• Are you an experienced HR professional with a proven track record of partnering with business leaders? At Lineas, we are looking for a seasoned HR Business Partner to take on a pivotal role in shaping and implementing our human resources strategies. As a trusted advisor, you will drive impactful organisational and talent initiatives, ensuring the right structures, people, and culture are in place to meet our ambitious goals.

This is not an entry-level role; we are looking for a highly skilled and experienced HR professional who excels in complex environments and can lead through influence, collaboration, and innovation.

Your role as a strategic HR business partner

Strategic advisory

• Collaborate with senior leadership to align HR strategies with business goals.
• Act as a key liaison between the business and HR teams, ensuring alignment of initiatives and organisational priorities.

Organisational design

• Analyse and optimise organisational structures, spans of control, and workflows to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
• Provide actionable recommendations for restructuring, transformation programs, and other change initiatives.

Talent strategy

• Lead workforce planning efforts in collaboration with Talent Acquisition and Learning & Development teams.
• Drive leadership recruitment processes, ensuring top-tier talent acquisition for critical roles.
• Develop and implement succession planning and performance management strategies to build a strong pipeline for key positions.

Leadership Development

• Coach and mentor senior leaders, enhancing their people management and decision-making capabilities.
• Facilitate leadership development programs to strengthen management effectiveness.

Change Management

• Lead complex transformation initiatives, including restructuring, mergers, acquisitions, and cultural integration.
• Provide guidance on maintaining a healthy social climate during periods of change.

Operational excellence

• Ensure cost-efficiency in staffing and resource allocation, contributing to budgeting processes.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to implement HR policies effectively.

Your Profile

We are looking for a dynamic professional with the following qualifications:

• Education: Master's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, or Business Administration.
• Experience: Minimum of 5+ years in senior HR roles, ideally in international or complex organisational settings.
• Languages: Fluent in English and Dutch; proficiency in French.
• Leadership Style: Consultative and collaborative, with the ability to build trust and influence across all levels.
• Skills:
  • Strategic thinker with strong business acumen.
  • Expert in organisational development and HR strategy.
  • Strong coaching and change management capabilities.
  • Proficient in modern HR tools and MS Office.
  • Knowledgeable in Belgian social legislation
• Additional Requirements:
  • A valid Category B driving license.
  • Willingness to work at our locations in Antwerp Port, Ghent& Zeebrugge Seaport and in the headquarters in Brussels

What We offer

• A full-time, indefinite contract with competitive benefits.
• Compensation: 13th-month salary, annual bonus, and a company car.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Hospital insurance, private accident insurance, pension plan, and meal/eco vouchers.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours, working from Brussels as head office and regular visiting of other Lineas locations
• A generous vacation package (23 days + additional seniority days).
• A dynamic, international environment where you can make a tangible impact.

Who We are

We are Lineas, Europe’s largest private rail freight operator. Our mission is to lead the Modal Shift, encouraging businesses to move freight from road to rail for a more sustainable future. Every day, our team—the FREIGHT FORCE—works tirelessly to provide innovative solutions for our clients and make a real difference in mobility and the climate.

Join us in this exciting journey as we continue to grow and transform the industry!