Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced and strategic HR leader to head the Human Resources function, with strong expertise in Industrial Relations (IR), labour law compliance, contract workforce management and government liaison. The candidate will be responsible for managing employee relations, ensuring statutory compliance, developing HR policies and driving key HR functions, including performance management, compensation and workforce planning.

The ideal candidate should have a strong background in manufacturing or industrial operations, a secure career history and the ability to manage both strategic HR initiatives and operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities1. Industrial Relations & Employee Relations

- Manage industrial relations, union interactions, collective bargaining and employee grievances.

- Handle disciplinary matters, domestic enquiries, labour disputes and negotiations with employee representatives.

- Maintain a harmonious working environment and ensure uninterrupted plant operations.

- Develop strategies to improve employee engagement and resolve workforce-related issues.

2. Labour Law & Statutory Compliance

- Ensure compliance with applicable labour laws, employment regulations and statutory requirements.

- Oversee compliance related to wages, PF, ESIC, gratuity, bonus, contract labour and other applicable employment benefits.

- Manage labour inspections, statutory audits, documentation and regulatory proceedings.

- Ensure timely submission of statutory returns, maintenance of registers and implementation of compliance policies.

3. Contract Labour & Manpower Management

- Oversee contract workforce deployment, contractor agreements, documentation and statutory compliance.

- Coordinate with contractors, procurement, finance and plant operations to ensure effective manpower utilisation.

- Monitor workforce costs, attendance, overtime, productivity and manpower requirements.

- Ensure appropriate controls over contractor payments and employment-related obligations.

4. Government Liaison





- Maintain professional relationships with labour authorities, government departments and relevant statutory bodies.

- Represent the organisation in labour-related inspections, hearings, compliance reviews and other official matters.

- Coordinate with relevant authorities to address regulatory issues and facilitate compliance.

5. Performance Management & Talent Development

- Lead the Performance Management System (PMS), including KPI/KRA setting, appraisals and performance reviews.

- Align performance outcomes with increments, promotions, career development and succession planning.

- Develop leadership capability, employee engagement and talent retention initiatives.

6. Compensation & Benefits

- Oversee compensation structures, annual increments, variable pay, benefits and salary benchmarking.

- Manage compensation budgets and ensure internal equity and external competitiveness.

- Review reward policies and support employee retention through effective compensation practices.

7. Strategic HR & Workforce Planning

- Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business objectives.

- Lead manpower planning, workforce budgeting, organisational design and headcount control.

- Partner with senior management and operational leaders on workforce productivity, employee retention and organisational effectiveness.

- Establish HR policies, processes, systems and performance metrics across the organisation.

Candidate Profile

- MBA/PGDM in Human Resources or a relevant qualification from a reputed institute is preferred.

- Significant experience in HR leadership within manufacturing, industrial or plant-based organisations.

- Strong hands-on expertise in Industrial Relations, labour laws, contract labour management and government liaison.

- Demonstrated experience managing core HR functions, including PMS, compensation and workforce planning.

- Proven ability to manage employee relations, statutory compliance and complex workforce matters.

- Stable career history with demonstrated professional growth and increasing responsibilities.

- Strong leadership, negotiation, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills.

📌 HR Head- Plant (India)
🏢 Antal International
📍 India