Career Area:
Human Resources
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 Business Partner (18- Month Fixed Term Contract due to MAT Cover)
Salary: £49,519 - £58,000 per annum
Location: Peterborough, UK
Benefits:
25 days annual leave + 8 Bank Holidays
Up to 10% Bonus
Contributory pension scheme - Caterpillar will double the employee's contribution Up to 10%
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.
About IPSD
Caterpillar’s Industrial Power Systems Division (IPSD) designs, tests and manufactures 0.5 to 18L Cat® and Perkins engines that power over 5000 applications including Marine, Petroleum, Industrial Applications, Electric Generators, and Locomotives. Caterpillar’s company strategy includes sustainability as one of four focus areas and IPSD is engaged and actively preparing green energy solutions for the future.
The Opportunity
As an HR Business Partner at Caterpillar, you will serve as a strategic partner to business leaders, aligning people initiatives with organisational objectives to drive business performance and support Caterpillar's commitment to excellence, innovation, and employee engagement. Working closely with leaders across the organisation, you will provide expert guidance on workforce planning, organisational design, leadership development, employee engagement, and change management.
Acting as a trusted advisor, you will leverage people insights and data-driven recommendations to influence decision-making, build organisational capability, and foster a high-performance culture. The HR Business Partner will play a key role in translating business strategy into effective people solutions while ensuring compliance with employment legislation, company policies, and Caterpillar's values.
What You Will Do
Partner with business leaders to develop and execute people strategies that support organisational goals and drive business performance.
Provide strategic and operational HR guidance on workforce planning, organisational design, succession planning, and talent management.
Act as a trusted advisor to leaders on employee relations matters, ensuring consistent application of company policies and employment legislation.
Coach and develop managers to strengthen leadership capability, employee engagement, and team effectiveness.
Support performance management processes, including goal setting, talent reviews, performance improvement planning, and development discussions.
Use workforce data, HR metrics, and business insights to identify trends, inform decision-making, and recommend solutions.
Lead and support change management initiatives, helping leaders and employees navigate organisational change effectively.
Partner with Talent Acquisition teams to support hiring strategies, workforce requirements, and employer branding initiatives.
Drive employee engagement activities and action plans to create a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture.
Collaborate with Centres of Excellence to deliver key HR programmes, including compensation, benefits, learning and development, and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
Support annual HR cycles such as performance reviews, salary planning, succession planning, and talent assessments.
Ensure compliance with employment law, company policies, and HR governance requirements.
Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, enhance the employee experience, and increase organisational effectiveness.
Build strong relationships across all levels of the organisation to influence outcomes and deliver value-added HR solutions.
What You Will Have
Knowledge of Organization: Knowledge of the organization's vision, structure, culture, philosophy, operating principles, values, and code of ethics; ability to understand the value of aligning capabilities with business goals to support optimal performance = Level Working Knowledge
Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment = Level Working Knowledge
Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors = Level Working Knowledge
Interpersonal Relationships: Knowledge of the techniques and the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner = Level Extensive Experience
Data Gathering and Reporting: Knowledge of tools, techniques and processes for gathering and reporting data; ability to practice them in a particular department or division of a company = Level Working Knowledge
Employee Relations: Knowledge of the rights and obligations in the employee relations; ability to adhere to legal requirements when handling employee negotiations = Level Working Knowledge
HR: Policies, Standards and Procedures: Knowledge of human resource function; ability to uphold the organization's and industry's standards, procedures and policies regarding human resources management = Level Working Knowledge
What We Offer
At Caterpillar, you'll have the support, opportunities, and resources to succeed from day one. With comprehensive training, experienced mentors, global exposure, a competitive rewards package, and the career development opportunities you'd expect from a Fortune 100 company, you'll be empowered to build a rewarding and impactful career.
Your contributions help drive our success, and we're committed to helping you achieve yours. When your work helps shape the world around us, it's important to be part of something meaningful—doing work that makes a real difference every day.
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:
August 26, 2026 - September 8, 2026
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply
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