Daikin Europe NV (DENV) is a subsidiary of Daikin Industries Limited, a Japanese outstanding company and worldwide the biggest developer, producer and supplier of HVAC-R (heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration) solutions, including heating pumps and cooling technology.
DENV is Daikin’s sales, R&D, and production headquarters for Europe, the Middle-East and Africa. The headquarter has Belgian offices in Brussels, Ghent and Ostend, as well as 8 production plants, 24 sales subsidiaries and offices and a whole network of independent distributors and dealers across the EMEA region.
About the Department: The EMEA Development Centre (EDC) drives innovation and development within Daikin Europe and the EMEA Development Control department plays a pivotal role in supporting our development teams. Main responsibilities encompass project and resource planning and follow-up, as well as the set-up and enhancement of internal processes and systems within the R&D organization.
Job Location: DENV Research & Development Center in Ghent (Zwijnaarde), with occasional travel to other locations as required.
About the position: As an Internal Communication Officer, you will be responsible for coordinating, creating, and enhancing communication initiatives within the EMEA Development Centre. You will ensure that employees are informed, engaged, and aligned with company objectives, while strengthening collaboration and community spirit across the organization.
Coordinate and deliver the EDC Newsletter and Newsflashes, ensuring timely communication of key updates, achievements, and initiatives.
Coordinate and host onboarding activities for new employees, including EDC-specific Newcomer Days, site visits, and introductory sessions, while continuously improving the newcomer experience and supporting successful integration into the organization.
Organize and support product launch events and internal showcases, highlighting innovation, teamwork, and project successes across EMEA. Plan and execute other initiatives that enhance engagement within EDC.
Maintain and continuously improve the EDC intranet to ensure accessibility and transparency of information. Support the creation of dedicated SharePoint platforms (e.g., sustainability, cybersecurity) to centralize and promote information.
Daikin Europe is a subsidiary of Daikin Industries Ltd. and the leading provider of heating, cooling, ventilation, air purification, and refrigeration technology. The company designs, manufactures and brings to market a broad portfolio of equipment, as well as tailor-made solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial purposes in Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). To date, Daikin EMEA has over 12 000 employees across more than 59 consolidated subsidiaries. It has 12 major manufacturing facilities based in Belgium, the Czech Republic, Germany, Italy, Spain, Turkey, Austria, and the UK. Our aim is to drive sustainable and effective solutions, sparking a good climate for the generations to come. And all this can only be achieved because of our People.
Good climate starts with people
Our employees are the beating heart of our company. At Daikin, you get to work in a positive environment backed by trust, creativity and continuous improvement. Together, we create our top-quality solutions by empowering talented teams. You will get plenty of opportunities to learn and grow. We are deeply committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that reflects the communities we serve. Good climate starts with people.
