HR Operations Specialist

Who will you be working with?

You will be working with the CIS HR Operations team, ensuring strong customer service to the business and driving efficiency by improving operational processes and procedures.

How will you make a difference?

As an HR Operations Specialist, you will provide operational and system support for employee lifecycle transactions in Workday, local CIS HR systems, and special projects within assigned countries in CIS. You will act as the primary point of contact for HR teams across these countries, ensuring accurate and timely execution of HR transactions in compliance with SLAs and quality standards.

What do we want to know about you?

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong knowledge of Kazakh labor laws and local regulations, particularly shift work requirements.
• Hands-on experience with HR systems such as Workday, ServiceNow, and 1C: ZUP preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office; intermediate Excel skills (pivot tables, charts, VLOOKUP). Knowledge of Power BI is an advantage.
• Professional fluency in English, Kazakh, and Russian.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to present complex information clearly to global teams, management, and remote employees.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Self-motivated, independent, and quick learner.
• Familiarity with local government portals is a plus.
• Legal authorization to work in Kazakhstan is required.

What will your typical day look like?

• Collaborate with the CIS Regional HR Operations team to deliver excellent customer service.
• Manage end-to-end employee lifecycle transactions in Workday, 1C: ZUP, and support special projects.
• Ensure accurate and timely filing of HR documentation.
• Handle HR cases through ServiceNow.
• Coordinate with external vendors on payroll, insurance, and learning-related matters.
• Participate in Workday testing for system upgrades and enhancements.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Engage in cross-training initiatives across other HR Operations regions.
• Assist with additional projects and tasks as assigned.

 

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

 

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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