HR Executive – Construction Industry Experience & Large Blue-Collar Workforce Management Mandatory

Company: ZEEZ International Group Location: Dubai, UAE Employment Type: Full-Time Industry Experience Required: Construction, Contracting, MEP, Facilities Management, or other labour-intensive industries Job Summary ZEEZ International Group is looking for an experienced and hands-on HR professional with a strong background in the construction industry and proven experience managing a large blue-collar workforce of 300–500+ employees. The ideal candidate must have extensive experience in manpower management, recruitment, UAE labour law compliance, employee relations, payroll coordination, visa processing, and day-to-day HR operations. We are specifically looking for someone who has worked in a labour-intensive environment and understands the challenges of managing a large workforce across multiple locations. Key Responsibilities 1. Blue-Collar Workforce & Manpower Management Independently manage HR operations for a workforce of 300–500+ employees across multiple locations. Plan manpower requirements, recruitment, deployment, and transfers. Monitor employee attendance, absenteeism, overtime, leave, and staff shortages. Coordinate manpower allocation with operations and site supervisors. Manage employee grievances, disciplinary matters, and workplace disputes. Monitor employee productivity, retention, and turnover. Conduct regular site visits to address workforce-related issues. 2. Recruitment & Onboarding Handle end-to-end recruitment for blue-collar and white-collar positions. Coordinate bulk recruitment and overseas hiring when required. Manage interviews, selection, offer letters, and onboarding. Coordinate joining formalities, medical tests, Emirates ID, and visa processing. Maintain recruitment trackers and manpower planning reports. Ensure timely replacement of resigned or terminated employees. 3. UAE Labour Law & Compliance Ensure compliance with UAE labour laws and MOHRE requirements. Manage employment contracts, work permits, visa renewals, and cancellations in coordination with PRO. Monitor WPS compliance and salary processing deadlines. Maintain accurate employee documentation and expiry trackers. Handle labour complaints, employee disputes, and government-related HR matters. Ensure proper documentation for disciplinary actions, resignations, and terminations. 4. Payroll, Attendance & Leave Management Verify monthly attendance, overtime, deductions, and leave records. Coordinate payroll preparation with the Accounts Department. Ensure accurate employee salary records. Maintain leave balances, gratuity calculations, and final settlements. Monitor unauthorized absences and attendance discrepancies. Ensure proper recordkeeping through HR software or ERP systems. 5. Employee Welfare & Labour Accommodation Monitor employee welfare, accommodation, transportation, and working conditions. Coordinate with accommodation supervisors and operations teams. Address employee complaints and welfare concerns. Ensure proper employee onboarding, orientation, and awareness of company policies. Monitor accommodation standards and coordinate necessary improvements. Support employee retention and engagement initiatives. 6. HR Administration & Reporting Maintain complete and updated employee records. Develop and implement HR policies, procedures, and disciplinary guidelines. Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly HR reports. Track employee headcount, recruitment status, turnover, visa expiry, and manpower requirements. Coordinate with department heads and branch managers. Maintain confidentiality of employee and company information. Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and operational efficiency. Qualifications & Requirements Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Minimum 2 years of UAE HR experience, preferably in construction or contracting companies. Mandatory experience handling a large blue-collar workforce of at least 300 employees. Strong working knowledge of UAE labour laws, MOHRE regulations, WPS, and visa procedures. Proven experience in bulk recruitment, manpower planning, and employee relations. Experience managing employees across multiple sites or branches. Good knowledge of payroll, attendance, overtime, leave, and end-of-service benefits. UAE driving licence preferred. Show more Show less