Job Description

HR - IR (Male candidates preffered)

Oversee completion of all HR paperwork, employee communications, benefits administration, leave & attendance tracking, and management reporting. Maintain records and coordinate timely submission of incident reports, workers compensation claims, accident investigations, and return to work documentation. Monitor and steer company-wide performance management, provide support for salary planning, and assist in the annual review process. Lead HR related projects and initiatives, maintain HR data spreadsheets, and manage regular data distribution as per schedule. Draft, review, and update company labour policies; ensure compliance with legislative and regulatory changes. Organize and conduct grievance procedures, facilitate dispute resolution involving management, employees, workers, and, where required, government agencies. Guide, train and update HR staff regarding procedures for union contract compliance and best practices in knowledge management. Advise management on ongoing contract negotiations, labour relations issues, and assist in the resolution of union matters. Consult with HR executive team on personnel policies and contract-related matters; create, edit and negotiate union contracts as needed. Chair monthly labour-management meetings to foster communication, discuss disputes, negotiate settlements, and ensure a collaborative workplace. Prepare, maintain and archive documentation relating to labour relations assignments and collective negotiations.

Core Skills and Competencies

Strong knowledge of HR processes, labour laws, safety, and IR best practices, especially relevant for manufacturing, engineering and production settings. Experience managing workers' compensation claims, return-to-work programs, and accident/incident investigations in an industrial environment. Proven ability to develop and manage HR knowledge resources, centralize policy documentation, and promote continuous learning across HR staff. Effective communication and negotiation skills, with capability to handle grievance procedures, union dispute resolution, and collective bargaining.

Qualifications

Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or related discipline (preferred) Minimum 5 years HR/IR experience in manufacturing, marine, engineering, or similar industries Familiarity with Kerala labour laws, worker safety requirements, and marine industry compliance (advantageous)

Location:

Vyttila, Kochi

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Health insurance Leave encashment Paid sick time Paid time off
Ability to commute/relocate:

Edapally, Kerala: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Application Question(s):

What is your expected salary?
Work Location: In person