Senior HR Executive / Assistant HR Manager (Manufacturing | Tampoi, JB)

Agensi Pekerjaan GMRecruitment Sdn Bhd; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Johor Bahru is seeking a Senior HR Executive / Assistant HR Manager to drive HR strategy and lead the HR team. The ideal candidate has at least 6 years of HR experience, including 3+ years in a managerial role, and is proficient in Mandarin, English, and Bahasa Malaysia. This role offers a great opportunity to implement HR programs and enhance employee engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years HR experience, with 3+ years in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of Employment Act & statutory regulations.
• Proficient in Mandarin, English, and Bahasa Malaysia.

Responsibilities

• Drive HR strategy, policies, and compliance aligned with business goals.
• Lead full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, and retention programs.
• Oversee payroll and compensation benchmarking.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Knowledge of Employment Act

Proficiency in Mandarin

Proficiency in English

Proficiency in Bahasa Malaysia

Education

Degree in HR / Business Admin or related field

Job description

Senior HR Executive / Assistant HR Manager (Manufacturing | Tampoi, JB)

We are looking for a passionate and hands‑on Senior HR Executive / Assistant HR Manager to lead our HR team in a growing plastic injection moulding manufacturing company.

What You’ll Do

• Drive HR strategy, policies & compliance aligned with business goals.
• Lead full‑cycle recruitment, onboarding & retention programs.
• Oversee payroll, compensation, and benefits benchmarking.
• Implement performance management, KPIs & career growth plans.
• Handle employee relations, grievance, and engagement initiatives.
• Manage training needs, development programs & succession planning.
• Oversee foreign worker management, hostel, and welfare compliance.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the HR team.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in HR / Business Admin or related field.
• Minimum 6 years HR experience (3+ years in a managerial role).
• Strong knowledge of Employment Act & statutory regulations.
• Proficiency in Mandarin, English, and Bahasa Malaysia (required to liaise with Mandarin‑speaking stakeholders).
• Willing to work in Tampoi, Johor Bahru.

👉 If you’re a strategic HR professional with manufacturing experience and ready to take on a rewarding challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

📩 Apply now with your updated resume.