Human Resources Generalist

Johnson Controls Arabia, Inc.; Muscat; On-site; OMR 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls Arabia, Inc. in Muscat seeks an experienced Government Relations Officer (GRO/HR) to manage day-to-day HR administration and government-related procedures in Oman.

You will handle visa processing, labor permits, residency cards, and compliance with Omani labor laws, while coordinating with agencies and ensuring accurate HR records and timely regulatory filings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business administration or related field.
• 2+ years of HR and government relations experience in Oman.
• Strong knowledge of Omani Labor Law and government processes.
• Experience handling visas, work permits and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency with HR systems and MS Office.
• Excellent Arabic and English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day HR administration and employee relations.
• Handle government relations, visa processes and regulatory filings.
• Ensure timely renewal of licenses and regulatory documents.
• Coordinate with external agencies and government portals.
• Advise management on labor law changes and localization requirements.
• Maintain accurate HR records and payroll inputs coordination.

Skills

Government relations

HR administration

Visa processing

Arabic & English comms

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Government Relations Officer (GRO/ HR) to support our operations in Oman. The successful candidate will manage day-to-day HR administration, employee relations, and all government-related procedures while ensuring full compliance with Omani labor laws and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Government Relations (GRO)

• Manage all interactions with government authorities and regulatory bodies in Oman.
• Process and renew visas, labor permits, residency cards, and other employee-related documentation.
• Ensure timely renewal of company licenses, registrations, and statutory documents.
• Coordinate with external agencies and government portals for employment-related requirements.
• Monitor changes in labor laws and government regulations and advise management accordingly.
• Maintain compliance with localization requirements and workforce regulations.

Human Resources

• Maintain accurate employee documentation and HR databases.
• Coordinate employee onboarding, benefits, insurance, leave administration, and payroll inputs with key stakeholders.
• Provide guidance to employees and managers on HR policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and local labor regulations.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2 years and above of experience in HR and Government Relations within Oman.
• Strong knowledge of Omani Labor Law and government processes.
• Experience handling visas, labor permits, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and HR systems.
• Strong communication skills in Arabic and English.