HRBP Assistant Manager

SAM Engineering & Equipment (M) Bhd; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SAM Malaysia is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner Manager to align HR strategies with manufacturing operations. You will partner with production and functional leaders to manage manpower planning, ER/IR case handling, and workforce stability in a fast-paced environment.

You will drive performance management, succession planning, and collaboration with L&D on capability building, while supporting hiring for critical roles and ensuring compliance with Malaysian labour laws and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in HR, Business, or related field with 5-8 years HR experience in manufacturing.
• Strong hands-on ER/IR experience and knowledge of Malaysian labour law.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Production and functional leaders to align HR strategies with business and operational needs.
• Support manpower planning, workforce stability, and organizational effectiveness in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Manage employee and industrial relations matters including disciplinary cases, grievances, and domestic inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with Malaysian labor laws and internal HR policies and procedures.
• Drive performance management processes, including appraisal cycles and talent development initiatives.
• Support succession planning and collaborate with L&D on capability building programs.
• Work closely with Talent Acquisition to fulfill hiring needs for critical roles.
• Provide insights on hiring challenges and workforce trends, especially for technical positions.
• Lead employee engagement initiatives and maintain effective communication between management and employees.
• Ensure HR documentation, reporting, and audit readiness are properly maintained.

Skills

ER/IR handling

Malaysian labour laws

Stakeholder management

Communication & problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in HR, Business, or related field

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

Job description

Partner with Production and functional leaders to align HR strategies with business and operational needs

Support manpower planning, workforce stability, and organizational effectiveness in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Manage employee and industrial relations matters including disciplinary cases, grievances, and domestic inquiries

Ensure compliance with Malaysian labor laws and internal HR policies and procedures

Drive performance management processes, including appraisal cycles and talent development initiatives

Support succession planning and collaborate with L&D on capability building programs

Work closely with Talent Acquisition team to fulfill hiring needs for critical roles

Provide insights on hiring challenges and workforce trends, especially for technical positions

Lead employee engagement initiatives and maintain effective communication between management and employees

Ensure HR documentation, reporting, and audit readiness are properly maintained

Bachelor’s Degree in HR, Business, or related field with 5-8 years of HR experience in manufacturing

Strong hands-on experience in ER/IR case handling and good knowledge of Malaysian labor laws

Strong stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach

Requirements

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

5-8 years of HR experience, preferably in HRBP function

Strong knowledge of Malaysian labor laws and HR best practices

Experience in handling ER/IR matters in manufacturing environment is an advantage

Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

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SAM Malaysia is a key player in precision machining, equipment integration and automation solutions, primarily for the aerospace and equipment/semiconductor industries.

We are a subsidiary of Singapore Aerospace Manufacturing (SAM) Pte Ltd a leading manufacturer of critical aero-engine components whose clientele includes some of the world’s major aviation players. In addition to Malaysia and Singapore, SAM also has a presence in Thailand, China, Germany and the United Kingdom.

We are growing and we need suitably qualified people to support us on our journey. If you are looking for an environment where you will be challenged and where you will be able to contribute in a meaningful way, do consider what we have to offer. You have the opportunity to learn and collaborate with our international workforce and business partners from Asia and Europe.

Join a company that was born in South East Asia, has grown to be present in five other countries across the world and with ambitions to grow further. There are sometimes greater learning opportunities, greater satisfaction and sense of achievement in being part of a team that reaches for the top than joining a team that is already there.

Come be part of our growth journey!

Come join our diversified team and we will provide the thrust you need to take your career to the skies!

SAM Malaysia is a key player in precision machining, equipment integration and automation solutions, primarily for the aerospace and equipment/semiconductor industries.

We are a subsidiary of Singapore Aerospace Manufacturing (SAM) Pte Ltd a leading manufacturer of critical aero-engine components whose clientele includes some of the world’s major aviation players. In addition to Malaysia and Singapore, SAM also has a presence in Thailand, China, Germany and the United Kingdom.

We are growing and we need suitably qualified people to support us on our journey. If you are looking for an environment where you will be challenged and where you will be able to contribute in a meaningful way, do consider what we have to offer. You have the opportunity to learn and collaborate with our international workforce and business partners from Asia and Europe.

Join a company that was born in South East Asia, has grown to be present in five other countries across the world and with ambitions to grow further. There are sometimes greater learning opportunities, greater satisfaction and sense of achievement in being part of a team that reaches for the top than joining a team that is already there.

Come be part of our growth journey!

Come join our diversified team and we will provide the thrust you need to take your career to the skies!

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