Job description
Our client, an established MNC, is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead the HR function for its manufacturing operations in Batam. The role will partner closely with site leadership and regional HR, overseeing the full spectrum of HR activities with particular emphasis on employee and union relations, workforce management and HR compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the full spectrum of HR operations, including recruitment, compensation & benefits, performance management, talent development, employee engagement and HR administration.
Serve as a strategic HR partner to site leadership on manpower planning, organisational development, succession planning and workforce requirements.
Manage employee, industrial and union relations, maintaining constructive relationships with union representatives and employees.
Handle union-related matters including collective labour agreements (CLA/PKB), negotiations, grievances, disciplinary matters and dispute resolution.
Ensure compliance with Indonesian labour laws, employment regulations, collective agreements and corporate HR policies.
Advise management on employee relations and labour matters, identifying and managing potential workforce risks.
Drive employee engagement, retention and talent development initiatives.
Monitor key HR metrics including headcount, turnover, absenteeism, recruitment and workforce costs.
Work closely with regional/corporate HR on HR programmes, reporting and organisational initiatives.
Lead and develop the site HR team and support organisational changes and business expansion.
Requirements
Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management or a related discipline.
Minimum 8–10 years of progressive HR experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
Prior experience in an HR Manager, Senior HRBP or equivalent HR leadership position.
Strong hands-on experience in industrial and union relations within Indonesia, including dealing directly with labour unions and employee representatives.
Sound knowledge of Indonesian labour laws, employment regulations and collective labour agreements (PKB).
Experience handling grievances, disciplinary matters, negotiations and labour disputes.
Strong exposure to HR operations within a sizeable manufacturing workforce.
Strong stakeholder management, communication and negotiation skills.
Hands-on and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Good command of Bahasa Indonesia and English.
Candidates currently based in Batam, or willing to be based in Batam, are preferred.
Disclaimer
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature, and level, of the work performed by this position. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted, as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required.
We invite interested candidates to write-in with CV and regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a discussion.
Lee Shiow Chyn
EA12C6130
R1112042
hr@hpspartners.com.sg