Assistant Manager-HR Transmission & Distribution/Substation UAE

We have job opportunity as "Assistant Manager-HR" for our esteemed client in T & D industry in UAE.

Position Summary

The Assistant Manager - HR will support the HR Manager in managing end-to-end human resources functions for large-scale Transmission & Distribution (T&D) and Substation projects. The role focuses on manpower planning, recruitment, HR operations, compliance with UAE labor laws, and employee relations across project and corporate locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end recruitment and onboarding for project and corporate roles including engineers, site staff, and support functions.
• Coordinate manpower planning in line with project requirements and mobilization schedules.
• Handle HR operations such as employee records, contracts, leave management, attendance, and payroll coordination.
• Ensure compliance with UAE Labor Law, company HR policies, and client requirements.
• Manage employee relations, grievance handling, and disciplinary processes.
• Coordinate visa, work permit, and PRO-related activities in liaison with external agencies.
• Assist in performance management processes, appraisals, and employee development initiatives.
• Support training and competency development programs for technical and non-technical staff.
• Prepare HR reports, dashboards, and MIS for management review.
• Assist in audits, client inspections, and ISO or internal compliance requirements.
• Act as a key HR point of contact for site and project teams.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related discipline.
• Experience: Minimum 7 years of HR experience, preferably in Transmission & Distribution / Substation / EPC projects.
• UAE Experience: Prior UAE or GCC experience will be a strong advantage.
• Strong knowledge of UAE labor laws, visa processes, and HR best practices.
• Experience handling HR for site-based and project-driven environments.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and HR systems.