Human Resources Director
We focus on helping the world become a cleaner, greener, and safer place by deploying technology for good and accelerating the transition to renewable energy - Come join us!
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Are you driven by innovation and a bias for action? Rovco is the place for you. We're a tech company committed to making a real impact through groundbreaking solutions. Join us and be part of a team that turns ideas into reality.
Job Title: Human Resources Director
Location: Aberdeen, Hybrid 3+ Days per week in the office
Salary: £100,000+ depending on skills and experience
About Rovco
Rovco’s mission is to accelerate the energy transition to renewables with a focus on offshore wind. We’re using artificial intelligence, autonomy, computer vision and marine robotics to create a difference in the world with underwater technology for our clients in offshore renewable energy and the subsea industry.
Take a look at one of our products in action!
SubSLAM X2 - Unlocking the Future of Marine Robotics - YouTube
Founded in 2015 we’ve announced funding of more than £20 million, been voted one of the most innovative and sustainable companies working towards net zero and won awards for Best use of AI and Best technology innovation.
Discover your place in a hybrid team of 150+ people that’s growing rapidly and celebrates diversity knowing that every perspective is a valuable part of our success and that empowers you to achieve a fulfilling work-life balance.
Human Resources Director
Reporting to our Chief People Office the Human Resources Director is a hands on position and acts as a trusted partner, working closely with management and employees providing hands-on and strategic input, insight, and advice on all people-related matters.
The Human Resources Director will be expected to work at all levels — strategic, operational, and tactical as well as influence effectively across all levels of the company, build and maintain strong working relationships and navigate through ambiguity, recognizing when it is appropriate to introduce more structure and process without introducing unnecessary bureaucracy.
Passionate about setting people up for success, the Human Resources Director will be a driver of ensuring everyone has clarity and accountability in their roles, creating and supporting a high performance mentality.
We’ll welcome your ideas & input and support your development, In addition, this is an incredible opportunity to help further the transition to renewable energy.
Other companies might call this: Senior HRBP, Senior HR Generalist, Lead People Partner, People Director.
Objectives & Responsibilities:
Rovco is an exciting and dynamic environment meaning these are likely to change as we grow, upon joining your objectives and responsibilities will include:
- Becoming a trusted partner to managers and key business leaders. Recognized for their People knowledge and insights.
- Responsible for and drive improvements to the end-to-end employee lifecycle and employee experience. This covers talent management, employee relations, coaching/development, compliance, compensation and benefits, culture, and organizational design and development.
- Ability to develop a deep understanding of key drivers of engagement and be able to take targeted action to enhance the employee experience.
- Experienced working across all levels; strategic, operational, and tactical as well as ability to influence effectively across all levels of the company.
You should apply if you have:
(we know it’s tough, but please try to avoid the confidence gap. You don’t have to match all the listed requirements exactly to be considered for this role):
- Significant experience as a Senior Business Partner in the offshore industry with demonstratable impact in creating workplaces where people love to work
- Experienced at introducing new People tools and processes into the business at the right time to get maximum impact, creating a high-performance culture without unnecessary bureaucracy. Able to harness the power of technology to facilitate business growth.
- Clear, concise, effective communicator. Persuasive, can debate and challenge within the team and with peers across the company.
- Very strong ability to use quantitative data and metrics to drive decision making that will impact business success.
- Identifies work that needs to be done, proposes solutions, and executes independently.
- A culture champion with a genuine belief in company values and a passion for making the company a great place to work.
- Progressive, inclusive and passionate about widening access into demographically unbalanced industries.
Benefits:
At Rovco, we’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Our hybrid-remote approach and state-of-the-art Office Hubs provide a welcoming space designed to nurture your creativity, productivity and well-being.
In addition you’ll get an extensive range of benefits so you can focus on doing your very best work:
- Flexible, hybrid working so you can work when is best for you
- 33 Days Annual Leave
- Private medical insurance, including Dental & optical
- Career and learning development through paid courses, conferences and events
- Curiosity fund – up to £500 to spend on learning which is not role related
- Up to 10% company bonus
- Pension up to 6% company contribution
- Life assurance 4X salary
- Volunteering day, to give back to your local community
- Enhanced maternity and adoption leave
- Cycle to work scheme
- Recognition & rewards for doing great work and living our values and behaviours
- Flexible working options including, reduced hours, job share, phased return to work, term time working, compressed hours
- We’re a sociable, tight-knit team with monthly socials
- Hybrid working, Most teams work in our offices 2+ days a week to collaborate and be hands on with our technology.
Join Rovco in our mission to make the world a cleaner, greener and safer place by deploying technology for good.
Interview Process
At Rovco, we've designed a straightforward interview process to ensure the best fit for both you and the company. We have adopted anonymised recruitment. This means that your name, date of birth and other personal details will not be seen by the hiring team.
- Application: Begin by submitting your application with your CV, highlighting your skills and experience relevant to the job. Answer key questions on elements that are important to the role.
- Talent Partner Interview: We will tell you more about the role, the team and Rovco’s mission. This is a two-way conversation; we want to learn about your motivation, what you can bring to Rovco, and provide answers to your questions.
- Aptitude Test: Demonstrate your critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and workplace personality through an aptitude test.
- Team Interview: Engage in a 1-hour 30 minute interview with a few team members. Experience the role first-hand and share your skills and experience. We'll discuss our technologies, key skills, and team dynamics. As always, feel free to ask any questions you may have.
- Executive Conversation: Meet with an executive for a 30-minute discussion. This is your opportunity to express your thoughts on the role and ask any final questions. We'll clarify expectations and ensure this role aligns with your aspirations.
- Offer! If you are successful in the process, you'll receive an offer to join Rovco and become part of our team.
We value the diversity of our teams and are committed to supporting and welcoming individuals from all backgrounds, knowing that every perspective is a valuable part of our success. Should you require any reasonable adjustment throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to let a member of the Talent team know.
Dive into your future career at Rovco, apply now
- Department
- People & Talent
- Locations
- Aberdeen
- Remote status
- Hybrid Remote
- Yearly salary
- £100,000
- Employment type
- Full-time
Aberdeen
Company culture
As an organisation, we know that in order to achieve our goals we need to attract, develop and retain only the very best people and encourage their growth through our company.
As a fast-growing business in an ever-changing environment, we truly recognise how important it is to be aware of our roots, to visualise the mission we are working towards and to embrace our values to help us reach our common goal as a team.
About Rovco
Rovco & Vaarst are a global provider of ROV and hydrographic services, supported by unique artificial intelligence-based technology products. We have a vast track record in supplying services and technology to the Offshore Energy industry across the globe.
We invest in research and development, creating technology to support our clients. Our vision is to provide truly autonomous collaborative subsea robotics to perform Offshore Energy services.
Human Resources Director
We focus on helping the world become a cleaner, greener, and safer place by deploying technology for good and accelerating the transition to renewable energy - Come join us!
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