Plant HR Generalist

Job Information

Date Opened

02/03/2026

Job Type

Full time

Job Opening Status

Open

Work Experience

5–8 years of HR experience, preferably in manufacturing or industrial settings.

Industry

Manufacturing

City

Sohar

State/Province

Al Batinah

Country

Sultanate of Oman

Zip/Postal Code

0000

• Lead and execute the plant workforce hiring plan in line with operational and commissioning requirements.
  
• Manage end-to-end recruitment for plant operations, maintenance, technical, and support functions, including high-volume hiring where required.
  
• Coordinate and manage external recruitment agencies, manpower suppliers, and other hiring partners.
  
• Ensure all candidates meet required qualifications, certifications, and competency standards, particularly for safety-critical and technical roles.
  
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in compliance with company standards and Omani labour regulations.
  

• Oversee employee onboarding, HR induction, and site orientation programs for new hires.
  
• Coordinate technical, safety, compliance, and soft-skills training in collaboration with internal stakeholders and approved external training providers.
  
• Maintain training matrices, certification registers, and related compliance documentation.
  
• Support Omanization objectives through structured onboarding, training, and employee development initiatives.

• Act as the primary HR contact and escalation point for employee relations matters at the plant.
  
• Advise and support managers on disciplinary processes, grievance handling, attendance, and performance management in line with company policy and Omani labour law.
  
• Promote a respectful, safe, and engaged workplace culture aligned with company values.
  
• Support employee welfare, accommodation coordination, and engagement initiatives to enhance retention and morale. 4. Compliance, Governance & HR Administration
  
• Ensure full compliance with Omani Labour Law, company HR policies, and internal governance requirements.
  
• Prepare and manage employment contracts, official letters, employee files, and HR reporting.
  
• Liaise with relevant government authorities as required, including labour, social security, training, and ICV-related bodies.
  
• Support internal and external audits related to HR processes and compliance.
  
• Provide day-to-day HR administrative support and reporting to plant management and corporate HR. 5. HR Administration & Management Support
  
• Provide comprehensive day-to-day HR administrative support for the Sohar plant, including employee records, correspondence, reporting, and documentation.
  
• Ensure accurate maintenance of personnel files, HR systems, and statutory records in compliance with company standards and Omani labour requirements.
  
• Prepare HR reports, dashboards, and workforce data as required by plant management and corporate HR.
  
• Support payroll, leave administration, attendance tracking, and coordination with Finance, as required.
  
• Provide HR advisory and operational support to the General Manager and Deputy General Manager.
  
• Support special HR projects and initiatives assigned by plant leadership as required during commissioning and operational phases. Requirements

• Timely execution of the approved plant hiring plan in line with commissioning and operational milestones.
  
• Recruitment quality measured by probation completion rate and early attrition levels.
  

• Completion rate of onboarding, HR induction, and site orientation within defined timelines.
  
• Training completion and certification compliance rate (technical, safety, and mandatory training).
  

• Timely and compliant resolution of employee relations issues, grievances, and disciplinary cases.
  
• Employee turnover and absenteeism levels within agreed plant targets.
  
• Participation and engagement levels in employee welfare and engagement initiatives.
  
• Positive feedback from managers and employees on HR support and responsiveness.
  

• Timely preparation and accuracy of employment contracts, official letters, and employee documentation.
  
• Compliance with audit requirements, including successful completion of internal and external HR audits.
  
• Timely and accurate HR reporting to plant management and corporate HR.
  
• Effective coordination with government authorities (labour, social security, training, ICV) without regulatory penalties or delays.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
  
• 5–8 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.