Senior Human Resource Manager (Construction/ Engineering/ Manufacturing)

FIT PIONEER RESOURCES SDN. BHD.; Iskandar Puteri; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

FIT PIONEER RESOURCES SDN. BHD. is seeking a Senior HR Manager to lead HR operations across construction, engineering, and manufacturing sectors in Malaysia.

You will drive workforce planning, compliance, and employee engagement while partnering with management to support growth and operational excellence. The role requires 8+ years of HR leadership, deep knowledge of Malaysian employment laws, and experience in project-based industries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in HR/BA/Management or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of HR experience with leadership exposure.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian labour laws and HR compliance practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and guide the HR team in managing overall HR operations and daily activities.
• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business goals.
• Review and maintain HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Provide strategic HR advice to management.
• Ensure compliance with Malaysian labour laws and related regulations.
• Oversee manpower planning, recruitment strategies, and workforce requirements.

Skills

HR leadership

Strategic HR planning

Employee relations

Stakeholder management

People management

Mandarin, English, Bahasa Malaysia

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business/Management

Tools

HRIS

Payroll software

MS Office

Job description

Senior Human Resource Manager (Construction/ Engineering/ Manufacturing)

We are looking for an experienced Senior HR Manager to oversee and lead the Human Resources function, supporting business operations through effective HR strategies, workforce planning, compliance management, and employee engagement initiatives. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving HR excellence, ensuring compliance with Malaysian employment regulations, managing employee relations, and partnering with management to support organisational growth and operational effectiveness.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and guide the HR team in managing overall HR operations and daily activities
• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business goals and operational requirements
• Review, enhance, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and best practices
• Provide strategic HR advice and recommendations to management
• Ensure compliance with Malaysian labour laws, including the Employment Act, Industrial Relations Act, and other relevant regulations
• Manage and support labour-related audits, government inspections, and compliance matters
• Manage employee relations matters including disciplinary cases, grievances, investigations, and conflict resolution
• Develop initiatives to improve employee engagement, retention, and workplace culture
• Oversee manpower planning, recruitment strategies, and workforce requirements
• Monitor workforce costs including payroll, overtime, benefits, and manpower expenses

About you

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, Law, or related fields
• Minimum 8 years of HR experience, with proven experience in managerial or leadership roles
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian employment legislation, industrial relations, and HR compliance practices
• Experience managing HR operations within construction, engineering, manufacturing, or project-based industries
• Proven ability to lead HR teams and implement HR initiatives
• Strong understanding of manpower planning, payroll budgeting, and labour cost management
• Excellent communication, negotiation, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency in Mandarin, English, and Bahasa Malaysia is required to liaise with diverse clients, suppliers, or associates.

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