Asst. Manager / Dy. Manager - Human Resources - Bhuj, Gujarat

Role Purpose:-

The Assistant Manager / Deputy Manager - HR & Administration will be responsible for independently managing and executing day-to-day HR operations and administrative activities at the plant for one of the entities of the Golcha Associated Group, located near Padhar Village, approximately 15-18 KMs from Bhuj City, Gujarat.

The role will primarily focus on plant-level HR operations, employee engagement and welfare, grievance handling, blue-collared workforce management, industrial relations, statutory compliance coordination, contractor management, and overall plant administration.

The incumbent will act as the key on-ground HR and Administration representative, ensuring effective coordination between plant management, employees, and the Regional / Corporate HR team of the Golcha Associated Group. The position will play a critical role in implementing organizational HR policies, processes, and initiatives while ensuring effective workforce management and smooth plant operations.

Key Roles & Responsibilities:-

A. HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle Management

• Manage end-to-end day-to-day HR operations for the assigned plant.
• Ensure effective execution of employee lifecycle activities, including onboarding, joining formalities, attendance management, leave records, employee documentation, and separation formalities.
• Implement HR policies, processes, and initiatives communicated by Regional or Corporate HR.
• Maintain employee records, personnel files, HR registers, and documentation in an organized and timely manner.
• Ensure adherence to organizational HR policies, procedures, and workplace practices.

B. Employee Engagement, Welfare & Grievance Management

• Drive employee engagement, employee connect, and welfare initiatives, particularly for blue-collared and contractual workforce.
• Handle employee grievances, workplace concerns, and day-to-day workforce issues, ensuring timely resolution or escalation.
• Facilitate employee communication, welfare activities, and initiatives aimed at improving employee satisfaction and workplace discipline.
• Coordinate training and development initiatives for plant employees and blue-collared workforce as per the organizational training plan.
• Promote a positive, disciplined, and employee-oriented work environment.

C. Plant HR, Workforce Management & Industrial Relations

• Coordinate manpower planning, workforce requirements, local recruitment, and deployment activities in consultation with plant management and Corporate HR.
• Manage employee relations and maintain effective working relationships with workers, supervisors, contractors, and plant stakeholders.
• Support industrial relations activities, workforce discipline, and labour-related matters at the plant level.
• Manage contractual labour administration, including contractor coordination, manpower records, attendance, and related documentation.
• Ensure effective coordination between HR, plant operations, and other functional departments for smooth workforce management.

D. Statutory Compliance & Labour Law Coordination

• Coordinate plant-level statutory compliance activities and maintain relevant labour law documentation and records.
• Ensure proper maintenance of statutory registers, employee records, contractor documentation, and compliance-related files.
• Support compliance requirements relating to applicable labour laws, contractual labour, employee welfare, and statutory obligations.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external agencies for statutory inspections, audits, documentation, and compliance-related matters.
• Monitor compliance timelines and ensure timely submission of required documentation and reports.

E. Performance Management, Training & Development

• Coordinate and implement PMS activities, including KRA/KPI setting, goal alignment, and performance appraisals.
• Ensure timely completion of performance reviews in coordination with HODs and reporting managers.
• Maintain appraisal records, track PMS timelines, and prepare performance-related MIS.
• Identify training needs (TNI), coordinate training programs, and monitor employee development initiatives.
• Support PIPs and capability-building initiatives based on performance outcomes.
• Coordinate with Corporate HR for implementation of Group-level PMS, training, and development initiatives.

F. Plant Administration & Facilities Management

• Manage day-to-day plant administration, including housekeeping, security, transportation, and other administrative requirements.
• Coordinate with service providers, contractors, and internal departments to ensure effective delivery of administrative services.
• Monitor employee facilities and administrative arrangements to ensure smooth plant functioning.
• Ensure adherence to organizational administration standards, policies, and procedures.
• Support plant management in addressing routine administrative and operational requirements.

G. HR Reporting, Coordination & Group HR Initiatives

• Prepare and share HR reports, attendance summaries, manpower details, compliance updates, and administrative trackers as required.
• Coordinate with plant leadership, Regional HR, Corporate HR, and other relevant stakeholders for effective implementation of HR initiatives.
• Provide timely updates on workforce-related matters, employee issues, compliance status, and administrative activities.
• Act as the on-ground execution representative for HR initiatives and processes driven by the Regional or Corporate HR team.
• Undertake visits to other group units, offices, or operating locations, wherever required, for HR coordination, monitoring, and operational support.

H. Multi-Location HR & Administration Support

• The incumbent will be responsible for providing HR & Administration support to the Bhuj plant as well as the Corporate Office in Vadodara, as per organizational requirements, for handling HR operations, employee-related matters, administrative activities, and coordination with Corporate Office stakeholders.
• Ensure effective implementation and coordination of HR policies, processes, and administrative practices across assigned locations.
• Must be comfortable with frequent inter-location travel as required by business needs.

Key Expectations from the Role:-

• Ensure smooth, efficient, and disciplined execution of HR operations and administration at the plant level.
• Act as a reliable HR representative for implementing Group HR policies, processes, and initiatives.
• Strengthen employee engagement, welfare, and grievance management, particularly for blue-collared and contractual employees.
• Ensure effective coordination of statutory compliance, contractor management, and plant administration.
• Build strong working relationships with plant leadership, employees, and other stakeholders to facilitate effective people management.
• Maintain accurate HR documentation, reporting, and compliance records.
• Provide comprehensive on-ground HR and administrative support to plant management for routine and operational matters.
• Ensure timely execution and closure of HR and administration activities in coordination with the Corporate HR team.

Preferred Candidate Profile:-

• Educational Qualification: MBA / PGDM in Human Resources or a relevant qualification.
• Experience: 7 to 10 years of relevant experience in HR Operations, Plant HR, HR Generalist, or HR & Administration roles.
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, or plant-based environments will be preferred.
• Strong hands-on experience in managing blue-collared and contractual workforce, employee engagement, grievance handling, and plant administration.
• Working knowledge of labour laws, statutory compliance, industrial relations, contractor management, and HR documentation.
• Experience in employee welfare, workforce management, and plant-level HR operations.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to independently manage plant-level HR and Administration activities while coordinating effectively with Regional / Corporate HR and plant leadership.
• Candidates with experience in manufacturing or multi-location industrial organizations will be preferred.
• Willingness to travel frequently between Bhuj Plant and Vadodara as per business requirements is mandatory.

Job Location & Work Environment:-

Near Padhar Village, approximately 15-18 KMs from Bhuj City, Gujarat.

The position is based at the plant and requires hands-on involvement in HR operations, IR, workforce management, employee engagement, statutory compliance, and administration.