HR Manager / HRBP

PeopleLAKE Group; Kuching; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR solutions company in Malaysia is seeking an experienced HR Manager to serve as a strategic partner across multiple project sites. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of HR experience, including significant expertise in Malaysian industrial relations, and will lead talent acquisition and manage employee relations. This role promotes a strong culture of safety and excellence within the organization.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of HR experience, including 5+ years as HR Manager or HR Business Partner.
• Proven expertise in Malaysian Industrial Relations and employment law.
• Experience in unionized environments is essential.

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic HR Business Partner to department heads.
• Lead end-to-end talent acquisition for roles.
• Manage industrial and employee relations.
• Design and implement performance management systems.
• Promote a culture of safety and excellence.

Skills

Strategic HR Business Partner

Industrial relations expertise

Talent management

Stakeholder management

Fluency in English and Bahasa Malaysia

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or related field

Job description

About the Client

Our client is a pivotal force in building and connecting Sarawak's future. As a leading infrastructure specialist and a key subsidiary of a premier Sarawakian conglomerate, they are at the forefront of major road construction, maintenance, and civil engineering projects that are vital to the state's development and economic growth. This role offers the chance to contribute to tangible, legacy-building projects that impact communities every day.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced HR Manager with a strong HR Business Partner focus to support our client’s dynamic and growing operations. This role will serve as a strategic partner to business leaders, driving people initiatives that align with operational goals across multiple project sites. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in industrial relations, talent management, and HR strategy within the construction or infrastructure sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic HR Business Partner to department heads and site managers, providing guidance on workforce planning, performance management, and organizational development.
• Lead end-to-end talent acquisition for corporate and site-based roles, from sourcing to onboarding, ensuring alignment with project timelines.
• Manage industrial and employee relations, including union engagements, dispute resolution, and compliance with Malaysian labour regulations.
• Design and implement performance management systems, employee engagement programs, and leadership development initiatives.
• Oversite HR operations, including compensation, benefits administration, and site-specific allowances.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and excellence across all levels of the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of HR experience, with at least 5 years in an HR Business Partner or HR Manager role, preferably in construction, infrastructure, or related industries.
• Proven expertise in Malaysian Industrial Relations and employment law. Experience in unionized settings is essential.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with fluency in English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Please be informed that only shortlisted candidate will be notified.

Kindly contact Ms. Jamie via WhatsApp at 012-2389953 or via email at [e-mail] if you need further information.

PeopleLAKE is a full-service HR solution company providing Recruitment, HR Outsourcing, and Corporate Training. eLawyer Recruitment is part of PeopleLAKE Group.

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