Interim HR Manager
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.