Regional HR Manager

Location: Stoke-on-Trent

REGIONAL HR MANAGER

LONGPORT, STAFFORDSHIRE

Progress Rail Locomotive Europe Limited, are seeking an experienced Regional HR Manager with manufacturing experience.

As our Regional HR Manager, you’ll be the go-to partner for managers and employees across our UK and continental European locations. You’ll ensure our people have the support, advice, and tools they need to perform effectively — all while keeping us compliant with employment legislation in multiple jurisdictions. From shaping recruitment strategies to driving employee development, you’ll play a pivotal role in building a high-performing, engaged, and future-ready workforce.

What You'll Do as a Regional HR Manager

* Provide professional HR advice and guidance to managers and employees on a wide range of employment issues.

* Ensure HR policies, procedures, and practices in continental Europe comply with local legislation and collective bargaining agreements where applicable.

* Maintain and update our HR database (HCM – SAGE/Rail People), producing reports, KPIs, and workforce analytics.

* Support managers in addressing performance issues and developing action plans based on performance and absence trends.

* Manage employee relations cases, including claims and dispute resolution.

* Lead the end-to-end recruitment process — from identifying needs and creating compelling job adverts to interviewing and onboarding — with a focus on direct hiring to reduce agency dependency.

* Implement effective strategies for recruitment, retention, development, and deployment of employees across the business.

* Partner with leadership to plan workforce needs and succession strategies.

What You'll Bring as a Regional HR Manager

* Proven HR management experience across multiple European jurisdictions.

* Strong knowledge of UK and continental European employment law and HR best practices.

* Experience managing HR systems (HCM – SAGE/Rail People preferred) and producing data-driven insights.

* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and build trust at all levels.

* A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

* Passion for fostering a culture that reflects our values of Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Excellence, and Commitment.

Why You'll Love It Here

* Be part of a global leader in rail solutions with a strong commitment to safety and innovation.

* Competitive salary and benefits package.

* Opportunities for professional development and training.

* Flexible working arrangements where possible.

* A collaborative, values-driven culture where your work has real impact.

At Progress Rail Locomotive Europe Limited,a Caterpillar company, we keep the world moving by delivering safe, reliable, and innovative rail solutions. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and our values — Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Excellence, and Commitment — guide every decision we make. We believe in empowering our teams to perform at their best, while fostering a culture of trust, respect, and continuous improvement.

We are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate diversity.

Join Us

If you’re ready to help shape the future of our workforce across the UK and continental Europe, send us your CV and a short note about an HR initiative you’ve led that made a measurable difference. We can’t wait to meet the person who will help us take our people strategy to the next level