HR EXECUTIVE (construction/M&E)

JDA WMS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

JDA WMS Pte Ltd is seeking an HR Executive to provide administrative and operational HR support in a fast-paced contractor environment in Singapore. The role focuses on WPOL processing, onboarding/offboarding, dormitory management, and MOM compliance.

Responsibilities include handling pass applications, renewals, staff records, and coordination of site worker welfare, with guidance from the HR Lead/Management. Diploma in HRM or 1 year construction HR experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Diploma in HRM or equivalent with hands-on experience in HR operations.
• Experience handling foreign manpower onboarding and WPOL procedures for construction site workers.

Responsibilities

• Manpower Administration & WPOL Processing: onboarding/offboarding and WPOL operations for construction hires.
• Dormitory & Foreign Worker Welfare Management: housing arrangements and liaising with dormitory operators to ensure MOM guideline compliance.
• General HR Support: maintain employee records and assist with ad-hoc HR tasks as directed by HR Lead/Management.

Skills

WPOL processing

Foreign manpower onboarding

Dormitory management

Regulatory compliance

HR record keeping

Education

Diploma in Human Resource Management

1 year HR experience in construction/contractor industry

Job description

Job Description

The HR Executive provides critical administrative and operational support to the HR team within the construction domain. This role focuses on handling end-to-end foreign manpower processing via Work Permit Online (WPOL), managing onboarding and offboarding procedures, and overseeing monthly pass renewals. Additionally, the HR Executive takes charge of staff dormitory administration, coordination of site worker welfare, and general HR operations to maintain compliance with Ministry of Manpower (MOM) regulations in a fast-paced contractor environment.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Manpower Administration & WPOL Processing

• Execute foreign workforce onboarding and offboarding activities for construction hires in compliance with regulatory standards.

• Handle Work Permit Online (WPOL) operations, including pass applications, issuance, cancellations, and monthly work permit renewals.

• Manage employee headcount administration and documentation for a workforce (around 10+ workers).

Dormitory & Foreign Worker Welfare Management

• Oversee foreign worker housing arrangements, staff dormitory check-in/check-out procedures, and ongoing accommodation compliance.

• Liaise with dormitory operators to ensure living conditions adhere to Ministry of Manpower (MOM) guidelines.

General HR Support

• Maintain up-to-date employee records, work permit files, and personnel data.

• Perform other administrative duties and ad-hoc HR tasks assigned by the HR Lead/Management.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience:

• Diploma in Human Resource Management OR minimum 1 year of hands-on HR experience within the construction/contractor industry.

• Proven experience in handling foreign manpower hiring and WPOL procedures for construction site workers.

If interested, please submit your application to [e-mail] with your expected salary and resume.

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JDA WMS Pte Ltd | EA Personnel: Pham Thi Tuyet Mai

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