Foreign Worker HR Manager

Desatera Sdn Bhd; Bandar Baru Bangi; On-site; MYR 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora Malaysia is seeking an HR professional to manage foreign worker records, permits, and related documentation. The role covers recruitment, visa processing, and liaison with government agencies to ensure compliance with Malaysian laws.

The candidate should have 4–5 years in HR, with experience in foreign workers, payroll coordination, and HR administration. Strong communication in English and Bahasa Malaysia is required, and travel may be necessary.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 4-5 years of experience in Human Resources, preferably with experience handling foreign workers.
• Strong knowledge of foreign worker recruitment, work permits, visa applications and renewals, immigration matters, and related documentation.
• Familiar with dealing with government agencies and relevant authorities on foreign worker matters.
• Good knowledge of Malaysian employment laws, HR policies and statutory requirements.
• Experienced in managing employee records, attendance, leave, payroll coordination and other HR administrative matters.
• Able to handle employee relations, disciplinary matters, grievances and workplace issues professionally.
• Experience in managing foreign worker matters including medical examinations FOMEMA, insurance, accommodation, repatriation and permit renewal.
• Able to develop and implement HR policies and procedures in accordance with company requirements and applicable regulations.
• Good communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Good command of English and Bahasa Malaysia, both written and spoken.
• Able to work independently, demonstrate leadership and maintain confidentiality.
• Responsible, proactive, detail-oriented and able to work under pressure.
• Possess own transportation and be willing to travel.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain all foreign worker records and documentation, work permits, medical reports, insurance, and other relevant documents.
• Handle the recruitment, and employment processes for foreign workers.
• Manage work permit applications, renewals, cancellations, and related immigration matters.
• Liaise with Immigration Department, Labour Department, FOMEMA, and other relevant government agencies on foreign worker matters.
• Monitor the expiry dates of work permits, medical examinations, and other relevant documents to ensure timely renewal.
• Coordinate foreign worker arrival, accommodation, transportation, and related arrangements where required.
• Handle foreign worker attendance, leave, disciplinary issues, welfare, and employee relations.
• Ensure compliance with Malaysian employment laws, immigration requirements, and company HR policies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date HR records and personnel files.
• Prepare HR reports and documentation related to foreign worker manpower and employment status.
• Assist in handling employee grievances, disciplinary matters, and workplace issues.
• Perform other HR-related duties and administrative tasks as assigned by management.

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Office

Job description

Jora Malaysia is seeking an HR professional to manage foreign worker records, permits, and related documentation. The role covers recruitment, visa processing, and liaison with government agencies to ensure compliance with Malaysian laws.

The candidate should have 4–5 years in HR, with experience in foreign workers, payroll coordination, and HR administration. Strong communication in English and Bahasa Malaysia is required, and travel may be necessary.