We’re Looking for a P&O Professional to Help Shape Our Culture

Are you a proactive and accurate HR professional who gets energy from supporting people and processes? Do you want to play an essential role in ensuring that HR activities run smoothly within our organization?

Then we are looking for you as our new P&O Employee

About HATO

Since 1974, HATO has been revolutionizing lighting solutions for the agricultural sector. With deep industry knowledge and a commitment to sustainability, we provide farmers with optimal lighting environments that promote responsible and profitable livestock farming. Our dedication to improving the lives of both farmers and animals has established us as a global market leader.

At HATO, you’ll become part of a modern family business located in a beautiful office on the outskirts of Sittard. We pride ourselves on our informal yet driven work culture, where teamwork and innovation go hand in hand. Beyond the work, there’s always room for fun—whether it’s a game of table football, pool, or a casual chat with colleagues.

Your challenge:

P&O Employee

As a P&O Employee, you play a crucial role in supporting HR and contribute to a pleasant and efficient working environment. You will be responsible for various administrative and organizational HR tasks, supporting employees and managers in the field of human resources. Thanks to your accuracy and service-oriented attitude, you ensure that everything runs smoothly!

What will you do:

• Supporting HR with personnel administration, contract management and absenteeism registration.
• Drafting and processing employment contracts and other personnel documents.
• Managing personnel files and ensuring an up-to-date administration.
• Supporting recruitment and selection processes, such as scheduling interviews and communicating with recruitment agencies and candidates.
• Coordinating training and education for employees.
• Acting as the first point of contact for employees with questions about HR-related matters.
• Support with HR projects, such as onboarding, vitality and satisfaction surveys.
• Identifying opportunities for improvement in HR processes and thinking along about optimizations

What we offer:

• A Modern Family Business – Be part of a forward-thinking family company, working from a beautiful office on the outskirts of Sittard
• Dynamic Work Environment – An informal but driven work culture, where teamwork and innovation go hand in hand. Ample opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Be Your Own Boss – Experience a high level of responsibility and freedom in your role.
• Generous Leave Policy – Up to 36 vacation days with a full-time contract.
• Work from Home – Focus when needed with one remote workday per week.
• Profit Sharing – Share in the company's success through a profit distribution scheme.
• Excellent Benefits – Pension scheme, bonus days, travel expense, mobility bonus, covered training costs etc.
• Collective Labor Agreement – HATO falls under the Collective Labor Agreement for Technical Wholesale.
• Team Spirit & Fun – Play a game of pool or table football with colleagues and join regular fun activities.

What We’re Looking For:

• A completed MBO or HBO education in the direction of HRM, Human Resources or a similar study.
• At least 2 years of experience in a support HR position.
• Experience with personnel administration and HR systems.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Proactive, accurate and service-oriented attitude.
• Excellent command of the Dutch language, English is an advantage.
• Affinity with the agricultural sector or technology is a plus.

Enthusiastic? Here's how to apply!

If this vacancy excites you and you're ready to make your mark on HATO, we'd love to hear from you! 

For questions or to submit your application, please contact Kelsey Bauer at k.bauer@hato.lighting.