Job Description

Summary:
An established power systems and marine/industrial services company is looking to hire a Vice President of Human Resources to provide clear leadership, implement scalable systems, and spearhead organizational transformation within a multi-site industrial services company following a merger. The company provides engine maintenance, repair, and overhaul services across the marine, energy, industrial, and defense sectors nationwide.
Responsibilities:

• Drive enterprise-wide HR initiatives that support business growth, operational efficiency, and cultural cohesion.
• Collaborate directly with the CEO on organizational structure, executive alignment, and leadership development.
• Lead Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) efforts and post-merger integration, including cultural alignment and change management strategies.
• Manage HRIS, payroll, benefits, compliance, HR operations, and workforce analytics to ensure accuracy and operational effectiveness.
• Design and implement scalable recruitment strategies tailored to marine, power generation, and industrial services operations.
• Create and oversee succession planning and leadership development programs to strengthen talent pipelines.
• Direct compensation strategy linked to EBITDA, productivity, and cost-to-serve metrics.
• Enhance employee experience, engagement, and retention across multiple sites.
• Ensure performance and compensation systems are transparent, equitable, and well-communicated.
• Work closely with Operations, Finance, and regional leadership to align HR strategies with business objectives.

Job Requirements
Requirements:

• 10+ years of progressive experience in HR or business leadership roles.
• 5+years in a senior or executive HR position within a private equity-backed organization, or a similarly fast-paced environment involving M&A, post-merger integration, or mid-market transformations (excluding startup-only experience).
• Bachelor"s degree in HR, Business, Organizational Development, or related field is highly preferred.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR is highly preferred.
• Proven experience supporting field operations or service-oriented organizations is desired.
• Prior experience driving HR modernization, implementing workforce systems, or leading digital transformation initiatives.
• Track record of aligning HR strategy with EBITDA, performance metrics, and overall business operating rhythms.
• Experience supporting and scaling organizations with revenues between $250M and $500M.
• Hands-on experience in Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), including post-merger integration and organizational redesign.
• Demonstrated success leading multi-site operations with rapid decision-making and execution.
• Strong proficiency with HRIS platforms (e.g., ADP, Paycom, UKG, Paylocity, or equivalent).
• Executive presence with the ability to influence CEOs, boards, and private equity stakeholders.

Skills Required