Maersk

At Maersk we have a vision that’s larger than the ocean: to be a true integrator of container logistics, connecting and simplifying our customers’ supply chain through global end-to-end solutions. We count on our people to make it happen.

At Maersk we value the diversity of our talent and strive to recruit the best person for the job - valuing diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to gender, age, nationality, race, sexual orientation, disability, or religious beliefs. We are proud of our diversity and see it as a genuine source of strength for building high-performing teams.

Our People Function works across brands, geographies, and cultures to support one global Maersk. As a People Advisor, you’ll play a key role in ensuring employees have a seamless HR experience, so they can focus on delivering results.

What you will do

We are looking for a Senior People Advisor to be based on-site at our Maersk site in Taulov, Fredericia. You will be the primary HR partner for the location, working closely with site leadership to provide end-to-end HR support. You will be part of the Front Line People Organization (FLPO) team and report to the Head of HR FLPO for Nordics.

This role requires a broad HR toolbox, covering recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, HR administration, compliance, and local HR initiatives. You will combine operational expertise with strategic insight to create a positive, efficient, and high-performing workplace.

Key Responsibilities

• Be the go-to HR expert on-site for employees and managers, ensuring every HR interaction delivers a positive experience.
• Advise and support leadership on people-related matters, including staffing, employee relations, policy implementation, and engagement initiatives.
• Lead recruitment for on-site operational roles and support hiring for office-based positions in partnership with Talent Acquisition.
• Use Workday for case management, data entry, and tracking HR processes.
• Drive HR strategies locally to improve employee satisfaction, retention, and workplace culture.
• Support HR cycle activities, including onboarding, performance reviews, internal job changes, and exits, ensuring accurate and timely administration.
• Maintain compliance by ensuring HR documents, policies, and employee records are accurate, complete, and up to date.
• Provide accurate and timely employee data to support payroll processing in close coordination with the payroll team.

Who we are looking for

We’re looking for someone who is proactive, takes ownership, and thrives on creating a great employee experience. You will combine strong operational HR knowledge with the ability to influence and support leaders in a fast-paced environment.

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• Solid experience across the full HR cycle, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and offboarding.
• Strong knowledge of Danish labor laws and HR compliance requirements.
• Experience working in structured environments with union agreements and a workforce of operational employees, where you can balance business needs and employee engagement.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with employees and leaders.
• Excellent command of both written and spoken Danish and English.
• Experience with Workday or another HRIS is an advantage.

We offer

We strive to create the right environment for the right people, fostering a culture of fairness, respect, responsibility, and care for our business and our customers.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical insurance, flexible working policies, and an annual bonus.

This is a permanent role, giving you the opportunity to make a real impact on our Taulov site and help shape the employee experience in a dynamic logistics environment.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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