
Human Resources Officer
Coats
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Sri Lanka
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About the role
- Act as the primary HR liaison for Union representatives (Bands 08 & 09); facilitate negotiations and align meeting minutes to maintain industrial peace.
- Ensure 100% adherence to labor laws and ethical codes; manage legal consultations and represent the company in labor-related audits.
- Analyze absenteeism and 'No-pay' trends to provide actionable insights to management for improving workforce productivity.
- Execute end-to-end recruitment via SuccessFactors, manage hSenid attendance profiles, and maintain accurate personal files.
- Conduct formal inquiries, manage grievance handling, and execute disciplinary measures in line with company policy.
- Oversee daily OT, shift allowances, and leave adjustments; perform 'Maker-Checker' audits on payroll reports to ensure accuracy.
- Secure night shift approvals for female workers and ensure bi-annual signing of the Code of Ethics.
- Execute specialized onboarding plans for manufacturing hires to ensure fast integration and cultural alignment.
- Coordinate and facilitate training sessions on company policies and ethics for both permanent and service-provider employees.
- Serve as an approachable 'floor-based' HR presence to coach workers on grievance procedures and professional conduct.
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s Degree in HR Management, Business Management, or a related field from a recognized university.
- Full or partial qualification in PQHRM (CIPM) or a specialized Diploma in Sri Lankan Labour Law is highly preferred.
- 2–5 years of HR experience specifically within a manufacturing or factory setting, with a strong focus on industrial relations.
- Hands-on experience managing employee lifecycles and attendance using SuccessFactors and hSenid (or similar HRIS).
- Native-level fluency in Sinhala for effective factory floor communication, complemented by professional fluency in English for corporate reporting.
Benefits
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Hard Skills & Tools
end-to-end recruitmentgrievance handlingdisciplinary measuresattendance managementpayroll auditingemployee lifecycle managementdata analysisnegotiationonboardingtraining facilitation
Soft Skills
communicationcoachingapproachabilityconflict resolutionorganizational skillsinterpersonal skillsleadershipproblem-solvingcultural alignmentethical judgment
Certifications
Bachelor’s Degree in HR ManagementBachelor’s Degree in Business ManagementPQHRM (CIPM)Diploma in Sri Lankan Labour Law