People and Culture Specialist

Here at Muehlhan Wind Service we are constantly working towards making renewable energy more accessible and affordable globally. Join us to be a part of that change Location: Role based in Le Havre (preferable) or Pontchâteau, with frequent travel between the two offices. This is a one-year fixed-term contract with the possibility of becoming permanent. We request that you submit your CV and cover letter in English. Are you an experienced HR professional who thrives in a dynamic environment? We are looking for a People and Culture Specialist to join our team in France, supporting colleagues across our two offices in Pontchâteau and Le Havre. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about building strong employee relationships, fostering a positive culture, and ensuring HR best practices are embedded in our organization. The Role: As our People and Culture Specialist, you will serve as the key HR point of contact for our operations in France, providing expert support to both field technicians and office-based employees. You will oversee core HR functions including employee relations, lifecycle management, payroll, compliance, and contractual matters, while working collaboratively with the recruitment team on hiring and onboarding processes. You’ll be based in either the Pontchâteau or Le Havre office, with regular travel between sites. Flexibility and a willingness to connect with colleagues across locations are essential. Primary Responsibilities: Act as the primary HR contact in France, ensuring compliance with French employment law, company policies, and French HR best practices. Maintain adherence to the Collective Bargaining Agreement – Metal Collective; Develop and refine HR policies, processes, and handbooks, ensuring clarity and legal alignment, while communicating these effectively across the workforce. Oversee the full employee lifecycle, including contracts, changes, promotions, and offboarding, ensuring all actions are legally compliant and well-documented. Support onboarding in collaboration with the recruitment team and coordinate accurate payroll with internal and external partners. Ensure all HR-related documentation and records are accurate, complete, and up to date. Advise on employee relations matters such as performance, absence, grievances, and disciplinary processes, ensuring fairness and consistency. Build strong working relationships with managers and employees to support engagement, retention, and a positive company culture. Organize internal events to strengthen team spirit and collaboration. Occasionally contribute to global HR initiatives and employer branding activities, such as job fairs or internal campaigns. Essential Requirements and Competencies: Strong understanding of French labour law, HR compliance, employment contracts, the Collective Bargaining Agreement – Metal Collective, and Comité Social et Économique (CSE) structures. Approachable, trustworthy, and genuinely committed to employee well‑being. Solid background in core HR processes, with a proactive approach to identifying improvements. Clear and confident in explaining HR policies and procedures to employees and managers. Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a focus on accuracy and follow‑through. Working knowledge of payroll processes and coordination. Willing and able to travel frequently between the Pontchâteau and Le Havre offices. Fully fluent in English, with the ability to communicate confidently and effectively across both written and verbal channels in a professional setting. Why Join Us? Be part of a collaborative and dynamic team Enjoy opportunities for growth and professional development Professional, friendly, and helpful colleagues International and multicultural environment Social events Health Insurance About Muehlhan Wind Service Muehlhan Wind Service (MWS) is a world‑leading, full‑scope independent service provider, specializing in wind turbine installation and Operations & Maintenance solutions for Tier 1 global wind energy clients. MWS, headquartered in Fredericia, Denmark, is part of the Muehlhan Group, which is based in Hamburg, Germany. MWS is one of two main business divisions (1. Wind Service & 2. Industrial Service). The two divisions operate independently under the Muehlhan umbrella. The group is owned by a U.S.-based private equity firm. In just eight years, MWS has evolved into a global market leader with annual revenues exceeding DKK 2.5 billion and strong margins. With approximately 20 offices across Europe, the UK, Australia, East Asia, the USA, and Canada, we manage projects in more than 35 countries worldwide. Driven by a passion for wind energy and a commitment to delivering exceptional results, our teams execute projects of all sizes across more than 12 specialized business units, including Offshore Installations, Onshore Installations, High‑Voltage & Electrical Services, Blade Inspections & Repairs, Service & Statutory Inspections, Paint & Corrosion Control, Main Component Exchange, Special Projects, Manpower Solutions, Welding Repairs, Oil Exchange, and more. Our success is powered by motivated, skilled, and open‑minded people who share a strong passion for renewable energy and thrive in a dynamic, international environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr