Job Description

Job Title:

HR Generalist - Construction Sector

Location:

Dubai

Job Type:

[Full-time/Contract]

Experience Level:

[Mid-level: 3-6 years preferred]

Reports To:

HR Manager / Head of HR / Site Manager

Job Summary:

We are looking for a dynamic and proactive

HR Generalist

with experience in the construction industry to manage day-to-day human resources operations. The ideal candidate will handle recruitment, employee relations, compliance, onboarding, training, payroll coordination, and site HR support, ensuring smooth HR processes aligned with both corporate and project site requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Coordinate end-to-end recruitment for site-based and office roles (engineers, supervisors, labor, etc.) Manage employee onboarding, induction, and orientation at project sites Maintain and update HR records, including attendance, leave, and personnel files Support workforce planning and mobilization based on project needs Administer employee relations, address grievances, and ensure conflict resolution Ensure HR policies and procedures are communicated and followed at the site Monitor statutory compliance (e.g., labor laws, gratuity, etc.) Liaise with contractors/vendors for manpower supply and verify compliance documents Track and process payroll inputs and coordinate with the payroll department Handle training coordination for workers and staff (safety, skill, and compliance training) Ensure a safe and respectful workplace culture at the project level Assist in audits and prepare HR reports and dashboards as required

Qualifications & Skills:

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field [3-6+] years of HR generalist experience, preferably in the construction or infrastructure sector Strong knowledge of labor laws and compliance in the construction industry Experience managing HR processes at project sites Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Proficient in MS Office and HRMS/HRIS tools Ability to manage field staff and adapt to dynamic project environments Problem-solving mindset with a practical, hands-on approach

Preferred:

MBA/PGD in HR or related field Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) Familiarity with multi-site construction operations or large-scale infrastructure projects Fluency in local language(s) for labor management
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: AED3,000.00 - AED4,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

Dubai: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Application Question(s):

Do you have Experience in Payroll? Do you Experience as HR Generalist? Do you have experience in HR Admin?
Experience:

* HR: 3 years (Preferred)