Senior HR Specialist - Apprenticeship & Vocational Training (m/f/d) (Ausbildungsberater/in)
The European Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (ESMC) GmbHis a joint venture between TSMC, Bosch, Infineon, and NXP. For thefirst time, TSMC, the global technology leader, is establishing asemiconductor fabrication plant in the heart of Europe, offeringleading-edge manufacturing technologies for next-generationsemiconductor products. ESMC represents a shared commitment tostrengthening the European semiconductor ecosystem. For our future fabin Dresden, we are looking for a highly motivated and dedicated: Senior HR Specialist - Apprenticeship & Vocational Training (m/f/d)Are you ready to strategically and pedagogically lead the end-to-endapprentice journey for Europe's newest, most advanced semiconductorfacility? As a Senior HR Specialist - Apprenticeship & VocationalTraining (m/f/d) at ESMC in Dresden, you will move beyond standardadministration to drive collaborative success across all core phasesof our technical vocational education. You will be the architect ofour future talent pipeline— managing employer branding at schools,coordinating dual-training plans, mentoring Gen-Z apprentices, andensuring legal compliance. Fitting into our fast-paced greenfieldenvironment, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape the nextgeneration of microtechnology and industrial specialists from theground up!
Tasks
- Talent Attraction & Recruitment: Design and executetargeted school marketing strategies, represent ESMC at career fairs,manage the applicant pipeline, conduct interviews, and issueapprenticeship contracts.
- Onboarding & Pastoral Care: Serve as theprimary point of contact and dedicated mentor for future apprentices,coordinating orientation phases and providing continuous coaching.
- Training Curriculum Coordination: Design dual-training plans, manageinternal rotations across manufacturing departments, and coordinateclosely with local vocational schools (Berufsschulen).
- Train-the-Trainer Support: Provide ongoing pedagogical and structuredguidance to our operational Fab trainers on the manufacturing floor.
- Legal Compliance: Ensure full operational compliance with the GermanVocational Training Act (BBiG), the Youth Employment Protection Act(JArbSchG), and other relevant educational laws. Key StakeholderManagement: Build and maintain excellent collaborative relationshipswith the local Works Council (Betriebsrat/JAV), vocational schools,and local chambers (IHK).
- Graduation & Placement: Coordinate finalexam preparations, align with department managers to map outpost-graduation career pathways, and handle transition contractprocesses.
Profile Must-Have:
- Certifications: Holder of the AdA-Schein(AEVO / Ausbildereignungsprüfung)—the mandatory qualification totrain apprentices in Germany.
- Education: Academic degree (B.Sc./M.Sc.)or certified technical expert background (Staatlich geprüfterTechniker) with a verified trainer/tester license. Experience: 5+years of professional experience managing vocational training programswithin a technical, manufacturing, or industrial environment (e.g.,semiconductor, automotive, automation, or chemical industries).
- Regulatory & Institutional Knowledge: Strong, practical experienceworking successfully with the IHK and a deep understanding of Germanlegal frameworks (BBiG, JArbSchG, and BetrVG). Languages: FluentGerman (C1/C2) is mandatory for official communications withauthorities, schools, and parents. Strong English skills (B2/C1) arerequired for internal collaboration in our international corporateenvironment.
- Pedagogical Drive: Exceptional communication skills withthe ability to motivate, resolve conflicts, and guide Gen-Z youngadults through their personal and professional development.Nice-to-Have:
- Familiarity with cleanroom environments, semiconductorfab safety regulations, and the technical demands of Microtechnology(Mikrotechnologe/In).
- Experience setting up apprenticeship structuresin a fast-growing, ramp-up corporate environment.
We offer Security &Perspective: A permanent employment contract and career advancementopportunities in one of Europe's leading semiconductors fabs. CompanyPension Plan & Financial Benefits: We support your financialwell-being with our robust
- company pension plan. As an ESMC employee,you also benefit directly from TSMC’s performance through anexclusive Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
- Relocation Support forDresden: Moving for us? We’ll provide you with all the support youwill need for your relocation and your start in Dresden. Training &Development: At the TSMC Newcomer Training Center, gain a deeperunderstanding of the processes involved in operating complexsemiconductor equipment through unique hands-on training, while youcontinuously expand your knowledge.
- Health & Well-Being: An annualbudget for your health and well-being (e.g., for sports classes,massages, or relaxation) helps you stay fit.
- Meals & Transportation: Enjoy a daily meal allowance as well as a subsidized publictransportation (e.g., for the Deutschlandticket). Additional contactdetails Please apply with your English resume.

