HR Manager - Manpower Optimisation

Emirates Flight Catering; Dubai; Presencial; AED 250.000 - 450.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary & benefits

Two duty meals provided

Health and wellness coverage

Paid time off & public holidays

Performance-based bonus & salaryReview

NAJM Awards recognition

Learning & development support

Team events & engagement

Descripción de la vacante

Emirates Flight Catering is seeking a senior expert to lead manpower planning, data analytics, and workforce budgeting in Dubai. The role partners with department heads to build robust staffing models and allocate resources efficiently while maintaining compliance with labour regulations.

It focuses on dashboards, insights, and continuous improvement through data-driven decision making. The successful candidate will drive capability building, collaborate across functions, and guide HR through

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree required in mathematics, business administration, industrial engineering or similar discipline.
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Responsabilidades

• Drive the manpower planning framework including data, reporting and review standards to align with goals and needs.
• Lead workforce data analysis and forecasting with accurate staffing levels, utilization, and short-term needs.
• Partner with department heads to implement staffing models reflecting current and planned operational requirements.
• Set the approach for optimal workforce allocation models and rostering, maximizing productivity and cost-efficiency while complying with labour laws and policies.
• Oversee manpower planning reporting framework and review dashboards to support decision-making.
• Partner with finance to implement manpower budgets and monitor variances to drive cost control.
• Provide workforce data and insights on retirement, vacancy and critical positions to support succession planning.
• Monitor industry trends and implement best practices to improve manpower productivity.
• Deliver trainings on manpower planning tools and processes for HR and business stakeholders.
• Support change initiatives by collecting data, preparing implementation plans, and rolling out new processes or systems.

Conocimientos

Listening & negotiation

Supervisory skills

Planning & organizing

Communication skills

Data collection & analysis

Budget & cost control

Stakeholder management

Educación

Bachelor's degree in mathematics, business administration, industrial engineering or similar

Descripción del empleo

• Drive the manpower planning framework including data, reporting and review standards, to ensure consistent alignment with organizational goals and operational needs.


• Lead workforce data analysis and forecasting by providing accurate and timely information on current staffing levels, utilization rates, and short-term needs.


• Partner with department heads to implement and update staffing models, ensuring they reflect current and planned operational requirements.


• Set the approach for optimal workforce allocation models and rostering as per established guidelines, maximizing productivity and cost-efficiency while maintaining compliance with labour laws and company policies.


• Oversee the manpower planning reporting framework and review workforce dashboards and management reports to ensure accurate workforce insights are available to support operational and strategic decision-making.


• Partner with finance teams to implement manpower budgets, endorsing validated requirements and monitoring variances, to drive cost control.


• Provide workforce data and retirement, vacancy and critical-position insights to relevant HR teams to support succession and workforce continuity planning.


• Monitor industry trends and implement approved best practices in manpower planning, contributing to the continuous improvement of operational efficiency and understanding of manpower productivity at the Company.


• Deliver and build capability for HR and business stakeholders by providing trainings on manpower planning tools and processes, to support consistent use of the framework.


• Support manpower-related change initiatives by collecting and analysing relevant data, preparing implementation plans, and assisting with the rollout of new processes or systems.

Qualifications

Education Qualification:

Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, business administration, industrial engineering or similar discipline.

Work Experience:

Minimum of 7 years of experience in human resources or manpower planning, or similar.

At least 3 years' experience in resource management, staff budgeting, manpower planning or similar discipline, preferred.

Implementation of resource management systems within a large organisation is preferred but not essential.

Skills:

Ability to listen, advise, counsel, influence and negotiate at all levels

Advanced Supervisory Skills

Advanced Planning and Organising Skills

Advanced Communication Skills

Advanced Data Collection and Analysis Skills

Proficient Budget and Cost Control Knowledge

At Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC), our people are at the heart of everything we do. As one of the world’s largest catering and hospitality services providers, we deliver excellence at scale—supporting airlines, hospitality brands, and global events every day. Our success is driven by the passion, professionalism, and commitment of our teams.

Why Work With Us

At EKFC, your role matters. Whether you work in operations, engineering, corporate services, or support functions, you contribute to delivering safe, reliable, and high‑quality services every single day.

You’ll be part of:

• A globally recognised organisation within the Emirates Group ecosystem


• A diverse, multicultural workforce united by shared standards and values


• A fast‑paced, operational environment where responsibility and professionalism matter


• A workplace that values integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement

Life at EKFC

What you can expect:

• Collaborative and approachable leadership


• A diverse, multicultural team


• Open communication and transparency

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your well‑being:

• Competitive salary and benefits


• Two duty meals provided at EKFC


• Health and wellness coverage


• Paid time off and public holidays


• Performance‑based annual bonus and salary review opportunities, subject to eligibility and company policy


• Recognition for achievements and commitment, including monetary NAJM Awards (Appreciation, Bronze, Silver & Gold levels)


• Learning and development support


• Team events and engagement activities

Benefits may vary by role and location.

Our Recruitment Journey

Our recruitment process is designed to be transparent and respectful:

• Application review


• Initial interview or assessment


• Technical Interview & Case Study presentation


• Employment Contract

We aim to keep candidates informed every step of the way.

The recruitment and interview process may vary depending on the role.