Assistant HR Manager (Marine / Ship repair)

Reliance Human Resources Consultancy; Dubai; On-site; AED 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance Human Resources Consultancy in Dubai seeks an Assistant HR Manager (Marine / Ship repair) to lead HR operations for a specialized engineering maritime services provider. You will drive manpower planning, recruitment of technical personnel, and the design of competitive compensation packages to support strategic business goals.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years of HR experience in marine and ship repair, strong leadership, and excellent communication skills to engage blue-collar workers

Qualifications

• Min 5–7 years of HR experience in marine and ship repair
• Experience with manpower planning and recruitment of technical personnel
• Knowledge of maritime employment laws and regulations
• Strong leadership and excellent communication across all levels

Responsibilities

• Develop objectives and actions to improve employee satisfaction and retention
• Prepare annual operating plan related to manpower forecasting, salaries and recruitment
• Ensure compliance with maritime employment laws and regulations
• Design and manage competitive compensation, benefits and rewards

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Marine recruitment

Job description

Job Title:

Assistant HR Manager (Marine / Ship repair)

Job Location:

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Job Description / Role:

We are looking for a candidate with a strong expertise in human resources for an engineering marine services provider. The ideal candidate should have an in-depth understanding of HR functions, policies, and manpower strategic planning.

Key Responsibilities:

• To be able to develop objectives and actions to improve employee satisfaction, thereby enhancing and reducing employee retention.
• To develop and prepare various employee analyses for the management
• To take the responsibility to prepare the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) related to manpower planning including forecasting new manpower which include (salaries & recruitment. etc).
• Excellent understanding of the workforce needs and familiarity with recruitment of technical manpower.
• Proficiency in talent acquisition, development, and retention strategies tailored to the unique demands of the company
• Thorough knowledge of employment laws and regulations, particularly those related to the maritime industry, to ensure compliance in all HR practices
• Excellent knowledge in designing and managing compensation packages, benefits, and reward systems that are competitive and aligned with industry standards
• Ability to align HR strategies with the company’s overall business goals, particularly in workforce planning, succession planning, and organizational development
• Experience in managing organizational change, particularly in the context of business restructuring, technological upgrades, or shifts in market demand
• Ability to analyze HR data to inform decision-making, particularly regarding workforce planning, turnover, and employee engagement

Experience Required:

• Min 5-7 years of exp
• MUST be from marine and ship repair industry

Skills Required:

• Excellent communication skills for interacting with employees at all levels, from blue-collar workers to senior management
• MUST have leadership skills

Employment / Job Type:

Full Time

Nationality:

Any Nationality

About the Company:

A Dubai based recruitment consultancy supporting employers with permanent and contract hiring. It sources candidates for commercial, technical, hospitality and corporate roles, offering screening, shortlisting and placement services across the UAE.

Company Industry:

Marine and Ship Repair

Department / Functional Area:

Human Resources

Closing Date:

Not mentioned (apply as soon as possible)