Deskripsi Pekerjaan
Are you an experienced Industrial Relations expert looking to make a significant impact in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? APM Corporate Services is seeking a strategic and results-oriented Senior Manager, Industrial Relations to oversee our labor relations, compliance, and disciplinary frameworks across our Klang operations.
In this high-stakes role, you will act as the primary advisor to leadership on labor law compliance, collective bargaining, and union negotiations. You will champion a culture of industrial harmony while mitigating organizational risk through expert case management and proactive policy development. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of Malaysian labor legislation and a proven track record of managing complex unionized environments.
Tanggung Jawab
- Lead and manage all union negotiations, collective agreement bargaining, and ongoing relations with trade unions.
- Provide expert advisory services to management on the interpretation and application of the Employment Act and Industrial Relations Act.
- Oversee the end-to-end disciplinary process, including domestic inquiries, investigations, and handling of show-cause letters.
- Represent the company in industrial court proceedings and liaise with the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) and Ministry of Human Resources.
- Develop and implement robust IR policies that align with operational goals while ensuring full legal compliance.
- Conduct regular training sessions for line managers regarding grievance handling, disciplinary procedures, and workplace standards.
- Drive proactive initiatives to maintain high employee engagement and positive workplace morale.
Kualifikasi
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Law, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum 8-10 years of professional experience in Industrial Relations, with at least 5 years in a senior management capacity.
- Extensive experience within the manufacturing sector is highly preferred.
- Deep, practical knowledge of Malaysian Labour Laws (Employment Act 1955, Industrial Relations Act 1967, and Trade Unions Act 1959).
- Proven ability to navigate complex union negotiations and resolve high-stakes industrial disputes.
- Strong analytical, mediation, and conflict-resolution skills.
- Excellent communication proficiency in both English and Bahasa Malaysia.