Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of. 

We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent – want to join the ride?

We are now looking for an experienced Competence Management professional to drive and develop the Wärtsilä Competence Management Framework. 
 
We are Wärtsilä, one global team of purpose-driven experts committed to decarbonizing the marine and energy industries. 

With us, you will work with the industries holding the roadmap to net zero. The power and heat sector alone represents 35% of global CO₂ emissions. The shipping sector accounts for nearly 3% of worldwide greenhouse gas emissions, equivalent to the emissions of the sixth largest nation. Furthermore, ships transport 90% of global goods.

As a global market leader in both industries, we are empowered to create a new wave. There are over 90,000 ships in the seas and nearly every second one has a Wärtsilä install base. In the energy field, our experts have delivered 76 GW of power plant capacity in 180 countries. Imagine the possibilities to be achieved through innovation, digitalization, and an engaged team!

Position Description:

We recognize the importance of nurturing and maximizing the potential of our greatest asset – our talented workforce. To strategically manage and develop our human capital, we are creating a new role for a Competence Management Expert. As Competence Management Expert you play a significant role in designing and implementing a comprehensive Competence Management Framework tailored to the needs of our organisation. 

This position is permanent, and the preferable location is the United Kingdom or Finland, but other locations are considered as well. 

We offer:

We offer interesting and challenging tasks with an excellent opportunity for personal growth and development possibilities. You will be part of shaping and influencing the future of our organisation and building a robust and future-ready competence management framework. We ensure you committed, collaborative colleagues, and an inclusive, supporting atmosphere.  

In this role, you will:  

• Spearhead the establishment of our Competence Management Framework. 
• Actively liaise with other people processes, leveraging competence management to enhance and align with learning & development, workforce planning, recruitment performance management, and succession planning. 
• Collaborate closely with Business HR, HR CoEs, HR TECH, and key stakeholders to gather insights and ensure alignment with organisational goals.
• Utilize Existing Elements: Leverage ongoing job architecture work and other existing components to integrate seamlessly with the competence management framework. 
• Support the technical implementation of the Competence Management Framework in SuccessFactors and CornerStone. 
• Continuous Improvement: Establish mechanisms for ongoing evaluation and enhancement of the competence management framework  

We expect you to have:

• Proven experience in designing and implementing competence management frameworks. Familiarity with job architecture work is highly desirable
• Experience of supporting the technical implementation of competence management systems in HCM and LMS platforms, particularly SuccessFactors and CornerStone
• Master´s degree or equivalent and a demonstrated ability to think innovatively and contribute to the development of new and effective HR practices

As a person you are:

You are business and development oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and trends and to make informed decisions. Further, you have excellent communication and people skills and a collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally and build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders. 

Why you and us?

You are valuated – as your true self. At Wärtsilä YOU matter. We value diversity and are committed in supporting inclusive work community.
Your growth is supported. We believe in continuous learning & teamwork. Wärtsilian community has your back when it comes to development opportunities – so you can develop beyond your potential.
You get to make a difference. Innovation and sustainability are important for us. Every day, we - Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality.

Contact & next steps:  

Submit your application by 31st of March 2024 through our Careers portal. Applications through email will not be considered. After submitting your application, you’ll receive a confirmation email.

For more information, please contact:

Katarina von Troil,

Head of Talent & Leadership,

katarina.vontroil@wartsila.com. 

Last application date: 31/03/2024 

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities. 

All new Wärtsilä employees in Finland will attend occupational health checks, including drug tests/screenings. The country's legislation is followed when a person is located outside of Finland.

This is Wärtsilä 

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 17,000 professionals, in more than 200 locations in 68 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com.