HR Executive

Industry: Manufacturing

Employment Type: Full-Time

Reporting To: Admin/HR Manager

Job Summary

We are looking for a proactive HR Executive to manage end-to-end HR operations for a manufacturing workforce of approximately 100 employees. The role involves recruitment, HR administration, employee relations, and ensuring full compliance with UAE Labour Law and company policies.

Key Responsibilities

1. Recruitment & Workforce Planning
   • Manage end-to-end recruitment for factory staff, technicians, and office roles
   • Source candidates through job portals, referrals, and local networks
   • Screen CVs, conduct initial interviews, and coordinate hiring with department heads
   • Ensure timely hiring to meet production and operational requirements
2. Onboarding & Employee Lifecycle
   • Prepare offer letters, employment contracts, and joining documentation
   • Coordinate onboarding for blue-collar and white-collar employees
   • Handle probation tracking, confirmations, and employee exits
   • Conduct exit interviews and clearance procedures
3. HR Administration & Operations
   • Maintain employee records and documentation (digital and physical)
   • Manage attendance sheet schedules, leave records, and overtime
   • Use HR systems such as Odoo ERP or similar HRMS
   • Issue HR letters (salary certificates, NOCs, warnings, etc.)
4. Payroll Coordination
   • Support payroll preparation for 100 employees
   • Validate timesheets, overtime, and deductions
   • Coordinate with finance for accurate and timely salary processing
5. Employee Relations (Factory Environment)
   • Address worker concerns, grievances, and disciplinary matters
   • Maintain a positive work environment across factory and office staff
   • Ensure proper communication between management and workforce
   • Support employee engagement and welfare initiatives
6. Compliance & UAE Labour Law
   • Ensure adherence to UAE Labour Law and Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation regulations
   • Coordinate visa processing, labour cards, and Emirates ID renewals
   • Maintain legally compliant employment contracts and records
   • Support audits and inspections
7. Performance & Training
   • Assist in performance appraisals for staff and workers
   • Maintain training records (safety, compliance, technical skills)
   • Coordinate onboarding and safety training for factory workers
8. HR Reporting
   • Prepare reports on attendance, overtime, recruitment, and turnover
   • Monitor workforce metrics relevant to manufacturing operations

Skills Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum 2 years of HR experience in the UAE (manufacturing preferred)
• Basic knowledge of UAE Labour Law and HR best practices
• Experience handling blue-collar workforce is highly preferred
• Familiarity with HRMS/ERP systems (Odoo or similar)
• Proficient in MS Office (especially Excel)

Language Requirements

• Fluent in English (mandatory)
• Hindi proficiency preferred (to support workforce communication)

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Currently based in the UAE
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Good interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: Competitive (based on experience)
• Benefits: As per UAE Labour Law (visa, medical insurance, annual leave, etc.)