Proactive is an HR & Consultancy firm.

Our client in the construction industry is looking for an HR Executive.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Recruitment & Onboarding

• Coordinate end-to-end recruitment for both local and foreign employees, including job postings, shortlisting, interviewing, and selection.
• Liaise with labor contractors and staffing agencies for bulk hiring needs.
• Verify documentation such as identity proof, educational certificates, and background checks.
• Conduct induction programs, including company policies, safety protocols, and job expectations.

2. Attendance & Payroll Management

• Monitor attendance and timekeeping systems (manual or biometric).
• Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing, including overtime, shift allowances, and deductions.
• Handle wage-related queries and disputes.

3. Labor Law Compliance

• Ensure compliance with Workers' Rights Act and to keep abreast of any amendments.
• Advise Management on important labour relations issues;
• Liaise with government bodies during inspections or audits.
• Renew of licenses (work permits) of foreign employees and ensure contractor compliance.

4. Employee Relations & Engagement

• Act as a liaison between management and workers to resolve grievances.
• Address issues related to discipline, absenteeism, and behavioural concerns and report same to Management.
• Conduct regular site visits to maintain a sound employees / employer relationship.
• Deal with disciplinary cases and ensure that the appropriate actions are taken.
• Deal with termination and redundancy cases.
• Liaise with Trade Unions whenever required.
• Represent the Company before relevant authorities such as the Ministry of Labour, Industrial Court, Commission for Conciliation and Mediation, etc.
• Plan and execute engagement activities (e.g., recognition programs, sports events, cultural events).

5. Health, Safety & Welfare

• Work with the safety team to ensure workers follow health and safety standards.
• Coordinate regular health check-ups and wellness programs.
• Monitor and promote usage of PPE and other safety gear.

6. Training & Development

• Identify skill gaps and coordinate job-specific training programs.
• Ensure employees receive basic training in areas like machinery handling, safety protocols, and quality standards.
• Maintain training records.

7. Documentation & Record Keeping

• Maintain up-to-date employee records both physically and digitally.
• Generate HR reports related to workforce strength, attrition, absenteeism, etc.

8. Handling Exits

• Manage the offboarding process including clearance, final settlement, and exit interviews.
• Provide experience letters and other documentation as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree Human Resource Management
• At least 3 to 5 years’ experience in a similar position
• Exposure to the construction industry is an advantage
• Trustworthy
• Able to work under pressure and tight deadlines

Proactive reserves the right:  

• To call only the shortlisted candidates for interview. 
• Not to make any appointment following this advertisement nor to assign any reason whatsoever for accepting or rejecting any candidate.