PTR HRBP Operations

Job Description Summary

The HRBP for Power Transformers (PTR) Operations is a strategic partner responsible for driving business performance by shaping HR strategy to meet the unique needs of a complex, global manufacturing organization. Supporting 8 manufacturing sites (aprox 5,000 employees globally), you will focus on organizational effectiveness, leadership capability, industrial relations, and talent strategy.
You will act as a trusted advisor to the Operations leadership team, ensuring that HR initiatives—ranging from talent management and workforce planning to organizational design—are directly linked to business success and lean manufacturing excellence. You will provide functional leadership to the local HR People Partners (HRPPs) across the sites, ensuring a unified HR service delivery model.
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Job Description

Key Responsibilities

1. Talent & Workforce Strategy

• Develop comprehensive talent strategies that align with the long-term growth and operational needs of the PTR business.
• Partner with Operations leadership to build robust workforce plans, ensuring the right skills are in place to meet production demands.
• Utilize data-driven talent insights to guide "build, buy, borrow, and automate" strategies.
• Collaborate with Talent CoEs to strengthen the leadership pipeline and ensure succession readiness.

2. Organizational Effectiveness & Functional Leadership

• HRPP Management: Provide functional leadership, mentorship, and guidance to the HR People Partners (HRPPs) located at the manufacturing sites. Ensure consistent HR service delivery, policy application, and professional development of the local HR teams.
• Lead organizational design efforts to ensure structures are optimized for efficiency, safety, and productivity.
• Drive change management initiatives related to plant performance, industrial transformations, and cross-site integration.
• Partner with site leaders to foster a culture of high performance and continuous improvement (Lean).

3. Industrial Relations & Social Climate

• Serve as the strategic lead for industrial relations across the PTR footprint. Proactively manage the social climate by identifying potential labor risks and developing strategies to maintain positive employee engagement.
• Ensure that site-level labor practices are compliant, fair, and conducive to high-volume manufacturing environments.

4. Trusted Advisor to Business Leaders

• Provide strategic counsel to senior Operations leaders on performance management and organizational health.
• Coach leaders through complex organizational transitions and high-stakes employee relations challenges.
• Deliver actionable HR insights to drive evidence-based decision-making.

5. HR Strategy Alignment

• Align PTR segment goals with broader GE Vernova enterprise HR strategies.
• Collaborate with HRPPs and CoEs to ensure seamless delivery of HR operations, including recruiting, compensation, and retention.
• Ensure rigorous adherence to global labor compliance, safety protocols, and company policies.
  

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in Human Resources, specifically within a global, matrixed, and industrial/manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record in managing organizational change and navigating complex, fast-paced environments.
• Demonstrated experience in Industrial Relations, including collective bargaining and labor law compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
• Experience managing or providing functional leadership to remote/site-based HR teams.
• For roles outside of the USA- This role requires significant experience in the Human Resources & Employee Human Resource Management. Knowledge level is comparable to a Master's degree from an accredited university or college ( or a high school diploma with relevant experience).
• For roles in USA - Master's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 6 years of experience in Job Family Group(s)/Function(s)).

Desired Characteristics

• Education: Master’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or equivalent practical experience.
• Operational Mindset: Experience applying Lean tools to improve HR processes.
• Influencing Skills: Proven ability to engage and influence senior-level operations leaders.
• Strategic Agility: Resourceful, innovative, and persuasive; able to turn business challenges into sustainable HR solutions.
• Cultural Competency: Inclusive, collaborative leadership style; ability to operate effectively across diverse global cultures.
• Analytical Rigor: Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on data-driven outcomes.
  

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

#LI-Remote - This is a remote positionApplication Deadline:For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $134,600.00 and $224,300.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on October 29, 2026.Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.