(Senior) Absenteeism Coordinator

Do you have extensive experience in absenteeism guidance and do you enjoy advising managers, guiding employees, and improving processes? At Collins Foods, we are looking for a (Senior) Absenteeism Coordinator who takes control of the entire absenteeism and reintegration process within our Dutch organization. You are the expert in the field of absenteeism, prevention, and sustainable employability and know how to combine legal regulations with a pragmatic and human-centered approach. You get energy from shaping this relatively new role and see it as a great challenge to take absenteeism management within Collins Foods to the next level!

What will you do?

In this role, you are responsible for coordinating and guiding absenteeism trajectories from A to Z. You support managers with (complex) cases, monitor legal obligations, and ensure that employees receive the right guidance during their reintegration process. In addition, you work closely with occupational health physicians, case managers, and your HR colleagues.

You also analyze absenteeism figures and identify trends within the organization. You translate these insights into concrete advice and improvement initiatives that contribute to sustainable employability and the well-being of our employees. You also play an active role in further professionalizing absenteeism processes, reports, and practices.

What do you bring?

You are a strong conversationalist who easily switches between employees, managers, and external stakeholders. You know how to involve people in your advice and always keep an eye on both the human aspect and the business interest.

Furthermore, you have:

• A completed HBO education, preferably in HR, Case Management, or a similar field;

• At least 5 years of experience in absenteeism guidance, case management, or occupational health services;

• Good knowledge of Dutch absenteeism legislation, including the Gatekeeper Improvement Act, WIA, and UWV processes;

• Strong communication and analytical skills;

• A proactive, structured, and solution-oriented approach;

• Good command of both the Dutch and English language.

Why Collins Foods?

At Collins Foods, you will be part of an international and growing organization where people are central. You will have plenty of opportunities to use your expertise, improve processes, and truly make an impact on the health and employability of our employees.

About Collins Foods

Collins Foods is one of the largest KFC franchisees in the world. From our European headquarters in Amsterdam, we support our restaurants in the Netherlands and Germany. Together, we build an organization where employees can develop, work with pleasure, and bring out the best in themselves every day.

You will join a close-knit and friendly HR team with 10 colleagues in the Netherlands. We have ambitious growth plans, and no day is the same. There is always something to do, we work hard, enjoy helping each other, and have a lot of fun together. We regularly organize fun team activities, drinks, and other moments to celebrate successes together.

Ready to use your expertise for the health and sustainable employability of our employees? Then we would love to meet you!

What can you expect?

• A good salary, depending on your education and relevant work experience;

• Allocation of shares after one year in permanent employment;

• 25 vacation days and 2 extra designated days off;

• 8% holiday pay;

• An attractive bonus scheme;

• A good pension, with the employer paying a large part of the premium;

• A laptop and phone;

• Hybrid working and attention to a healthy work-life balance;

• Room for development through education and training;

• A pleasant working atmosphere with enjoyable drinks and team outings;

• Plenty of room for initiative and personal growth.

Ready to seize this opportunity with both hands?

Apply directly or contact Lotte van den Berg at +31 6 21 893614 or via lvandenberg@collinsfoods.eu if you have any questions.

Acquisition as a result of this vacancy is not appreciated. We prefer to recruit our colleagues ourselves.