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.

What are you going to do 

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.

Essential skills and knowledge 

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.

Closing: 11 December 2026

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Do you have questions?

Vacancy reference: PR-308487

JM

Corporate recruiter

Jonathan Malcolm

+66 98 665 5943

Contact

 

Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth  interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.

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