HR Officer

HR Officer – Construction Company

Employment Type: Full-time

Reports To: HR Manager

Job Summary

The HR Officer plays a critical role in supporting the human resources function within a dynamic construction environment. This position ensures compliance with labor laws, manages workforce logistics, and fosters a safe, productive, and engaged workplace culture across project sites and corporate offices.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruitment & Onboarding
• Coordinate hiring for site and office roles, including laborers, engineers, and administrative staff.
• Conduct interviews, background checks, and onboarding processes.
• Employee Relations
• Address grievances, mediate disputes, and promote positive labor relations.
• Support site supervisors in managing team dynamics and morale.
• Compliance & Documentation
• Ensure adherence to labor laws, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Maintain accurate employee records, contracts, and certifications.
• Training & Development
• Organize safety training, skill development workshops, and orientation sessions.
• Track training completion and evaluate effectiveness.
• Payroll & Benefits
• Assist in payroll processing, attendance tracking, and leave management.
• Administer employee benefits and respond to related inquiries.
• Health & Safety
• Collaborate with HSE teams to promote safety awareness and compliance.
• Support incident reporting and follow-up procedures.
• Performance Management
• Monitor employee performance and support appraisal processes.
• Help identify high-potential staff for promotion or development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 2+ years of HR experience, preferably in construction or industrial sectors.
• Strong knowledge of labor laws and HR best practices.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience working on construction sites or with field teams.
• Multilingual abilities (especially useful in diverse labor environments).
• Certification in HR (e.g., CIPD, SHRM) is a plus.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent