HR Operations Lead: Payroll, Onboarding & Compliance

TIONG LIAN FOOD PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiong Lian Food Pte. Ltd. is seeking a hands-on Human Resource Executive to manage full-spectrum HR operations in our Singapore facility.

You will handle onboarding, payroll, attendance, work passes, and daily HR support for a multi-site workforce. In this role, you will also drive employee engagement, maintain accurate records, and coordinate lifecycle events while ensuring compliance with Singapore regulations.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Human Resource Management, Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on HR operations experience in Food Manufacturing or FMCG industry.
• Proven experience managing payroll and attendance for a workforce exceeding 200 employees.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore HR practices and statutory requirements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Manage employee attendance, leave, overtime, and absence records to ensure accurate workforce tracking.
• Verify attendance and overtime submissions for payroll accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare and review monthly payroll inputs to ensure timely and precise salary processing.
• Respond to employee queries related to payroll, attendance, and leave matters.
• Coordinate end-to-end onboarding processes to integrate new employees effectively.
• Conduct HR orientation sessions to ensure employees understand company policies and practices.
• Maintain accurate employee records and documentation to support HR compliance and reporting.
• Support employee engagement, welfare, and appreciation initiatives to foster a positive work environment.
• Assist with employee lifecycle events including confirmation, transfers, promotions, and exits to ensure smooth transitions.
• Manage work pass and permit applications, renewals, transfers, and cancellations in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Monitor work pass expiry dates and coordinate timely renewals to avoid compliance issues.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for audit readiness.
• Manage HR consumables and employee-issued items such as uniforms, PPE, and staff ID cards to ensure availability and control costs.
• Monitor inventory levels and usage to prevent wastage and ensure timely replenishment.
• Maintain HR databases and employee records to ensure data integrity.
• Prepare HR letters, reports, and documentation to support HR functions and compliance.
• Support recruitment, training, and other HR initiatives to contribute to talent management.
• Participate in HR projects, audits, and process improvements to enhance HR operations.
• Provide day-to-day HR support to employees and managers to resolve issues and facilitate smooth operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Diploma in HR or related

Tools

Infotech HRIS/Payroll

Microsoft Excel

Office applications

Job description

Tiong Lian Food Pte. Ltd. is seeking a hands-on Human Resource Executive to manage full-spectrum HR operations in our Singapore facility.

You will handle onboarding, payroll, attendance, work passes, and daily HR support for a multi-site workforce. In this role, you will also drive employee engagement, maintain accurate records, and coordinate lifecycle events while ensuring compliance with Singapore regulations.