Manager, HR Business Partner

Proton New Energy Technology Sdn Bhd; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Proton New Energy Technology Sdn Bhd (PRO-NET) is seeking an experienced Senior HR Business Partner to lead Employee Relations, Training & Development, and Performance Management within its fast-growing EV-focused organization in Malaysia. The role emphasizes governance, analytics, and strategic workforce planning to align with environmental and safety standards.

Ideal candidate has 7-8 years HRBP experience in a dynamic setting, strong stakeholder management, and a proven track record of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• 7-8 years of HR experience as HRBP.
• Strong analytical skills with experience interpreting engagement survey data.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Foster a culture of innovation, safety, and sustainability aligned with EV industry values.
• Address employee concerns and foster positive employee relations to reduce turnover in a competitive talent market.
• Coordinate technical and soft skills training to enhance employee capabilities in EV technology, quality standards, safety protocols, and lean manufacturing.
• Support implementation of performance management frameworks that encourage innovation, accountability, and agility.
• Prepare analytics and reports to support strategic workforce planning and diversity initiatives.

Job description

PRO-NET is a wholly owned subsidiary of PROTON, established to drive the growth of New Energy Vehicles (NEV) and shape the future of mobility in Malaysia and beyond.

As the company behind PROTON e.MAS, PRO-NET brings together automotive, technology, digital, retail, aftersales, charging and customer experience capabilities to build a complete new-energy mobility ecosystem.

We are a fast-growing and ambitious organisation driven by innovation, agility and a passion for transforming mobility. Join us and be part of the team shaping the future of automotive and EV in Malaysia.

What You’ll Do

Employee Relations & Retention

• Foster a culture of innovation, safety, and sustainability aligned with EV industry values.
• Address employee concerns and foster positive employee relations to reduce turnover in a competitive talent market.
• Support programs that promote teamwork, motivation, and alignment with company vision toward clean technology.

Training & Development

• Coordinate technical and soft skills training to enhance employee capabilities in areas such as EV technology, quality standards, safety protocols, and lean manufacturing.
• Promote continuous learning to keep pace with rapid advancements in EV technologies.

Performance Management

• Support implementation of performance management frameworks that encourage innovation, accountability, and agility.
• Assist managers in developing goal setting aligned with operational and environmental objectives.
• Facilitate periodic reviews and talent calibration discussions.
• Ensure adherence to labor laws and EV industry-specific regulations, including environmental, health, and safety (EHS) standards.
• Assist in updating HR policies to incorporate best practices relevant to the clean-tech and manufacturing sectors.
• Support audit readiness and documentation related to compliance.

HR Administration & Analytics

• Prepare analytics and reports to support strategic workforce planning and diversity initiatives.
• Drive HR digitalization efforts using HRIS systems.
• Support Recruitment team if necessary.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• 7-8 years of HR experience as HRBP.
• Strong analytical skills with experience interpreting engagement survey data.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment is an added advantage.