HR Officer

To act as a strategic partner to management by driving HR initiative and supports HR business operations by aligning HR practices with company objectives, workforce requirements, and operational performance. The role supports 2 companies' HR operations. General responsibilities: - Compliance with safety rules and regulations in Saudi Arabia. - Compliance with local labor laws and company policies. - Be quality conscious (dynamic approach towards quality improvement and aim at getting things right first around) - Maintain confidentiality, integrity, and safeguard trade secrets. - Respect and support fellow employees always. - Respond to changes positively (technical advancements as well as organizational adaptations) - Reflect corporate values of discipline, passion, and continuous improvement. - Be results-oriented. Competency Requirements Knowledge, skills & abilities required: - Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration or Equivalent - Relevant HR certifications are advantageous. - Minimum 5 to 7 years of HR experience from Saudi Arabia with at least 2 years in same role. - Strong knowledge of Saudi Labor Law, HR policies, and employment regulations - Knowledge of HR operations within construction, interior fit-out, manufacturing, and factory environments - Understanding of recruitment, employee relations, disciplinary procedures, and performance management - Knowledge of Saudization (Nitaqat) requirements and workforce localization policies - Familiarity with payroll, attendance management, overtime, leave administration, and end-of-service benefits - Knowledge of government relations processes including Iqama, visa, and work permit procedures - Government portals knowledge such as Qiwa, Gosi, Muqeem, Chamber of Commerce etc. - Strong communication and management skills - Employee relations and conflict resolution skills - Recruitment and manpower planning expertise - Performance management and employee engagement skills - Strong documentation and report-writing abilities - HR analytics and workforce reporting skills - Ability to coordinate with PRO and government relations teams - Proficiency in Microsoft Office, ERP systems, and HRMS platforms is advantage - Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee matters professionally - Ability to support operational and strategic HR functions simultaneously - Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and workforce requirements Job Functions, Responsibilities & Authorities - Partner with management to align HR strategies with business objectives - Support organizational development and workforce planning initiatives - Advise management on HR policies, employee relations, and labor law matters - Support business expansion, restructuring, and manpower optimization - Manage end to end recruitment for Project/Site Staff and joinery factory employees. - Close coordination with interviewing managers for scheduling interviews. - Coordinate onboarding, induction, and employee mobilization - Monitor manpower requirements and recruitment budgets - Ensure Saudization requirements are met for meeting manpower demands. - Handle employee grievances, disciplinary actions, and investigations - Ensure fair and professional handling of workplace concerns - Conduct counseling sessions and support conflict resolution - Maintain confidentiality in sensitive employee matters - Monitor probation evaluations, issuance of probation confirmation letters and annual performance reviews - Oversee attendance, leave management, overtime, and employee records - Ensure timely renewal of contracts, visas, Iqama, and licenses - Support payroll coordination and end-of-service settlements - Maintain HR documentation and compliance records - Ensure compliance with Saudi Labor Law and company policies - Coordinate with PRO/GRO teams on government-related matters - Manage and monitor HR compliance through government portals including: QIWA, Gosi, Muqeem, MHRSD etc. - Support workforce management across project sites and joinery factory operations - Monitor labor productivity, accommodation and welfare matters - Support HSE compliance and workplace safety initiatives - To Prepare HR reports whenever required related to manpower, absenteeism, recruitment etc. - To monitor attendance and generate weekly reports through Bayat Attendance Management System - Escalate policy violations and compliance concerns Group HR - To make sure employees resigned /terminated employees are offboarded within stipulated time. - To work closely with Group HR operated from UAE. - To do the tasks for any other HR related matters as assigned by Line Manager. KEY JOB DELIVERABLES - Manpower planning, recruitment & onboarding - Maintain compliance with Saudi Law, Saudization and operate government portals - Employee Relation and Engagement & Payroll support. - HR Operations and Reporting