HR Director ? Aviation / MRO Joint Venture (H/F)

SAFRAN SINGAPORE PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SAFRAN SINGAPORE PTE LTD recherche un leader RH expérimenté pour établir la fonction RH d’une nouvelle coentreprise à Singapour. Vous concevrez les politiques RH, le manuel du personnel et les procédures opérationnelles, tout en déployant les systèmes RH essentiels et la gestion du cycle de vie des employés.

Le rôle implique le recrutement ambitieux pour des postes techniques et opérationnels, l’intégration des collaborateurs, et le pilotage de la formation et des subventions gouvernementales;

Qualifications

• : Leadership et mise en place de RH dans une startup ou JV
• : Rédaction et mise en œuvre de politiques RH et de procédures
• : Recrutement, planification de la main-d'œuvre et gestion des formations
• : Gestion des relations avec les parties prenantes et conformité réglementaire

Responsibilities

• Établir et construire la fonction RH pour la nouvelle coentreprise
• Élaborer et mettre en œuvre les politiques RH, le manuel du personnel et les procédures
• Mettre en place les systèmes RH et les processus—recrutement, onboarding, gestion de probation, formation, performance, congés, disciplinaires
• Soutenir la gouvernance RH et les flux d'approbation conformes à un startup et à l'environnement opérationnel
• Veiller à la conformité avec la législation locale du travail et les exigences de l’aviation

Skills

Leadership RH

Setup HR startup

Rédaction politique RH

Recrutement et ramp-up

Gestion des parties prenantes

Communication et relations

Adaptabilité

exécution et résolution de problèmes

Gestion de conformité

Education

Licence en RH ou Administration des affaires

10+ années d'expérience RH progressive

Job description

Safran est un groupe international de haute technologie opérant dans les domaines de l'aéronautique (propulsion, équipements et intérieurs), de l'espace et de la défense. Sa mission : contribuer durablement à un monde plus sûr, où le transport aérien devient toujours plus respectueux de l'environnement, plus confortable et plus accessible. Implanté sur tous les continents, le Groupe emploie 110 000 collaborateurs pour un chiffre d'affaires de 31,3 milliards d'euros en 2025, et occupe, seul ou en partenariat, des positions de premier plan mondial ou européen sur ses marchés. Safran est la 2ème entreprise du secteur aéronautique et défense du classement « World's Best Companies 2025 » du magazine TIME. Parce que nous sommes persuadés que chaque talent compte, nous valorisons et encourageons les candidatures de personnes en situation de handicap pour nos opportunités d'emploi.

Descriptif mission

HR Setup & Policy Development

• -establish and build the HR function for the new joint venture operation,
• -develop and implement HR policies, employee handbook, procedures, and practical operating guidelines from scratch.
• -set up core HR systems and processes including recruitment, onboarding, probation management, training, performance management, leave administration, disciplinary processes, and employee records management.
• -support the establishment of HR governance, approval workflows, and compliance procedures appropriate for a startup and operational environment.
• Ensure HR practices comply with local employment legislation and aviation industry requirements.

Recruitment & Workforce Ramp-Up

• Support workforce planning and manpower ramp-up to meet operational and business requirements.
• Lead and propose hands-on recruitment activities for technical and operational roles including licensed aircraft engineers, technicians, mechanics, planners, and support staff for new Joint Venture and existing Safran Aircraft Engine business divisions in Singapore.
• Coordinate onboarding and employee integration activities to support operational readiness.
• Partner closely with operational leaders on staffing requirements and workforce planning.

Learning, Development & Government Grants

• Develop workforce training and capability development initiatives to support operational and technical competency requirements.
• Identify, apply for, and manage relevant government grants, workforce funding, and training support schemes.
• Liaise with government agencies, training institutions, and external stakeholders on workforce development initiatives.
• Support the implementation of training programs, certification pathways, and skills development frameworks for operational and non-operational employees for new Joint Venture and existing Safran Aircraft Engine business divisions in Singapore.
• Monitor grant utilization, compliance requirements, and reporting obligations where applicable

HR Operations & Employee Support

• Manage day-to-day HR operations in a lean team environment.
• Support payroll coordination, benefits administration, HR systems setup, and employee documentation processes.
• Handle employee relations matters, workplace concerns, disciplinary cases, and investigations where required.
• Provide practical HR guidance and support to managers and employees across operational functions.

Organizational Development & Culture

• Support the development of a positive, collaborative, and high-performance workplace culture.
• Assist management in driving employee engagement and workforce retention initiatives.
• Support organizational growth and change management activities as the joint venture expands.
• Build practical people processes that support operational efficiency and business scalability.

Compliance & Administration

• Ensure compliance, maintain HR records, and support audits.

HR Projects

Required Skills

• Hands-on HR leadership with a start-up mindset
• HR setup and operational implementation experience
• Policy drafting and process development
• Recruitment, workforce planning and training grants experience
• Strong execution and problem-solving capability
• Adaptability and resilience
• Stakeholder management and communication
• Operational mindset with business partnering capability
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

Education and Experience

• Degree in Human Resources or Business Administration,
• At least 10+ years of progressive HR Experience across multiple areas including employee relations, organizational development, compensation and benefits, training and recruitment,
• Preferred experience within aviation MRO, airline engineering, or technical operations environments,
• Familiarity with technical workforce environments and shift-based operations,
• Experience supporting rapid business setup and workforce ramp-up initiatives,
• Exposure to multinational or cross-cultural working environments is advantageous.

Success Measures

• Successful establishment of practical HR policies and processes
• Smooth workforce ramp-up and onboarding execution
• Efficient day-to-day HR operations in a lean environment
• Strong employee engagement and retention
• Compliance with employment and operational requirements
• Effective HR support for operational and business teams