Labour Workforce Management and Relations

Alliance Recruitment Agency; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Performance Incentives

Professional Development

Work-Life Balance

Career Growth

Provident Fund & Gratuity

Job summary

Alliance Recruitment Agency is seeking a senior Labour Manager to design and execute labour strategies, build a robust subcontractor network, and ensure regulatory compliance across construction sites.

The role emphasizes leadership, negotiation, and strong HR expertise within EPC settings. You will work with project teams to optimize workforce deployment while maintaining safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in HR, Business Admin, Industrial Relations, or related field.
• 10+ years of labour management, industrial relations, or HR experience in construction/EPC.
• Strong knowledge of Indian labour laws and compliance.
• Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in SAP ERP or similar systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage labour strategies for recruitment, deployment, and retention of workers.
• Build and maintain a reliable subcontractor network for labour supply.
• Ensure compliance with labour laws and regulations.
• Improve workforce efficiency through training and performance management.
• Handle labour relations and resolve disputes to maintain harmony.
• Coordinate with site teams to meet labour needs and site execution.
• Track and report labour metrics such as costs, utilization, absenteeism, and turnover.
• Negotiate labour contracts with subcontractors and unions.
• Drive health and safety standards across labour practices.
• Foster relationships with unions, regulatory bodies, and other stakeholders.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

SAP ERP

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in HR/IR/Business Admin

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Develop and Manage Labour Strategies: Formulate and execute strategies for effective labour management, including recruitment, deployment, and retention of skilled and unskilled workers to meet project needs.
• Build a Reliable Sub-Contractor Network: Identify, assess, and onboard subcontractors to ensure a dependable labour supply chain for various construction sites.
• Ensure Compliance with Labour Laws: Oversee adherence to relevant labour laws and regulations, addressing compliance issues proactively.
• Improve Workforce Efficiency: Initiate programs to enhance productivity and efficiency, including training, skill development, and performance management.
• Handle Labour Relations and Conflict Resolution: Serve as the primary contact for labour disputes and grievances, ensuring fair treatment and resolving issues to maintain a harmonious work environment.
• Coordinate with Site Teams: Work closely with project managers and site supervisors to understand labour needs, manage workforce allocations, and ensure smooth project execution.
• Track and Report Labour Metrics: Develop reporting systems to monitor key metrics such as labour costs, utilization rates, absenteeism, and turnover, providing insights to the executive team.
• Negotiate Labour Contracts: Lead negotiations for labour contracts with subcontractors and labour unions, ensuring cost-effectiveness, fairness, and compliance with policies and legal requirements.
• Drive Health and Safety Standards: Promote a safety-first culture, ensuring that all labour practices comply with safety standards.
• Foster Relationships with External Stakeholders: Build and maintain positive relationships with labour unions, regulatory bodies, and other external stakeholders to facilitate smooth operations.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years in labour management, industrial relations, or human resources, preferably within the construction or EPC industry.
• Knowledge: Extensive understanding of labour laws, regulations, and compliance requirements in India, especially in the construction sector.
• Skills: Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in SAP ERP or similar management systems.
• Personal Attributes: Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage diverse teams. High integrity with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach. Ability to work under pressure and adapt to dynamic environments.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Attractive compensation package based on experience.
• Performance Incentives: Opportunities for performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Access to continuous learning, training programs, and workshops.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours and supportive work environment.
• Career Growth: Leadership role with significant impact and visibility.
• Other Benefits: Provident fund, gratuity, and statutory benefits as per company policy.