SENIOR HR GENERALIST

JIANGSU INSTALLATION SDN BHD; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Jiangsu Installation Sdn. Bhd. (JSI) invites a seasoned HR Generalist to oversee the full HR lifecycle, with a focus on foreign workers supporting construction projects. You will handle recruitment, onboarding, records, attendance, leave and related HR matters.

The role requires 5+ years of generalist experience, fluency in Mandarin and English, and strong knowledge of Malaysian foreign worker processes. Apply to join a team communicating with Chinese management and workers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business administration or related field.
• At least 5 years of HR generalist experience.
• Fluent in Mandarin and English; Mandarin required for communication with Chinese management and foreign workers.
• Strong knowledge of foreign worker management and Malaysia employment documentation.
• Experience with payroll, attendance, leave, recruitment and general HR administration.
• Experience liaising with government agencies and manpower agencies is a plus.
• Proficient in SQL Payroll and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage full HR cycle: recruitment, onboarding, employee records, attendance, leave and staff-related matters.
• Manage foreign worker affairs: recruitment, documentation, work permits, passports, medical checks, renewals, and government requirements.
• Coordinate foreign worker arrangements: accommodation, transportation, welfare, insurance and other employment-related matters.
• Liaise with government agencies, manpower agencies, vendors on foreign worker matters.
• Monitor foreign worker documentation and ensure permits and certifications stay valid.
• Support manpower planning and recruitment for construction sites based on project needs.
• Assist with payroll, attendance, overtime, claims and other HR administration.
• Handle employee inquiries, disciplinary matters and day-to-day HR issues.
• Maintain confidential HR records and prepare HR reports.

Skills

HR Generalist

Recruitment

Payroll

Employee relations

MS Excel

Education

Bachelor's Degree in HR/Business Administration

Tools

SQL Payroll

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join Jiangsu Installation Sdn. Bhd. (JSI) and play a key role in managing HR operations, with a strong focus on foreign workers supporting our construction projects.

Key responsibilities

Manage the full HR cycle, including recruitment, onboarding, employee records, attendance, leave and staff-related matters

Manage foreign worker affairs, including recruitment, documentation, work permits, passports, medical checks, renewals and related government requirements

Coordinate foreign worker arrangements such as accommodation, transportation, welfare, insurance and other employment-related matters

Liaise with government agencies, manpower agencies, vendors and relevant parties on foreign worker matters

Monitor foreign worker documentation and ensure records, permits and certifications remain valid and up to date

Support manpower planning and recruitment for construction sites based on project requirements

Assist with payroll, attendance, overtime, claims and other HR administration

Handle employee enquiries, disciplinary matters and day-to-day HR issues professionally

Maintain accurate and confidential HR records and prepare HR reports when required

Support HR policies, compliance matters, staff engagement and other HR projects or ad hoc tasks

About you

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

At least 5 years of HR generalist experience, preferably in construction, engineering or a manpower-intensive environment

Fluent in Mandarin and English; Mandarin is required for communication with Chinese management and foreign workers

Strong knowledge of foreign worker management, employment documentation and related processes in Malaysia

Familiar with payroll, attendance, leave, recruitment and general HR administration

Experience dealing with government agencies, manpower agencies and foreign worker-related matters is an advantage

Good knowledge of SQL Payroll and Microsoft Office, especially Excel

Strong communication, coordination and problem-solving skills

Organised, responsible and able to manage multiple HR matters independently

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