Head of HR

Maximum ManagementFrazer Jones USA; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company is seeking a dynamic Head of Human Resources in Singapore. This influential role focuses on transforming HR practices, enhancing workplace culture, and supporting business objectives, making it essential for their growth and success within the sector.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Performance bonus

Qualifications

• 12-15 years of progressive HR experience.
• 3-5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Experience in the automotive, manufacturing, or engineering sectors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic HR transformation and culture changes.
• Drive hiring, onboarding, and retention initiatives.
• Manage compensation, benefits, and compliance with labor laws.
• Enhance positive workplace culture and oversee HR operations.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic HR Management

Employee Engagement

Performance Management

Compliance with Labour Laws

Job description

Head of Human Resources – Automotive Leader | Singapore

Frazer Jones is partnering with a leading automotive company. This is a great opportunity for a dynamic and forward-thinking Head of Human Resources to lead the people strategy. Based in Singapore, this role is critical to drive strategic HR transformation, culture changes and support business goals.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the CEO, the Head of HR will lead the team. As Head of HR in the automotive business, you’ll be part of the leadership team, shaping people strategies that support both workshop and office teams. You’ll lead hiring, onboarding, and retention across a diverse workforce-ensuring strong engagement from the shop floor to senior staff. You’ll drive practical performance and development programs, manage compensation, benefits, and ensure compliance with labour laws. A key part of your role is to build and enhance positive workplace culture. You’ll also advise on workforce planning and keep HR operations running smoothly as the company expands regionally.

Ideal Profile

We are seeking a seasoned HR leader with at least 12-15 years of progressive HR experience, including a minimum of 3-5 years in a senior leadership role within a complex, operationally intensive environment. Experience in the automotive, manufacturing, or engineering sectors is highly preferred.

What’s On Offer

This is a high-impact leadership role and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to modernize the HR practices, and contribute to the company’s long-term success. A competitive compensation package, including base salary and performance bonus, will be offered.

How to Apply

For a confidential discussion, please contact Sean Tong at [e-mail] or Cheryl Siah at [e-mail].

Location: Singapore

Referrals
We welcome referrals of exceptional HR leaders with relevant experience. Successful referrals will be rewarded.

Additional Information
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. To comply with local laws, our Singapore office EA License No is: 17S8475.

To comply with local laws, our Singapore office EA Licence No is: 17S8475.

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