Date: Jul 5, 2026
Location: IE - Waterford, IE
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Company: Bausch+Lomb Companies Inc.
Bausch + Lomb (NYSE/TSX: BLCO) is a leading global eye health company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight for millions of people around the world—from the moment of birth through every phase of life. Our mission is simple, yet powerful: helping you see better, to live better.
Our comprehensive portfolio of over 400 products is fully integrated and built to serve our customers across the full spectrum of their eye health needs throughout their lives. Our iconic brand is built on the deep trust and loyalty of our customers established over our 170-year history. We have a significant global research, development, manufacturing and commercial footprint of approximately 13,000 employees and a presence in approximately 100 countries , extending our reach to billions of potential customers across the globe. We have long been associated with many of the most significant advances in eye health, and we believe we are well positioned to continue leading the advancement of eye health in the future.
Please note this position is based in Waterford on site - 5 days a week.
Scope of Work
The HR Business Partner has responsibility for managing operational and strategic HR activities across operations and support functions, partnering closely with leadership to deliver best-in-class people solutions.
The HRBP will work collaboratively with the wider HR team to drive HR initiatives, change programs, and ensure consistent implementation of policies and procedures across the Waterford site.
Please note this position is based in Waterford on site - 5 days a week
Duties
Act as a strategic HR Business Partner to designated Business Units, contributing to and shaping Business Unit plans and the execution of organisational strategy
Develop relationships with senior leaders and managers, influencing decision-making in a complex, highly regulated environment
Ensure HR policies, procedures and practices are fully compliant with legislation.
Provide expert guidance on Employee Relations (ER) matters, including investigations, disciplinary and grievance processes
Lead and embed people-focused strategic initiatives that support site and organisational goals
Support and drive succession planning and internal mobility across designated teams.
Support and lead change management initiatives within a complex, fast-paced manufacturing environment
Reward and Recognition
Support and deliver the salary planning and annual review cycle
Contribute to preparation of the BU Operating Plan, HR budget, and headcount planning
Champion and enhance employee recognition programmes, ensuring employees feel valued and acknowledged
Culture, Engagement & CSR
Support and promote Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, including community, sustainability, and employee-led programmes
Drive employee engagement activities and site-wide initiatives, contributing to a positive and inclusive workplace culture
Partner with leadership to embed wellbeing, inclusion, and engagement strategies across the site
Play an active role in fostering a collaborative, high-performing and people-centric environment
Requirements
Degree qualified in Human Resources, Business or equivalent
8+ years’ HR experience, ideally within life sciences, or regulated manufacturing environments
Strong background in Industrial Relations (IR) and Employee Relations (ER), including union engagement as an advantage.
Demonstrated ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels
Strong communication and stakeholder influencing skills across all organisational levels
Solid understanding of Irish employment law and HR best practices
Bausch & Lomb is committed to equal employment opportunity and complies with equal employment opportunity laws in effect wherever it operates.
