HR Business Partner (ER & IR)

Robert Bosch Group; Batu Kawan; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology and services supplier is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner (HRBP) to work in Batu Kawan, Penang. The ideal candidate will bring at least 5 years of HR experience, with a focus on Employee and Industrial Relations. Responsibilities include guiding business leaders on HR topics, managing ER/IR issues, and ensuring compliance with labor laws. Join an innovative team dedicated to driving people strategies in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Annual Leave

Medical Leave

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive professional HR experience.
• Proven experience as an HR Business Partner (HRBP) or HR Generalist.
• Capability to lead and drive HR initiatives and improvement projects.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to provide HR guidance and solutions.
• Lead and manage ER/IR matters, including investigations and grievances.
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws and company policies.

Skills

Employee Relations (ER)

Industrial Relations (IR)

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Advisory Skills

Conflict Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources

Business Management

Job description

Company Description

Bosch has been present in Malaysia since 1923, represented by Robert Bosch Sdn Bhd. In Malaysia, Bosch is active in four business sectors: Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. The company has three manufacturing sites and research and development offices in Penang, producing automotive electronics, power tools and steering systems, and soon a fourth plant with a final testing centre for sensors and semiconductors. In 2020, Bosch Malaysia generated consolidated sales of RM 518.4 million (108.1 million euros), and currently employs more than 4,000 associates.

PgP5 Plant is Bosch Group’s newest expansion in Malaysia a semiconductor test site in Batu Kawan Penang. The construction has begun in May 2021 and first series of production to commence in 2023. With the long-term forecasts for growth of semiconductor component quantities, coupled with the front-end production in Bosch’s Dresden facility in Germany, capacity expansion is required for the back-end production, which is the final testing phase of semiconductors and sensors. PgP5 will primarily focus on the final testing of components manufactured at Bosch Automotive Electronics’ fab in Dresden, Germany. The plant will also house R&D and training facilities.

Bosch in Malaysia is a part of the Bosch Group, a leading global supplier of technology and services. The Bosch Group’s strategic objective is to deliver innovations for a connected life. Bosch improves quality of life worldwide with products and services that are innovative and spark enthusiasm. In short, Bosch creates technology that is “Invented for life”.

Job Description

We are seeking for an experienced HR Business Partner (HRBP) to join our team. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in HR partnering and strong expertise in Employee Relations (ER) and Industrial Relations (IR), with the ability to drive people strategies and support business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with business leaders to provide HR guidance and solutions across the employee lifecycle
• Provide guidance and aid to business leaders and managers regarding strategic HR topics, encompassing areas like organizational structure revisions, workforce planning, performance engagement, talent management, competency, career advancement and engagement initiatives
• Provide best in class recommendations and valued feedback to business leaders and other relevant stakeholders
• Serve as business point of escalation for people and HR policy and process
• Lead and manager ER/IR matters, including investigations, disciplinary processes, grievances, union-related interactions
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws and company policies
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to strengthen employer branding, talent pipeline, university relation and talent retention
• Partner with Learning and Development on employee's competency, TNA and DEI program
• Partner with HR COE of Compensation and Benefits intotal rewards, benchmarking and relevant initiatives related to market competitiveness

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Management, or a related field.
• Requirements:
  • Minimum of 5years of progressive professional HR experience.
  • Proven experience as an HR Business Partner (HRBP) or HR Generalist, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
  • Hands-on experience in ER and IR.
  • Strong stakeholder management, communication, advisory and influencing skills
  • Thorough understanding and practical application of HR concepts, practices, tools, procedures, and employment laws.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage conflict, thrive in a high-energy environment, and perform effectively under pressure.
  • Proactive mindset with a desire to continuously improve HR programs through feedback, monitoring, and observation.
  • Strong results-orientation and a proven track record of achieving objectives.
  • Capability to lead and drive HR initiatives and improvement projects

Additional Information

• Leave Entitlement e.g: Annual Leave, Medical Leave and etc