Bilfinger is a leading international industrial services provider, driving efficiency and sustainability for the process industry. With 31,000+ employees and over €5.4 billion in revenue in 2025, we offer solutions in consulting, engineering, manufacturing, maintenance, turnarounds, and digital applications across key sectors like energy, chemicals, pharma, and oil & gas.
We are your specialist for industrial scaffolding, corrosion protection, and insulation technology. With our highly qualified teams, we accompany the entire life cycle of industrial plants—from planning, engineering, manufacturing, and assembly to maintenance, expansion, and dismantling. We offer sustainable services along the entire industrial value chain.
At Bilfinger, we offer a work environment where you can learn and grow. Join us and be part of a team shaping the future!
The Processes & Systems Subject Matter Expert (SME) drives the implementation, optimisation, and governance of HR processes, systems, and people analytics across the Segment Central Europe.
Acting as the counterpart to Group People, this role ensures that global HR & HSEQ process frameworks and system standards are effectively translated into efficient, scalable, and compliant solutions within the Segment. The SME focuses on operational excellence, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement across the employee lifecycle. The role partners closely with Group People, Segment People leadership, Business Area HR, Shared Services, and IT, delivering impact through coordination, enablement, and stakeholder influence.
Benefits
- Compensation package – This position offers a salary above collective bargaining rates, a company car, and employer contributions to the company pension scheme.
- Work-life balance – We operate on a trust-based working hours model and provide 30 days of annual leave.
- Personal development – In addition to the Bilfinger Academy—which facilitates learning, development, and networking within the company—we also offer professional skills development.
- Corporate benefits – Enjoy discounts when shopping with well-known manufacturers and brands, as well as special rates at gyms.
Key Responsibilities
- Adapt and implement global People process and system frameworks within segment Central Europe
- Ensure alignment with Group standards while addressing segment business, regulatory, and operational needs
- Support governance and standardisation of people processes, data structures, and system usage across countries
- Drive optimisation of end-to-end HR processes (hire-to-retire), focusing on efficiency, scalability, and user experience
- Identify opportunities to streamline processes, increase automation, and improve service delivery in collaboration with Shared Services
- Support deployment and continuous improvement of HR systems (e.g. SAP SuccessFactors and related platforms)
- Partner with Group People and IT to ensure effective system integration, data integrity, and compliance with data protection standards
- Contribute to digital transformation initiatives by translating regional needs into system and process requirements
- Promote consistent adoption and effective use of HR systems and processes across all markets
- Act as the key interface between Group People Process/System owners, Segment HR, and business stakeholders
- Collaborate closely with other SMEs (Recruiting, Learning & Development, Compensation & Benefits) to ensure integrated HR solutions
- Drive People Analytics capabilities within the Segment
- Ensure availability, quality, and consistency of HR data across systems and countries
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Business, HR, Economics, or related field
- Strong experience in HR processes, HR systems (ideally in SAP SuccessFactors), and People Analytics in an international environment
- Good understanding of HR operations, process governance, and digital HR transformation
- Experience working with global frameworks and adapting them to local contexts
- Ability to manage multiple projects and lead cross-functional initiatives
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
- Structured, solution-oriented, and continuous improvement as well as data-driven mindset
- Fluent in English and German is a must
We offer varied and multifaceted roles and look forward to receiving your application exclusively via our career portal. Simply click "Apply now" and upload your CV and certificates. If you have any initial questions, please feel free to contact Ms. Nadine Kästner at +49 1511 478 57 63.
Bilfinger is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or other characteristics protected by law.
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