Life Insurance, Lump Sum.
- 30 days of paid vacation plus public holidays.
- Up to 8 days additional leave per year, for child related sickness (up to age of 12).
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave.
- Cycle to work Scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Orbex are able to sponsor visas for you and your family and provide comprehensive relocation assistance, this includes 1 month of accommodation in the local area paid for by the company, a relocation allowance and full support through the visa application process.
Mid-Senior level
Employment typeFull-time
Job functionHuman Resources
IndustriesAviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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