HR Business Partner

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an HR Business Partner in Dammam, focusing on strategic workforce planning, talent acquisition, and performance management. The ideal candidate will have a background in manufacturing, collaborate with leaders to align HR strategies with organizational goals, and drive initiatives to enhance employee engagement and compliance with Saudization requirements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an HR Business Partner or similar role in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of workforce planning and performance management.
• Proficiency in both spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate headcounts aligning with business needs.
• Develop Saudization Strategy and inclusive recruitment practices.
• Oversee performance management, collaborate on growth plans.

Skills

Workforce Planning

Talent Management

Performance Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Collaboration

Local Labor Laws

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Business Administration

Job description

- HR Business Partner

The opportunity

To build a pivotal role in driving workforce planning, performance management, and succession planning initiatives. You will work closely with business leaders to align HR strategies with organizational goals, ensuring that the workforce is equipped to meet current and future demands. Additionally, you will collaborate with the talent acquisition team to ensure seamless integration of recruitment strategies that attract and retain top talent.

How you’ll make an impact

You will:

1. Strategic Workforce Planning: Assess and evaluate current headcounts in alignment with business needs and strategic objectives, collaborate with department leaders to identify gaps and forecast future staffing requirements, lead and manage organization restructuring initiatives when required, ensure data accuracy within planning tools, regularly audit and update information, and develop and track headcount reports.
2. Recruitment and Talent Acquisition: Develop and implement Saudization Strategy with business leaders to meet Saudization targets in compliance with Saudi regulations, develop targeted recruitment and retention strategies to increase female representation, create partnerships with diverse talent pools, promote inclusive hiring practices, support career development for women, and advise hiring managers on recruitment and compensation proposals.
3. Performance Management and Succession Planning: Oversee the implementation of the global performance management cycle, ensure alignment with company standards, provide coaching to managers, conduct talent review sessions, collaborate with leadership to identify high-potential employees, develop growth plans, ensure robust succession planning, and partner with Learning and Development for training programs.
4. Employee Engagement and Culture: Develop strategies to increase participation in engagement surveys, collaborate with managers to develop action plans based on survey results, promote a positive work environment, and adapt global diversity and inclusion initiatives to local contexts.
5. Compensation and Benefits: Oversee the annual salary review process, manage off-cycle adjustments, enhance allowances and incentives, and ensure competitive and equitable compensation practices.

Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, taking responsibility for your actions and caring for colleagues and the business.

Your background

- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

- Proven experience as an HR Business Partner or similar role in the manufacturing industry.

- Strong understanding of workforce planning, talent management, and performance management.

- Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.

- Knowledge of local labor laws and regulations, with a focus on localization and Saudization requirements.

- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

- Proficiency in both spoken & written English.

Location: Dammam, Eastern Region, Saudi Arabia

Experience: Experienced

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader advancing a sustainable energy future. We serve utility, industry, and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions, pioneering technologies, and enabling digital transformation for a carbon-neutral future. We employ around 45,000 people in 90 countries, valuing diversity and collaboration as keys to innovation. Apply today to join our global team.