Plant HR Generalist

HR Generalist – Sohar Plant

Location: Sohar, Oman
Industry: Manufacturing / Industrial
Employment Type: Full-time

About ZL Chemicals

ZL Chemicals is an international manufacturing company with operations across Oman, Kuwait, Canada, and the United States. We specialize in advanced chemical and polymer manufacturing, serving global industrial markets with a strong commitment to safety, quality, and innovation. We are currently developing a state-of-the-art polymer manufacturing plant in Sohar, designed to be one of the largest and most technologically advanced facilities in the region. We are looking for motivated and reliable candidates to join our growing team and support the safe and efficient operation of this new facility.

Role Overview

The HR Generalist will support the full employee lifecycle at the Sohar plant, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and training coordination. This is a hands-on, site-based role ideal for an HR professional with experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.

The plant will employ a multinational workforce, including local Omani talent and experienced international specialists, and will operate in a highly regulated industrial environment. The HR function at Sohar is critical to supporting rapid hiring, onboarding, training, and employee relations during commissioning and ramp-up.

Key Responsibilities

• Support high-volume hiring for plant roles.
• Coordinate onboarding and HR inductions for new employees.
• Act as the first point of contact for employee relations matters.
• Coordinate training and maintain training records.
• Ensure compliance with Omani Labour Law and company policies.
• Support day-to-day HR administration and reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3–6 years of HR experience, preferably in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Strong knowledge of Omani Labour Law.
• Experience in recruitment and employee relations.
• Fluent in English; knowledge of Chinese is an asset.
• Organized, proactive, and people-focused.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a greenfield manufacturing project in Sohar.
• Play a key role in building the workforce from the ground up.
• Work with multinational teams in a fast-growing organization.
• Opportunity for long-term career growth.