HR Manager

Gravita India Ltd; Mundra; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Flexible work options

Career progression

Wellness programs

Job summary

Gravita India Ltd. invites an experienced Plant HR Head to oversee end-to-end HR, IR, payroll, time office, and plant administration at Mundra, Gujarat. The role drives uninterrupted operations, statutory compliance, and workforce stability with a data-driven, compliant approach.

The candidate will coordinate between Plant, Corporate HR, and Operations, delivering MIS and risk escalations while managing blue- and white-collar lifecycles in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• MBA/BB A with HR & Operations specialization.
• 10+ years of plant HR, IR, payroll and admin experience in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of statutory compliance and governance reporting.
• Proficiency in HRIS, payroll systems, and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• End-to-End HR lifecycle ownership for blue- and white-collar staff at the plant.
• Drive plant-level PMS, culture, engagement, and attrition reporting.
• Lead Time Office and Payroll governance with strict compliance.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Structured Problem-Solving

Governance & Compliance

HRIS & Payroll

Stakeholder Management

MS Office & MIS

Education

MBA in HR/Operations

Tools

HRIS

Payroll Software

MS Office

Job description

10 - 15 Years

FULL TIME

Job Description

Job Title: Plant HR Head Department: HR Location: Mundra, Gujarat Job Type: Full Time Gravita Group is anIndia-based multinational company which stands as a global frontrunner in therecycling industry, specializing in sustainable solutions that contribute to acleaner and greener planet, established in 1992. We are committed to fosteringsustainability and advocating the circular economy, our core focus lies inwaste minimization and optimal resource utilization. Specializing in therecycling of secondary Lead metal, Aluminium Alloys, Plastic and Rubber, we arepioneers in implementing advanced recycling solutions and technologies. Gravita is having footprintsin more than 70 countries with a manufacturing facility worldwide, spanningseven countries: Ghana, Tanzania, Senegal, Togo, Mozambique, Sri Lanka, andIndia. Our mission is to driveinnovation in recycling processes while ensuring the highest standards ofquality, safety, and sustainability. Gravita Group prides itself on fostering aculture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement, empoweringour team to make a lasting impact on the environment and the communities weserve. Join Gravita Group and be partof a visionary organization where your work contributes to shaping asustainable future! More about Gravita can beexplored at: www.gravitaindia.com Job Summary: The Plant HR Head is responsible for end-to-end ownership of HR, Industrial Relations, Time Office, Payroll, and Plant Administration at the unit level, ensuring uninterrupted operations, statutory compliance, and workforce stability. The role functions as a single-point coordinator between the Plant, Corporate HR, and Operations, with clear accountability for execution, governance, and reporting. The position demands a compliance-first, data-driven, and execution-oriented mindset to manage blue- and white-collar workforce lifecycle, maintain industrial harmony, and ensure zero-defect payroll and statutory adherence. The incumbent is expected to deliver timely, structured MIS and risk escalations to Corporate HR and Operations, proactively managing people, compliance, and community interfaces in alignment with Gravita’s organizational standards and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

1. Workforce Lifecycle & Plant HR Operations

• End-to-End Ownership (Join-to-Exit): Drive complete HR lifecycle management for blue-and white-collar workforce, including manpower planning, recruitment,onboarding, performance management, learning interventions, engagement,and separations.
• PMS & Culture Execution: Implement and manage the Blue-Collar PMSframework with measurable outcomes. Drive plant-level engagement, welfare,and culture initiatives aligned with Corporate HR directives.
• Corporate Coordination: Ensure periodic and exception-based reportingon manpower, attrition, disciplinary cases, and engagement metrics toCorporate HR.

2. Time Office & Payroll Governance

• Operational Leadership: Lead the Plant Time Office and Payroll teams toensure accuracy, timeliness, and system discipline.
• Compliance-First Payroll: Ensure zero-defect compliance with PF, ESIC, PT,LWF, Factories Act, Contract Labour, and other applicable laws.
• Reporting & Controls: Submit monthly payroll, attendance, andstatutory compliance MIS to Corporate HR and Operations within definedtimelines.

3. Industrial Relations & Statutory Compliance

• IR Stewardship: Manage manpower, negotiations, grievances, disciplinary actions,and dispute resolution to sustain industrial harmony and businesscontinuity.
• Authority Liaisoning: Act as the nodal point for labour departments,factories inspectorate, police, and other regulatory bodies.
• Audits & Returns: Lead statutory audits, inspections, and filings.Ensure on-time submission of all statutory returns with documentedevidence shared with Corporate HR.
• Risk Escalation: Immediately escape IR or compliance risks toCorporate HR and Operations with clear action plans.

4. Plant Administration &Infrastructure

• Administrative Control: Oversee security, housekeeping, canteen,transport, accommodation, and other employee facilities with a focus oncost, quality, and compliance.
• Vendor & Budget Management: Manage administrative vendors and plant adminbudgets; ensure cost optimization without compromising statutory or safetystandards.
• HSE Oversight (Admin Scope): Ensure adherence to HSE norms acrossadministrative and employee-facing facilities in coordination withOperations and Safety teams.
• Operational Reporting: Share monthly admin, cost, and facilityperformance reports with Corporate Operations.

5. Community Relations & CSRInterface

• Local Stakeholder Management: Manage community relations and represent theorganization at local forums.
• CSR Execution: Coordinate plant-level CSR activities in alignment with CorporateCSR strategy and reporting frameworks.
• Governance Reporting: Ensure timely updates and documentation toCorporate HR / CSR teams.

Critical Success Factors

• High plant maturity with corporate alignmentmindset
• Zero tolerance for compliance lapses
• Strong IR handling with data-backeddecision-making
• Timely, structured reporting to Corporate HR& Operations
• Ability to operate independently while stayinggovernance-aligned

Education and Experience

• Education: Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with specialization in Human Resources and Operations .
• Experience: 10+ years of progressive, plant-level experience in HR, Industrial Relations, Time Office, Payroll, and Administration within a manufacturing / process industry environment, with proven exposure to corporate coordination, statutory compliance, and governance-driven reporting .

Key Skills

• Strategic Thinking & Structured Problem-Solving: Ability to anticipate people, IR, and compliance risks, diagnose root causes, and implement practical, scalable solutions aligned with plant and corporate priorities.
• Integrity & Ethical Governance: Demonstrates uncompromising ethical standards with a strong compliance mindset; protects organizational credibility in all statutory, IR, and people decisions.
• Proactive, Results-Oriented Execution: Operates with a closure-driven mindset; prioritizes outcomes over activity and delivers within defined timelines without repeated follow-ups.
• Stakeholder & Interface Management: Effectively manages plant leadership, corporate HR, operations, unions, authorities, and vendors with clarity, influence, and accountability.
• Digital & Systems Proficiency: Strong working knowledge of HRIS, payroll and attendance systems, and advanced MS Office for data analysis, MIS, and decision support.

Job Snapshot

Updated Date

08-10-2026

Job ID

JobID1097

Department

HR

Location

At Gravita, we believe that when our people thrive, so doesour business. We’re committed to supporting your personal and professionalgrowth through meaningful benefits and a people-first culture.

Professional Growth

• Structuredlearning & development programs, through assessment and developmentcenters
• Best-in-classe-learning and digital platforms
• Careerprogression opportunities across functions & geographies
• Accessto leadership mentorship and training
• Continuousperformance evaluation
• InternalJob opportunities- Within the Group Companies

Competitive Compensation

• Transparentand performance-linked salary structure
• Annualreviews and reward-based recognition
• VariablePay aligned with business performance
• Comprehensivemedical insurance for employees, dependents, and parents/parent -in-Laws
• Wellnessprograms & periodic health check-ups
• Safeand inclusive work environment

Work-Life Balance

• LeavePolicies– Generous maternity and paternity leave.
• Flexibility–Supportive of personal needs with flexible work options.
• Welfare–Comprehensive schemes to enhance employee well-being.
• Engagement–Promoting connection, creativity, and collaboration.

Purpose-Driven Work

• Bepart of a company driving sustainability and circular economypractices
• Opportunitiesto work on green initiatives & global impact projects

Recognition & Rewards

• Employeerecognition programs through various R&R schemes
• Annualawards and team celebrations

Culture & Inclusion

• Transparentcommunication and open-door leadership
• Diversity,Equity & Inclusion programs

Work with Pleasure – It’s notjust our tagline; it’s how we work every day at Gravita.