Leverage your technical leadership and join a well-established and renowned Emirati construction company, recognized for delivering complex power and energy infrastructure projects across the UAE and the wider GCC region.
As HR Officer / Specialist, you will be responsible for supporting end-to-end human resources operations, ensuring effective manpower management, compliance with UAE labor regulations, and seamless HR support to corporate and project teams.
Key Accountabilities- Support the implementation of HR policies, procedures, and practices in line with company standards and UAE labor law.
- Handle end-to-end HR operations including onboarding, contracts, probation follow-up, employee records, and offboarding.
- Coordinate recruitment activities in collaboration with hiring managers, including CV screening, interview scheduling, and offer preparation.
- Manage employee documentation including contracts, renewals, personal files, and HR system updates.
- Support payroll preparation by coordinating attendance, leaves, overtime, and employee data with finance.
- Administer employee benefits, leaves, medical insurance, and end-of-service processes.
- Ensure accurate maintenance of HR databases, personnel records, and manpower reports.
- Support performance management processes including appraisal cycles, confirmations, and promotions.
- Handle employee relations matters, address queries, and support grievance handling in coordination with HR management.
- Ensure compliance with UAE labor law, company policies, and internal controls.
- Coordinate with PRO / Government Relations for visa processing, renewals, labor cards, Emirates ID, and related documentation.
- Support training and development initiatives and maintain training records.
- Prepare HR reports related to manpower, turnover, attendance, and compliance as required by management.
- Coordinate closely with project sites and department heads to ensure timely HR support for site-based employees.
Knowledge, Skills, and ExperienceWe Are Looking For:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (mandatory); HR certifications are an advantage.
- 3 to 8 years of experience in HR operations, preferably within construction, contracting, engineering, or project-based organizations.
- Strong hands-on experience in recruitment coordination, HR administration, and employee relations.
- Solid knowledge of UAE Labor Law, HR compliance, and employment regulations.
- Experience handling manpower for multiple sites and project-based workforces.
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and integrity.
- Proficiency in HR systems and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Experience working with PRO teams and government portals (MOHRE, GDRFA, ICP) is an advantage.
- Previous experience in the UAE is mandatory; GCC exposure is an advantage.
- Strong coordination skills with the ability to work closely with management, site teams, and external stakeholders.
- Fluency in English.