We are in process of hiring HR Manager
(Al Dhafra International Projects Group Company, Construction - UAE -
Abu Dhabi LLC)
Required Experience: Minimum 12-15+ years
HR Responsibilities:
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve HR policies, procedures, and systems in line with company objectives and UAE labour regulations.
• Manage the complete HR function for head office, construction projects, and site operations.
• Prepare annual and project-wise manpower plans in coordination with Project Managers, Construction Managers, and senior management.
• Lead recruitment and mobilization of civil engineers, project managers, site engineers, quantity surveyors, foremen, supervisors, skilled workers, and general labour.
• Manage the complete employee litecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, induction, transfers, promotions, appraisals, disciplinary actions, and exit formalities.
• Ensure compliance with UAE Labour Law, employment contracts, work permits, visas, WPS, and other applicable government requirements.
• Manage employee documentation, including labour contracts, visas, Emirates ID, medical insurance, and personnel files.
• Supervise monthly payroll/WPS, attendance, overtime, leave, deductions, allowances, gratuity, and final settlements.
• Handle employee grievances, disciplinary matters, investigations, conflicts, and workplace relations professionally.
• Establish effective systems for employee engagement, retention, motivation, and workforce productivity.
• Develop and implement performance management systems, KPIs, annual appraisals, promotions, and salary reviews.
• Coordinate with the PRO/Admin department for visa, labour, immigration, and government-related matters.
• Ensure proper HR support and compliance across all project sites.
• Manage employee accommodation, transportation, welfare, and site-related HR matters where applicable.
• Develop training and development programs based on organizational and project requirements.
• Maintain accurate HR records, personnel files, attendance records, and HR databases.
• Prepare and present regular HR and manpower reports to senior management.
Monitor employee turnover, absenteeism, recruitment costs, manpower productivity, and staffing requirements.
• Support management in organizational restructuring, succession planning, workforce optimization, and talent management.
• Ensure effective communication of company policies, procedures, rules, and employee benefits.
• Lead, supervise, and develop the HR team and ensure timely delivery of HR services.
Conduct regular HR audits across projects to ensure compliance with company policies and statutory requirements.
• Act as a strategic HR advisor to the Managing Director/General Manager and project leadership team.