Human Resources Generalist

RoviSys; Selangor; On-site; MYR 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive HR Generalist to enhance their HR functions across recruitment, employee relations, and compliance. This role demands a detail-oriented professional with strong operational expertise and interpersonal skills to thrive in a fast-paced environment. You will manage the recruitment process, support employee engagement initiatives, and ensure compliance with local labor laws. If you are passionate about HR and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of HR Generalist experience, preferably in engineering or manufacturing.
• Familiarity with ISO standards (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 45001) is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including interviews and offer negotiation.
• Support performance management cycles and champion employee engagement initiatives.

Skills

HR operational expertise

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Psychology

Tools

MS Office applications

HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors)

E-recruitment platforms

Job description

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented HR Generalist to join our team. As the HR Generalist, you will support a broad range of HR functions across recruitment, employee relations, HR operations, performance management, compliance, and organizational development. The role requires strong HR operational expertise, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, technical, and performance-driven environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources management, Business Administration, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of HR Generalist experience, preferably within an engineering, manufacturing, or industrial environment.
• Experience supporting a regional or multi-country workforce is a plus.
• Experience with MS Office applications and HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors).
• Experience with e-recruitment platforms.
• Familiarity with ISO standards (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 45001) is an added advantage.

General characteristics

• Understands labor laws and HR best practices
• Supports the development and implementation of HR initiatives and systems
• Possesses communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Works with high level of integrity and confidentiality
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a matrix organization
• Possesses good analytical skills

Technical responsibilities:

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

• Partner with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and execute recruitment strategies.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including interviews, assessments, and offer negotiation.
• Conduct new hire onboarding and orientation programs to ensure seamless integration into the organization.
• Organize career fairs with local universities or industry partners.

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Act as the first point of contact for employee queries, providing HR guidance where appropriate.
• Support performance management cycles, including probation reviews and annual appraisals.
• Champion engagement initiatives, employee surveys, and team-building activities.

HR Operations & Compliance

• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure data integrity in HR systems (HRIS).
• Prepare regular HR reports (headcount, turnover, training hours, etc.) for management.
• Support compliance with the Malaysian Employment Act, OSHA, and company-specific policies.
• Assist in audits and implementation of HR policies aligned to local legal standards.

Training & Development

• Coordinate technical and soft-skills training programs.
• Monitor employee development plans and training effectiveness.
• Track training attendance, maintain training records and certifications, and solicit feedback to improve future offerings.

Compensation & Benefits

• Support monthly payroll administration and benefits management in collaboration with the Finance team and external providers.
• Assist with salary surveys and benchmarking exercises.
• Liaise with vendors for benefits programs (insurance, wellness, etc.)