Group Human Resource Manager

FTRT AUTOPARTS SDN. BHD.; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

FTRT AUTOPARTS SDN. BHD. seeks an accomplished Group Human Resources Manager to lead HR across our manufacturing group. You will drive workforce planning, build capability, and partner with Senior Management to align HR initiatives with business growth.

You will champion HR transformation, manage multi-site operations, and ensure compliance with Malaysian employment laws. A proactive, strategic leader with hands-on delivery is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HRM, Business Administration or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive HR experience with 5+ years in a managerial role.
• Extensive hands-on HR experience in manufacturing, automotive or industrial sectors preferred.
• Experience managing HR across multiple companies and locations.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian employment legislation and foreign worker management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement Group-wide HR strategies aligned with business goals.
• Advise Senior Management on human capital and workforce planning.
• Harmonise HR policies across multiple entities and facilities.
• Develop and coach HR teams to deliver service excellence.
• Drive manpower planning, recruitment, retention and succession planning.
• Oversee payroll governance, HR systems, compliance and cost control.

Skills

Group HR leadership

Strategic HR planning

HR transformation

Industrial relations

HR analytics

Education

Bachelor's Degree in HRM or Business

Tools

HRIS / Payroll systems

Workforce analytics tools

Job description

Lead People | Drive Transformation | Shape Business Success

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic, commercially astute and results-driven Group Human Resources Manager to lead and transform the HR function across our Group of Companies.

This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-company manufacturing environment and is passionate about driving organisational excellence, workforce productivity and sustainable business growth.

As a key strategic partner to Senior Management, you will play a pivotal role in shaping people strategies, strengthening organisational capabilities, optimising workforce costs and driving HR transformation across multiple business entities and manufacturing locations.

We are looking for more than a conventional HR Manager - we want a confident leader, strategic thinker and hands-on problem solver who can translate business objectives into meaningful HR outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and execute Group-wide HR strategies aligned with business objectives, operational priorities and future expansion plans.

Act as a trusted advisor to Senior Management on human capital strategies, organisational development, workforce planning and employee relations.

Oversee and harmonise HR operations, policies and practices across multiple companies and manufacturing facilities.

Lead, coach and develop HR teams to strengthen functional capabilities, accountability and service excellence.

Workforce Planning & Talent Management

Spearhead strategic manpower planning, talent acquisition, retention and succession planning to support business continuity and growth.

Partner closely with factory management to address manpower shortages, labour deployment, productivity and operational workforce challenges.

Develop effective recruitment and workforce optimisation strategies for local employees, foreign workers and contract labour.

Drive employee engagement, performance management, learning and development initiatives to build a high-performing workforce.

Industrial Relations, Compliance & Foreign Workforce Management

Lead complex employee and industrial relations matters, including disciplinary actions, grievances, performance issues and employment disputes.

Ensure compliance with Malaysian employment legislation, statutory requirements and relevant regulatory frameworks.

Oversee foreign worker management, including recruitment, quota applications, immigration matters, accommodation, welfare and repatriation.

Review and strengthen HR policies, employment practices and internal controls to safeguard the Group's interests while promoting fair and consistent practices.

Review and enhance compensation structures, benefits programmes and manpower budgets to ensure competitiveness and cost effectiveness.

Identify opportunities to improve workforce efficiency, control labour costs and optimise manpower utilisation.

Oversee payroll governance, HR systems and statutory compliance to ensure accuracy, confidentiality and operational integrity.

HR Transformation & Operational Excellence

Champion HR digitalisation, process automation and continuous improvement initiatives across the Group.

Establish HR performance indicators, workforce analytics and reporting frameworks to support data-driven management decisions.

Drive organisational change, strengthen workplace culture and promote performance, accountability and operational discipline.

Provide oversight of general administration, facilities coordination and security functions to ensure effective resource management and asset protection.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration or a related discipline. Relevant professional qualifications will be an added advantage.

Minimum 10 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 5 years in a managerial or leadership role.

Strong preference for candidates with extensive hands-on HR experience in the manufacturing, automotive or industrial sectors.

Experience managing HR functions across multiple companies, manufacturing plants or business locations will be a distinct advantage.

Sound knowledge of Malaysian employment legislation, industrial relations, statutory compliance and foreign worker management.

Proven ability to manage diverse workforces and address complex operational HR challenges.

Strong business acumen, strategic thinking and the ability to translate HR initiatives into measurable business results.

Excellent leadership, interpersonal, negotiation, communication and problem-solving skills.

A proactive, decisive and resilient individual who can work independently, manage competing priorities and deliver results under pressure.

Strong analytical capabilities with experience in HR systems, process improvements and digitalisation.

High level of professionalism, integrity, confidentiality and sound judgement.

Excellent command of English, Bahasa Malaysia and Mandarin, both written and spoken, to communicate effectively with local stakeholders and business associates in China.

Who We're Looking For

We are looking for a strategic leader with a hands-on mindset - someone who is equally comfortable advising Senior Management, leading HR transformation initiatives and rolling up their sleeves to resolve day-to-day workforce challenges.

You are resourceful, commercially minded and unafraid to challenge conventional practices. You understand that successful HR leadership is not simply about managing people, but about building organisational capabilities, driving productivity and creating sustainable business value.

Why Join Us?

Group-wide leadership exposure: Take ownership of HR functions across multiple companies and manufacturing operations.

Strategic influence: Work closely with Senior Management and contribute directly to business decisions.

Opportunity to drive change: Lead HR transformation, workforce optimisation and organisational development initiatives.

Meaningful business impact: Play a key role in shaping our people strategies and supporting the Group's continued growth.

Ready to take your HR leadership career to the next level?

Your application will include the following questions:

• How many years' experience do you have as a Group Human Resources Manager?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?