Talent Manager enhancing employee retention and career development across XCEL’s nationwide operations in NDT and petrochemical sectors. Frequent travel required to connect with teams and support workforce strategies.
Responsibilities
Build strong relationships with employees across multiple sites, traveling regularly to meet teams face-to-face
Conduct stay interviews and pulse check-ins to identify morale or retention concerns
Collaborate with leadership to develop retention strategies and initiatives tailored to field operations
Support employee recognition, engagement, and wellness programs across XCEL locations
Partner with employees and managers to establish clear career paths and development plans, including certification or progression opportunities in NDT and related fields
Identify training needs and coordinate with Safety, Quality, and Operations leadership to ensure ongoing skill development
Work with management to understand staffing needs and support recruiting strategies
Participate in the onboarding of new hires to help ensure a smooth transition and strong start
Promote XCEL as an employer of choice within the industry, supporting career fairs, training programs, and outreach efforts
Travel frequently (approximately 75%) to all XCEL job sites and offices
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of HR, talent management, or employee engagement experience—preferably in NDT, pipeline integrity, power generation, petrochemical, or similar industrial environments
Understanding of field operations and workforce challenges in service-based industries is highly beneficial
Proven success improving employee retention and engagement
Excellent communication, listening, and relationship-building skills
Comfortable with heavy travel and working across multiple regions
Passion for people development, problem solving, and culture building.
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