Human Resources Manager

Swiss Profile (M) Sdn Bhd; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading precision technology firm in Malaysia seeks an experienced HR Manager to align HR strategies with business goals. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years in a similar role, focusing on talent acquisition, labor relations, and HR operations. Proficiency in both English and Bahasa Melayu is required. This is an excellent opportunity to lead HR initiatives in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in a similar HR role within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of HR policies and labor laws.
• Experience with HRIS and employee record management.

Responsibilities

• Align HR strategies with business goals and workforce planning.
• Serve as strategic advisor to management on HR initiatives.
• Oversee talent acquisition, onboarding, and retention.
• Manage expatriate affairs including work permits and housing.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Collective bargaining

Labor relations

Attention to detail

Proficiency in English

Proficiency in Bahasa Melayu

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management

MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification

Job description

Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership to align HR strategies with business goals and workforce planning.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to management on HR initiatives and organizational development.
• Drive HR policy continuous improvement and implementation (including Employee Handbook updates).
• Deliver monthly HR reports and provide policy interpretation and guidance to department heads.
• Lead organizational culture initiatives to enhance engagement, morale, and productivity.
• Oversee talent acquisition, onboarding, and retention strategies.
• Drive performance management, providing coaching and guidance to managers and department heads.
• Develop and implement career development, succession planning, and talent pool programs.
• Assess training needs in collaboration with department heads and coordinate programs within budget.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, regulations, and corporate policies including trade union agreements.
• Manage and develop HRIS (Human Resources Information System) and maintain accurate employee records.
• Oversee compensation, benefits administration, and payroll coordination.
• Manage expatriate affairs, including work permits, housing, and transportation.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the General Manager or Group HR Director.
• Act as the primary liaison with the trade union, handling negotiations, disputes, and collective agreements.
• Promote a positive work environment through effective communication and engagement initiatives.
• Support diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts within the organization.

Job Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or Law.
• MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification is an advantage.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven experience in collective bargaining, labor relations, and trade union negotiations.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in a similar role within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in English and Bahasa Melayu, both written and spoken.

Company

Swiss Profile (M) Sdn. Bhd. manufactures high precision, semi-finished metallurgical profiles, tubes and components, with specialisation in the watch, optical, medical, automotive and other metal precision industries. With more than three decades of technological expertise from Switzerland, we excel in the manufacture of products made of stainless steel, PX SteelTM, copper alloy, nickel alloy and titanium. Swiss Profile's advanced technology and precision production facilities cater to every product needs and specifications. By understanding and meeting our clients\' needs through world class techniques and superior research and development, Swiss Profile is able to maintain its position among global players in the field of precision technology. Our guiding principle is to combine the strength of European technology and the diversity and business acumen of Asian culture. We hold ISO9001:2015 and ISO14001:2015 certifications.