Career Area:
Human Resources
Compensation Grade:
24
Job Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.
Job Title: Human Resources Manager - Larne Headquarters
Salary: £57,994 - £86,916 per annum
Location: Larne
Benefits:
Up to 18% bonus
Car allowance - £500pcm
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Contributory pension scheme - Caterpillar will double the employee's contribution up to 6%
Contributory share scheme - Caterpillar will match 50% of the employee's contribution.
Optional flexible benefits including access to health and dental care plans, EV car lease, holiday purchase.
This position requires 100% on site presence with a half day on a Friday.
About EPD
Caterpillar's Electric Power Division (EPD) offers integrated solutions, parts, and services to meet the needs of our various commercial and industrial electric power customers. EPD supports a wide range of customer applications across the globe, including providing back-up power to hospitals, providing emergency power when natural disasters strike, and supporting critical infrastructure for data centres, municipalities, and more.
With a rich history of more than 95 years in the electric power business, our team has world-class expertise and a proven ability to adapt to changing demands. We’re committed to providing sustainable and reliable solutions to our customers.
We are looking for top talent to build and scale the next generation of technologies, products and services to help our customers build a better—more sustainable—world. We need self-motivated, intelligent and team-oriented individuals to make our plans a reality. Individuals with high emotional intelligence, humility and openness to discovery will thrive in the teams we are building. Join our team to help build a better, more sustainable world for future generations!
The Opportunity
As the HR Manager, you will be a key driver of our people strategy, shaping and delivering HR initiatives that directly support our business goals. You will act as a trusted advisor to leaders, champion best‑in‑class HR policies and practices, and play a pivotal role in creating an engaging, high‑performance culture where people can thrive and develop.
Leading an experienced team of HR Partners and Generalists, you’ll collaborate closely with senior leadership to build, embed and continuously evolve a strong, consistent HR function at our Larne manufacturing site. This is a high‑visibility role where you’ll have real influence, helping to modernise and shape the future of both our people and our business.
What you will do
Collaborate with management as a strategic advisor helping identify and prioritize HR initiatives that align with the organization's strategic goals and objectives.
Align HR policies and programs for their business unit or region which promote employee engagement, retention, and performance.
Act as a trusted coach providing guidance to leaders and managers on HR-related matters, including performance management, compensation, and benefits, etc.
Analyze HR metrics and data to identify trends and opportunities and develop a story to provide data-driven recommendations to senior management.
Lead a team of HR professionals to collaborate effectively with other Centers of Excellence and serve as thought leaders to the business and HR.
What you have (basic qualifications)
Leadership:
Demonstrable ability to lead and develop HR strategies that engage others in setting, embracing and achieving organisational objectives.
Ability to apply multiple leadership styles to meet evolving team needs and support employee development.
Proven capability to use positive reinforcement and coaching techniques to motivate employees, drive desired behaviors, and enhance team productivity.
Ability to apply performance management feedback and principles to help develop team capability.
Business Acumen:
Designs the organisation's planning processes and decision-making channels.
Demonstrates a big picture understanding of the business, its interrelationships, and priorities.
Demonstrates a strong foundation of business fundamentals, measurement, and business finance.
Decision Making and Critical Thinking:
Proven capability to recognise, clarify, and prioritise concerns while assessing risks, benefits, and alternative solutions.
Ability to identify, gather and organise relevant data, ideas, and information to inform decisions.
Experience documenting key inputs—including data, stakeholders, processes, and considerations—to support transparent and consistent decision-making.
Influencing:
Demonstrated ability to impact decisions within and outside the organisation.
Ability to use active listening and probing techniques to uncover opportunities to influence outcomes.
Proven capability to identify key decision makers and tailor communication to how they best receive information.
Experience presenting ideas and recommendations in persuasive terms that support organisational goals.
Employee Relations:
Knowledge of employee rights and obligations, with the ability to adhere to legal requirements when handling employee negotiations.
Ability to consult managers and guide them on effective employee relations practices, strategies, and issue-resolution approaches.
Experience monitoring employee relations benchmarks such as satisfaction, retention, and turnover to identify trends and areas for improvement.
Knowledge of union practices and principles.
Talent Management:
Demonstrated knowledge of how an organisation attracts, recruits, retains, identifies, and develops talent to meet short and long-term business goals.
Ability to coordinate reward and recognition programs designed to retain high-performing and high-potential employees.
Experience assessing organisational competencies, analysing talent development needs, and maintaining visibility to high-potential employees.
What will put you ahead (preferred qualifications)
Demonstrated knowledge of issues, opportunities, and challenges for conducting business in the international marketplace; ability to apply global perspectives appropriately in a wide range of situations.
What You Will Get
Beyond the rewards, you’ll take on a high‑visibility leadership role where you can shape the people strategy at a key manufacturing site, act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, and directly influence business performance and culture. You’ll lead and develop an experienced HR team while working on meaningful, global-impact projects that support critical infrastructure and sustainability. You will enjoy both career growth within a world-leading organisation and a strong work-life balance in a culture that values collaboration, innovation and continuous development.
About Caterpillar
Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
NB. The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.
Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting. #LI
This position requires working onsite five days a week.
Posting Dates:
July 1, 2026 - July 14, 2026
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.
Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.
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