Job Description: HR/IR Lead

Location: Kheda, Gujarat
Experience: 8–10 years
Qualification: MHRM / MLW / MSW
Team Size: 1

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced HR/IR professional to lead Human Resources and Industrial Relations activities at our Kheda manufacturing facility. The role will be responsible for fostering a culture of trust and performance, maintaining harmonious industrial relations, ensuring statutory compliance, and driving employee engagement in coordination with the Talent Management team at Odhav.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Management: Coordinate with the Talent Management team at Odhav for talent acquisition, employee development, performance management, and other HR initiatives.
Industrial Relations: Maintain harmonious industrial relations with contract workers, contractors, and other stakeholders. Handle employee grievances and resolve workplace issues effectively.
Blue-Collar Hiring: Drive blue-collar recruitment and manpower planning to meet plant requirements.
Statutory Compliance: Ensure compliance with applicable labour laws and statutory requirements. Liaise with labour authorities and government departments as required.
Employee Engagement: Build a culture of trust, transparency, accountability, and performance through regular employee interactions and engagement initiatives.
Employee & Trainee Connect: Conduct periodic reviews and connect sessions with employees and trainees to understand concerns and improve the workplace experience.
Contractor Management: Build and maintain effective relationships with contractors, ensuring smooth manpower deployment and compliance with applicable requirements.
Local Stakeholder Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with local communities and statutory authorities.
HR & Administration: Support talent acquisition and administrative activities to ensure smooth plant operations.

Candidate Profile

Postgraduate qualification in MHRM, MLW, or MSW.
8–10 years of relevant experience in HR and Industrial Relations, preferably in a manufacturing or plant environment.
Strong knowledge of labour laws, statutory compliance, contractor management, and employee grievance handling.
Experience in blue-collar workforce management and industrial relations.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to work independently and lead HR/IR activities at the Kheda plant.

Location Preference: Candidates based in or around Nadiad or Anand, Gujarat, would be preferred.