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Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced HR & EHS Manager to act as a strategic partner to the leadership team. This role leads the Human Resources and Environment, Health & Safety functions, ensuring our people, processes, and work environments support sustainable growth, well‑being, and operational excellence.
You will drive strategic initiatives across talent, culture, transformation, compliance, and workplace safety.
Key Responsibilities
Human Resources Leadership
- Define and execute HR strategy aligned with business objectives.
- Advise leadership on talent, culture, and organizational development.
- Manage HR KPIs, reporting, and budget.
- Oversee HR policies, communication, and employee relations.
Talent & Organizational Development
- Lead performance management, talent development, and succession planning.
- Oversee training strategy, onboarding, leadership development, and skills programs.
- Manage training budget and external partners.
Compensation, Benefits & Employee Experience
- Maintain competitive compensation and benefits structures.
- Coordinate payroll and benefits administration.
- Implement well‑being and engagement initiatives aligned with our EVP.
Recruitment & Workforce Planning
- Lead workforce planning and full‑cycle recruitment.
- Ensure compliance and maintain accurate recruitment records.
Labor Relations & Culture
- Support internal communication, conflict resolution, and organizational climate actions.
- Represent the company in union interactions and support employees on HR matters.
Legal Compliance & Ethics
- Ensure compliance with labor legislation and internal policies.
- Advise on legal, disciplinary, and ethics-related matters in Portugal and Poland.
Environment, Health & Safety Leadership
- Define and implement EHS strategy across operations.
- Oversee audits, risk assessments, and preventive programs.
- Promote a strong culture of occupational health and safety.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in HR Management, Psychology, or equivalent.
- 10+ years of HR leadership experience in industrial or multinational environments.
- Strong experience managing multidisciplinary teams and transformation projects.
- Deep knowledge of Portuguese and EU labor law.
- Proficiency in HR ERP systems and data analytics tools.
- Fluency in English (B2+); additional languages are a plus.
Behavioral Competencies (Brunswick EVP)
- United: strong interpersonal skills, collaboration, inclusiveness.
- Authentic: integrity, ethical mindset, responsibility.
- Innovative: analytical thinking, problem‑solving, data‑driven decision-making.
- Driven: adaptability, resilience, results orientation.
- Exceptional: high-quality standards, accountability, and positive influence.
Working Conditions
- International travel approx. 4 times per year.
- Flexible schedule; partial remote work (1 day/week).
Next is Now!
We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and inspiration. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.
Brunswick is committed to providing a workplace that offers equal employment opportunities based solely on merit. Therefore, discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status under applicable local, state or federal law is not tolerated.
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About Brunswick Corporation
Brunswick is a global leader in marine recreation, delivering innovation that transforms experiences on the water and beyond. Our unique, technology-driven solutions are informed and inspired by deep consumer insights and powered by our belief that “Next Never Rests™”. Brunswick is dedicated to industry leadership, to being the best and most trusted partner to our many customers, and to building synergies and ecosystems that enable us to challenge convention and define the future.
Brunswick is home to more than 60 industry-leading brands. In the category of Marine Propulsion, these brands include Mercury Marine, Mercury Racing and MerCruiser. Brunswick’s comprehensive collection of parts, accessories, distribution, and technology brands includes Mercury Engine Parts & Accessories, BLA and Land ‘N’ Sea. Our Navico Group and its industry-leading technology brands consist of Lowrance, Simrad, B&G, Mastervolt, RELiON, Attwood and Whale. Our Boat brands are some of the best known in the world, including Boston Whaler, Lund, Sea Ray, Bayliner, Harris Pontoons, Princecraft and Quicksilver. In addition, our service, digital and shared-access businesses include Freedom Boat Club, Boateka and a range of financing, insurance, and extended warranty businesses. While focused primarily on the marine industry, Brunswick also successfully leverages its portfolio of advanced technologies to deliver an exceptional suite of solutions in mobile and industrial applications.
Headquartered in Mettawa, IL, Brunswick has approximately 19,000 employees operating in 27 countries. In 2022, Brunswick was named by Forbes as a World’s Best Employer and as one of America’s Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek, both for the third consecutive year. For more information, visit www.Brunswick.com.
What you'll do
- The HR & EHS Manager will lead the Human Resources and Environment, Health & Safety functions, ensuring alignment with business objectives and promoting operational excellence. This role involves driving strategic initiatives across talent, culture, compliance, and workplace safety.
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