ExecutiveFull TimeEN
Are you ready to elevate your career with a global leader in infrastructure solving complex problems and generating a positive outcome on people’s lives? At Ferrovial, we are not just a company; we are a community of innovators and trailblazers. Listed on three major stock markets: Nasdaq (US), Euronext Amsterdam (Netherlands) and IBEX 35 (Spain), we are also member of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index and FTSE4Good. We operate in more than 15 countries and have a workforce of over 24,000 professionals worldwide. Ferrovial’s activity is carried out through our business units, including Highways, Airports, Construction, and Energy.
The Energy business unit is created with the objective of promoting the transition to a more sustainable and clean economy. We are present in Ferrovial core markets, and our focus is to provide innovative solutions for the development, construction and operation of renewable energy generation, storage and transmission infrastructures. We also offer energy efficiency solutions for both, public and private clients.
Why Ferrovial?
About The Role
Define and execute the labor relations strategy, ensuring legal compliance, effective conflict management, and constructive engagement with social partners, thereby contributing to operational stability and the protection of the business.
Employee Relations: Develop and maintain positive relationships with employees, unions, and other stakeholders to foster a collaborative and productive work environment.
Conflict Resolution: Address and resolve workplace conflicts and grievances in a timely and effective manner, ensuring compliance with company policies and labor laws.
Company representation: Lead and coordinate the defense of the company’s interests in labor and administrative proceedings, including interactions with the Labour Inspectorate.
Policy Development: Assist in creating and updating labor relations policies and procedures to ensure they are aligned with legal requirements and best practices.
Negotiations: Lead and participate in negotiations with unions and employee representatives, including collective bargaining agreements, to reach mutually beneficial outcomes.
Compliance: Ensure that labor relations activities comply with all relevant laws and regulations, including but not limited to, labor standards, health and safety regulations, and anti-discrimination laws.
Reporting: Prepare and present reports to senior management on labor relations activities, trends, and issues.
Advisory Role: Act as a trusted advisor to management on labor relations matters, providing expert advice to support informed decision-making.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree or relevant certification is preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 8 years of experience in labor relations or a related field, within the energy, construction or infrastructure industry.
Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of labor laws, collective bargaining processes, collective agreements (Construction and Metal Industry) and conflict resolution strategies.
Experience in international labor relations (Chile, US, Australia) is considered a plus.
Skills: Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Analytical Abilities: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex labor relations issues.
Language: High level of English.
Adaptability: Ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
Team Player: Strong team orientation with the ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization.
Seize the challenge. Move the world together! Innovative, creative, respectful, and diverse are some of the ways we describe ourselves. We are motivated by challenges, and we collaborate across our business units to move the world together. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here!
Ferrovial is an equal opportunity employer. We treat all jobs applications equally, regardless of gender, color, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, covered veteran status or protected genetic information (each, a “Protected Class”), or any other protected class in accordance with applicable laws.
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