Head of HR

Location: Rawang

About the Opportunity

Our client, a well-established public-listed manufacturing organisation, is looking for a senior HR leader to head the Human Resources function and drive the overall people strategy across its operations. This role will oversee the full spectrum of HR, Administration, Health & Safety, and Facilities Management, while working closely with senior leadership to support business growth, operational excellence, and workforce development.

This is a key leadership position reporting directly to the CEO, with responsibility for building strong HR frameworks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and leading a high-performing support function for the organisation.

What You'll Be Doing

Lead the overall Human Resources strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals and operational priorities
Oversee the full spectrum of HR including talent development, performance management, employee relations, rewards, and HR operations
Manage end-to-end Learning & Development initiatives, including leadership development, succession planning, and workforce capability building
Drive performance management processes including goal setting, appraisals, and development planning across the organisation
Provide strategic guidance to management on employee relations, disciplinary matters, and industrial relations issues
Ensure compliance with labour laws, safety regulations, and statutory requirements across all operations
Oversee Health, Safety & Environment practices and promote a strong workplace safety culture
Lead HR operations including recruitment, policies, compensation & benefits, foreign worker management, and workforce planning
Manage administration and facility management functions to ensure smooth daily operations across sites
Strengthen employer branding and talent attraction strategies to support long-term workforce needs
Partner with senior leadership on organisational design, change management, and business transformation initiatives
Liaise with external authorities, auditors, and relevant government bodies when required

What We're Looking For

Extensive experience in a senior HR leadership role within manufacturing, industrial, or plant-based environments
Proven experience managing full-spectrum HR, including employee relations and industrial relations
Strong knowledge of Malaysian labour law, safety regulations, and statutory compliance
Experience overseeing multiple support functions such as Admin, Safety, or Facilities will be an advantage
Ability to work closely with senior leadership and provide strategic HR direction
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Hands-on, practical, and able to operate in a fast-paced operational environment

What's On Offer

Opportunity to lead the HR function for a public listed organisation
Direct exposure to CEO and senior leadership team
Strategic and operational leadership role with wide scope of responsibility
Stable and well-established manufacturing environment
Competitive salary and benefits package

Next Steps

If this opportunity aligns with your experience and career goals, click Apply Now and submit your CV.

Early applicants will have an advantage and will be considered first. All applications will be handled with strict confidentiality.

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