Job Description

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

Drive culture-building initiatives on the shop floor with line managers Ensure peaceful and disciplined industrial relations Implement vigilance drives and improve employee connectivity Maintain discipline and industrial peace & harmony Oversee shop floor discipline and disciplinary management Execute disciplinary processes for misconduct and fraud Act as an advisor for employee relation managers Handle employee disputes in courts sensitively while protecting company interests Coordinate manpower planning with IEE for apprenticeship trainees Organize pool and campus recruitment drives as needed Engage in brand-building activities at ITI campuses Manage trainees' compensation Maintain relationships with college placement officers Ensure the onboarding of trainees Foster good relationships with the Board of Apprenticeship officials Complete joining formalities, system hiring, contract registration, onboarding, and issuing letters Timely complete continuations and separation processes Conduct engagement activities, rewards, and recognition for trainees Manage establishment for employees Oversee end-to-end payroll management (SAP) Implement long-term settlements

Experience

3-6

Industry Preferred

Experience within the manufacturing industry is strongly preferred, given the specific dynamics of shop floor operations, unionised workforce management, and production-driven environments.

Knowledge of the agricultural machinery or farm equipment sectors, particularly within an industrial organisational context, would provide beneficial insight into the operational challenges and workforce requirements.

Background working with large, reputed companies that value worker safety, compliance, and continuous improvement in industrial relations will be an advantage.

Qualifications

MSW, MBA HR/IR

General Requirements

This position requires strong ethical standards, integrity, and a commitment to fostering inclusive and respectful workplace relations.

Excellent organisational abilities, attention to detail, and capacity to manage confidential information with discretion are essential.

The role demands resilience and sound judgement to handle sensitive employee issues and legal disputes effectively.

Proficiency in coordinating with cross-functional teams and external agencies, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic environment, is expected.

Proactive problem-solving skills and the capability to engage employees constructively are critical.

While no travel is required, readiness to engage actively with internal stakeholders and external educational institutions is necessary.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd is deeply committed to embedding Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) within all aspects of its operations and workforce management.

We recognise and celebrate the unique perspectives each individual brings to our workplace, striving to create a welcoming environment where all colleagues feel valued and empowered to contribute fully.

Our employee relations strategies prioritize equitable treatment, transparent communication, and proactive conflict resolution to foster a culture of trust and mutual respect.

We actively promote inclusive hiring, training opportunities, and development programmes that support underrepresented groups and encourage continuous learning.

The Deputy Manager- ERD role plays a vital part in upholding these principles by ensuring all employee engagement and disciplinary processes are conducted fairly, consistently, and without discrimination.

We aim to build a workforce reflective of the diverse communities we serve, contributing positively to organisational innovation and success.