HR Generalist

Caterpillar

Dubai

On-site

AED 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Caterpillar is seeking an HR Generalist to provide operational support across a broad range of human resources services for facilities and business units in the Middle East, with strong regional business partner collaboration. The role requires onsite work five days a week and travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities include partnering with management on HR initiatives, aligning policies with regional needs, advising on performance, compensation and benefits, payroll support, and HRIS activities.

Qualifications

  • Degree or equivalent experience desired.
  • At least 6 years of relevant HR experience in a similar role.
  • Strong business acumen and ability to align HR initiatives with business goals.

Responsibilities

  • Partner with management to identify and prioritize HR initiatives that support business goals and organizational objectives.
  • Align HR policies and programs within the business unit or region to enhance employee engagement, retention and performance.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders and managers on HR-related matters including performance management, compensation and benefits.
  • Support monthly payroll process.
  • Track, analyze and report HR metrics to support management decision-making.
  • Coordinate and support learning and development initiatives.

Skills

Business Acumen
Organization Knowledge
Decision Making
Influencing
Data & Reporting
Employee Relations
Talent Management

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Career Area:

Human Resources


Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar yourejoining a global team who cares not just about the work we do but also about each other. We are the makers problem solvers and future world builders who are creating stronger more sustainable communities. We dontjust talk about progress and innovation here we make it happen with our customers where we work and live. Together we are building a better world so we can all enjoy living in it.


About the company:

SPM Oil & Gas is a global provider of surface frac solutions bringing you quality products that keep the oilfield moving. Backed by the power of Caterpillar SPM Oil & Gas is set to improve the lives of those in the communities where we work.


Role Summary

As an HR Generalist you will provide operational support across a broad range of human resources services and functions for facilities and business unit within the Middle East region and business partner support to leaders.


What You Will Do


  • Partner with management to identify and prioritize HR initiatives that support business goals and organizational objectives.

  • Align HR policies and programs within the business unit or region to enhance employee engagement retention and performance.

  • Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders and managers on HR-related matters including performance management compensation and benefits.

  • Support monthly payroll process.

  • Manage salary administration time and attendance processes and HRIS-related activities.

  • Support new employee orientation and onboarding activities to ensure a smooth employee experience.

  • Liaise with Regional and Corporate Human Resources teams to ensure alignment with company policies and practices.

  • Interact with and counsel employees and managers at all levels on a wide range of personnel compensation and benefits-related matters.

  • Assist in addressing employee and labor relations matters in accordance with company policy and local regulations.

  • Coordinate and support learning and development initiatives.

  • Track analyze and report HR metrics and measurements to support management decision-making.

  • Perform other HR-related duties as assigned.


What Will Put You Ahead:


  • Degree or equivalent experience desired.

  • At least 6 years of relevant experience.

  • Business Acumen: Knowledge of business concepts tools and processes that are needed for making sound decisions in the context of the companys business; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.

  • Comments on the organizations business model and financial goals.

  • Communicates key considerations for business decision making process.

  • Cites examples of types of information needed to make sound business decisions.

  • Participates in business task to get things done in own unit or area.

  • Caters to key stakeholders and their priorities.


Skills you must have:

Business Acumen:

Knowledge of business concepts tools and processes that are needed for making sound decisions in the context of the companys business; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.


Knowledge of Organization:

Knowledge of the organizations vision structure culture philosophy operating principles values and code of ethics; ability to understand the value of aligning capabilities with business goals to support optimal performance.


Decision Making and Critical Thinking:

Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.


Influencing:

Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to impact decisions within and outside own organization.


Data Gathering and Reporting:

Knowledge of tools techniques and processes for gathering and reporting data; ability to practice them in a particular department or division of a company.


Employee Relations:

Knowledge of the rights and obligations in the employee relations; ability to adhere to legal requirements when handling employee negotiations.


Talent Management:

Knowledge of how an organization attracts recruits retains identifies and develops talent; ability to develop the talent required for an organization to achieve its short-term and long-term goals.


Additional Notes:


  • This position requires working onsite five days a week.

  • This role requires Travel of 10%.


Posting Dates:

June 9 2026 - June 16 2026


Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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