HR & Admin, Senior Executive

Utopia Borneo Sdn Bhd; West Coast Division; On-site; MYR 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Utopia Borneo Sdn Bhd is seeking an HR Executive to manage end-to-end HR operations in Sabah, Malaysia. You will lead recruitment, onboarding, and lifecycle management, oversee payroll and benefits, ensure statutory compliance, and coordinate training and documentation tasks.

The role requires a degree in HR or related field and 3–4 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Excel and HRMS systems is preferred, with knowledge of Malaysian HR rules; prior construction/project experience is an

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in HR, admin, management or related field.
• 3–4 years of experience in HR, administration, recruitment or related role.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with AutoCount HRMS or other HR/payroll systems is an advantage.
• Knowledge of Malaysian HR and statutory requirements (EPF/KWSP, PERKESO, EIS, LHDN).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good organisational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to handle confidential information and meet deadlines.
• Experience in construction or project-based environment is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end HR operations including recruitment and onboarding.
• Manage employee lifecycle, payroll, and benefits administration.
• Ensure HR compliance, attendance, and disciplinary actions.
• Prepare HR documentation and reporting.
• Provide general administrative support to the organization.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Discretion/confidentiality

Time management

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in HR/Business Admin/Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

AutoCount HRMS / HR/payroll systems

Job description

This is an HR Executive role responsible for end-to-end HR operations, from managing recruitment and talent acquisition, employee onboarding and lifecycle management, payroll, compensation and benefits, compliance, disciplinary actions, and attendance administration, statutory and HR compliance, training and development coordination, HR documentation and reporting, and general administrative support.

About you

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management or a related field

Minimum 3-4 years of relevant experience in HR, administration, recruitment or a related role

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Experience with AutoCount HRMS or other HR/payroll systems is an advantage

Good to proficient knowledge of Malaysian HR and statutory requirements, including EPF/KWSP, PERKESO, EIS and LHDN

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Strong organisational skills with good attention to detail and accuracy

Able to handle confidential employee and payroll information professionally

Able to manage multiple tasks, prioritise work and meet deadlines

Experience in a construction or project-based environment will be an advantage