HR Business Partner

At OSTP, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are now looking for an HR Business Partner – Competence & Work Ability to join our HR & Communications team of five professionals and strengthen our capabilities in Jakobstad.

In this role, you will play a key part in developing how we build competence, support employee development, and ensure long-term work ability – all in alignment with our strategy and future ambitions in digitalization and AI.

YOUR ROLE

As an HR Business Partner, you will take ownership of key HR processes related to:

COMPETENCE & LEARNING DEVELOPMENT

• Develop and maintain competence management practices, including competence matrices and development planning

• Coordinate training and learning activities (technical, soft skills, and certifications)

• Act as administrator of OSTP Academy (Learning Management System)

• Support the development of digital HR tools and data-driven ways of working

• Build cooperation with educational institutions and support talent pipelines

EMPLOYEE DEVELOPMENT

• Own and develop employee development processes (e.g. PDD, onboarding)

• Support supervisors in identifying and implementing development actions

• Monitor competence development and related KPIs

WORK ABILITY & WELL-BEING

• Develop and coordinate work ability management practices (early support, return-to-work)

• Act as the main contact for Occupational Health Care

• Support supervisors in work ability, well-being, and absence-related matters

• Analyze trends and drive preventive actions in cooperation with HSE and HR

WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU

BACKGROUND

• Bachelors or Masters degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field

• Relevant experience in HR, especially within competence development, employee development, or work ability management

• Experience from an industrial or operational environment is an advantage

SKILLS & CAPABILITIES

• Strong ability to take ownership and drive development forward

• Structured and analytical way of working

• Excellent cooperation and communication skills

• Ability to support and coach supervisors

• Interest in developing digital HR processes and data-driven practices

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Understanding of Finnish labor legislation and collective agreements

• Fluent in Finnish, Swedish, and English

WHY JOIN OSTP?

• Be part of developing future-oriented HR practices, including digitalization and AI

• Work in a role with real ownership and impact

• Collaborate closely with supervisors, management, and experts across the organization

• Contribute to building a workplace that supports performance, learning, and well-being

• Join a company committed to safety, responsiveness and sustainability

INTERESTED?

Please apply for the position no later than 2 August 2026. Interviews will be initiated during August.

For more information about the role, please contact HR Manager Leena Kinaret, tel. +358 40 581 6890 or e-mail leena.kinaret@ostp.biz.

OSTP is one of the world's leading manufacturers of stainless welded process pipes and fittings. 100 % recyclable products are used in a wide range of industries, with the main markets in the Nordics and Europe. OSTP is the most sustainable company in its sector, taking responsibility for its employees and the environment.