ASPIRE : The Aster Graduate Programme - Human Resources

Aster; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Aster, a leading energy, chemical and infrastructure company, invites graduates to join the ASPIRE HR Graduate Programme in Singapore. This three-year programme blends practical experience with structured learning, mentorship, and exposure to HR disciplines across the business.

You will work with experienced HR professionals to understand how people strategies support performance in a dynamic energy and chemicals environment.

Qualifications

• Final year student or with less than three years of work experience.
• University degree in any discipline.
• Internship or work experience is useful but not essential.
• Graduates must be available before the first day of work.

Responsibilities

• HR Business Partnering: support delivery of people solutions for operational needs.
• Employee and Industrial Relations: gain exposure to workplace relations matters.
• Talent Acquisition: assist recruitment, employer branding and sourcing.
• Talent Management and Development: contribute to workforce planning and succession.
• HR Policies and Programmes: help design and implement HR policies.
• HR Operations and Analytics: use data to identify trends and inform decisions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal communication

Stakeholder management

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree (any discipline)

Job description

About Aster

Aster is a leading provider of energy, chemical, and infrastructure solutions in Southeast Asia, supplying products and services to various manufacturing industries in both domestic and international markets. It is a Chandra Asri-led joint venture with Glencore. Since Chandra Asri Group’s establishment in 1992, the Group has grown from strength to strength to build its reputation as a reliable growth partner, with strategically well positioned assets in Indonesia and Singapore. The Group’s total asset base includes a refinery with a capacity of more than 300,000 barrels per day with ongoing asset rejuvenation, alongside a 1.1 million metric ton naphtha cracker on Bukom Island, 2.5 million metric tons of downstream chemical assets on Jurong Island, and a 0.9 million metric ton naphtha cracker in Cilegon. The company's business is supported by core infrastructure assets, including energy, electricity, water, jetty, and tank farm facilities. For more information, visit www.aster.com.sg .

About Aster

Aster is a leading provider of energy, chemical, and infrastructure solutions in Southeast Asia, supplying products and services to various manufacturing industries in both domestic and international markets. It is a Chandra Asri-led joint venture with Glencore. Since Chandra Asri Group’s establishment in 1992, the Group has grown from strength to strength to build its reputation as a reliable growth partner, with strategically well positioned assets in Indonesia and Singapore. The Group’s total asset base includes a refinery with a capacity of more than 300,000 barrels per day with ongoing asset rejuvenation, alongside a 1.1 million metric ton naphtha cracker on Bukom Island, 2.5 million metric tons of downstream chemical assets on Jurong Island, and a 0.9 million metric ton naphtha cracker in Cilegon. The company's business is supported by core infrastructure assets, including energy, electricity, water, jetty, and tank farm facilities. For more information, visit www.aster.com.sg .

Together, we can achieve more — come be a part of it.

About The Role

Join us as a Graduate in the Human Resources team at Aster, where you will embark on a three-year programme designed to build your professional capabilities and develop your potential as an HR practitioner.

The Aster Graduate Programme, ASPIRE, will give you a strong start to your career through practical, hands‑on experience, structured learning, exposure to different HR disciplines and mentorship opportunities.

You will work alongside experienced HR professionals and the wider business, gaining an understanding of how people strategies and practices support business performance in a complex and evolving energy and chemicals industry.

Job Responsibilities

• HR Business Partnering: Understand business priorities and support the delivery of people solutions that address operational and organisational needs.
• Employee and Industrial Relations: Gain exposure to employee relations matters, industrial relations practices and the management of workplace issues.
• Talent Acquisition: Support recruitment, employer branding and talent sourcing initiatives to attract and develop the capabilities Aster needs.
• Talent Management and Development: Contribute to workforce planning, talent development and succession planning initiatives to build organisational capabilities.
• HR Policies and Programmes: Support the design and implementation of HR policies, programmes and initiatives that meet business and employee needs.
• HR Operations and Analytics: Develop an understanding of core HR processes and use people data to identify trends, inform decisions and improve HR effectiveness.

You will have opportunities to take ownership of projects, contribute ideas and work with colleagues across different functions and levels of the organisation.

Job Requirements

We are looking for individuals who are curious about how people and business interact and impact each other, and keen to build a career in HR.

• The ideal candidate should demonstrate:
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to think critically and exercise sound judgement.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, and the confidence to engage with people across all levels.
• Initiative, learning agility and a willingness to take on new challenges.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a changing environment.
• Integrity, discretion and sensitivity when handling people‑related matters.
• A collaborative mindset and genuine interest in understanding how organisations and people work.

Eligibility

• You should be in your final year of study or have less than three years of relevant work experience if you have recently graduated.
• A recognised university degree in any discipline.
• Prior internship or work experience is useful but not essential.
• You must have graduated before your first day at Aster.

What We Offer

As an employee of Aster, you will work alongside experienced professionals in an environment that encourages learning, collaboration and professional growth.

You will enjoy competitive compensation and benefits, career development opportunities and the chance to build a strong foundation for a career in HR.

Aster is committed to fair and merit‑based employment practices. All applications will be considered based on the requirements of the role, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Work Location

The role will be based in Singapore, with work locations at mTower, Pulau Bukom and Jurong Island, depending on business needs.