Norbert Halmer

Global Head of People Engagement @ RHI Magnesita | Strategic HR Management

Vienna, Vienna, Austria

About

As the Global Head of Employee Engagement at RHI Magnesita, my focus lies in fostering a culture of inclusivity, spearheading employee development initiatives, and leveraging AI to enhance people development processes. With over a decade of experience in HR management, I am committed to driving strategic organizational development, leadership growth, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts. My contributions include implementing global people and culture programs, facilitating talent development, and partnering with executive management to align HR strategies with organizational goals. Passionate about creating a connected and engaged workforce, I lead initiatives designed to nurture future leaders and improve employee experiences globally.

Experience

  • RHI Magnesita (Full-time · 6 yrs 6 mos)
    • Global Head of Employee Engagement
      Mar 2026 - Present · 4 mos

      • Initiatives in company culture, employee development, and training to enhance overall engagement. • Global Trainee Program to nurture future leaders within the organization. • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) efforts, fostering a more inclusive workplace. • Leveraged AI in people development to streamline processes and improve employee experiences.

    • Global Head of People Engagement & Global People & Culture BP - Corporate Functions
      Aug 2025 - Mar 2026 · 8 mos

      Global Head of People Engagement: - Company Culture - Employee Development and Training - Org Development & Leadership - DEI - Global Trainee Program Global P&C Business Partner: - Strategic Global P&C Business Partner to Executive Management - Sparring Partner for C-Level to support and drive Organizational Development & Strategic initiatives - Driving and Implementing global P&C Initiatives (Talent Development, Comp & Ben, etc.)

    • Global People & Culture BP - Global Comms, IMO and Cooperate Strategy
      Jun 2023 - Aug 2025 · 2 yrs 3 mos

      - Strategic Global P&C Business Partner to Executive Management - Sparring Partner for C-Level to support and drive Organizational Development & Strategic initiatives - Driving and Implementing global P&C Initiatives (Talent Development, Comp & Ben, etc.)

  • HR Business Partner - Austria at Air Liquide
    Jun 2017 - Dec 2019 · 2 yrs 7 mos

  • HR Business Partner at Schindler Aufzüge und Fahrtreppen GmbH (Austria)
    Nov 2015 - Jun 2017 · 1 yr 8 mos

  • HR Specialist - L&D and HR Tools at KONE
    Jan 2013 - Oct 2015 · 2 yrs 10 mos

  • HR Specialist - Recruiting & Employer Branding at REWE International AG
    Oct 2011 - Oct 2012 · 1 yr 1 mo