Plant HR Manager
Thailand, Bangkok
Experience: Not applicable
Machine & Plant Design
Introduction
Brunel is currently supporting a leading multinational organization within the industrial and manufacturing sector in the search for an experienced Plant HR Manager. This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in driving people strategy, employee engagement, and workforce development within a large manufacturing environment.
About this role
Brunel is currently supporting a leading multinational organization within the industrial and manufacturing sector in the search for an experienced Plant HR Manager. This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in driving people strategy, employee engagement, and workforce development within a large manufacturing environment.
- Partner with the Plant Manager and site leadership team to develop and implement people strategies that support business objectives and operational performance.
- Lead workforce planning, recruitment, talent development, and succession planning activities.
- Drive employee engagement, retention, and culture initiatives to foster a high-performing workplace.
- Develop and implement learning and capability-building programs for both blue-collar and white-collar employees.
- Manage performance management processes, including goal setting, performance reviews, talent reviews, and salary planning.
- Lead employee relations and labor relations activities, including union engagement, collective bargaining negotiations, grievance handling, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution.
- Ensure compliance with Thai labor laws, company policies, and HR governance requirements.
- Support organizational development and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, employee experience, and workforce effectiveness.
- Provide coaching and guidance to managers on people-related matters and HR best practices.
Is this you?
Ideal Background
- Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 8 years of progressive HR experience, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Strong experience in employee relations, labor relations, and union management.
- Experience working closely with plant leadership teams and supporting large blue-collar workforce populations.
- Good understanding of Thai labor law, industrial relations, and collective bargaining practices.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to balance strategic HR initiatives with day-to-day operational HR activities.
What we offer
- Opportunity to join a globally recognized organization with a strong reputation for innovation and operational excellence.
- Exposure to international HR best practices and a dynamic manufacturing environment.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Strong opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
- Collaborative and inclusive workplace culture.