Head of Human Resources

Our client, one of the reputed Project Management & Engineering Contracting Company, having operations in the GCC region, specializing in large-scale (MEP), HVAC, Water Treatment, and Solar Power projects, is looking to hire a Head of HR based in Dubai, UAE. Budget: AED 45K – 50K (family status & Bonus) It’s a leadership role, where the incumbent will be responsible for managing multiple business entities (8 companies) in the GCC region, focusing on Expansion, Transformation, Talent Management, HR, Administration & Compliance, Mobilization of talent, Advisor to Senior Leadership and leading a team of 20 – 25 people. Preference: Candidate with a minimum of 15 -20 years of GCC experience with 5+ years in a leadership role (HR Director, GM HR OR Head HR), having similar industry background, CIPD OR Management degree in HR. Job Responsibility: • To develop HR plan based on Company’s Business Plan & strategy • To recommend and ensure implementation of Strategic directions for people development within the organization including training based on Company’s strategy • To ensure timely mobilization and demobilization of resources as per the business plan. Ensure availability of required level and quality of Management/ Supervisory / workmen staff with appropriate global approvals, in order to meet the business needs, focusing on employee retention and key employee identification initiatives • Ensure an engaging climate in the organization, including adequate opportunities for career growth and development • Review and advise on Grading & Compensation structure. • Develop Reward & Recognition policies & mechanisms to instill performance driven culture. Lead an effective appraisal process, increments and promotions of all staff and workmen. • Provide counsel & assistance to employees at all levels in accordance with the company’s policies and procedures as well as relevant legislation. • Coordinate the design, implementation and administration of HR policies and activities (infrastructure, facilities, labor camps, etc) to ensure availability and effective utilization of HR for meeting the company’s objectives. • To maintain & develop HR policies, ensuring compliance and to contribute the development of Corporate HR policies • To develop the HR team with required competencies, to ensure the provision of a professional HR service to the organization. • Responsible for complete administration activities for Companies. • Liaise with other functional entities as needed Education Qualification: • Graduate /PG in HR with experience in leading regional HR in the Gulf countries in Project environment • Stakeholder management • Ability to influence and drive change • Ability to drive new initiatives • Note that this role will require travel Show more Show less

Preference: Candidate with a minimum of 15 -20 years of GCC experience with 5+ years in a leadership role (HR Director, GM HR OR Head HR), having similar industry background, CIPD OR Management degree in HR. Education Qualification: Graduate /PG in HR with experience in leading regional HR in the Gulf countries in Project environment. Stakeholder management. Ability to influence and drive change. Ability to drive new initiatives. Note that this role will require travel.