HR Manger / Assistant Manager (EPC/ Engineering)

A specialist engineering services company supporting high-tech manufacturing industries is looking for an experienced HR Manager to join their growing Singapore team. Reporting to the General Manager directly, this is a hands-on leadership role suited for someone who thrives in a build-phase environment, takes full ownership of HR operations, and is ready to establish and scale an HR function from the ground up within a technically complex, project-driven business.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with the General Manager and Management team to develop and implement HR initiatives, policies, and workforce strategies aligned with business objectives
• Provide HR advisory and coaching to managers on employee relations, performance management, disciplinary matters, and employment legislation
• Lead end-to-end recruitment across engineering, technical, and support functions
• Manage the full performance management cycle including goal setting, reviews, calibration, and performance improvement initiatives
• Oversee compensation and benefits administration, payroll validation, and ensure accurate and timely statutory filings and obligations
• Lead employee relations matters including investigations, grievance handling, and disciplinary processes, ensuring fairness and compliance
• Drive employee engagement, learning and development programmes, wellness initiatives, and internal communications
• Oversee HR operations and HRMS administration, including the evaluation, implementation, and integration of HRMS with the Company's ERP system
• Ensure compliance with the Singapore Employment Act, MOM regulations, CPF requirements, and other applicable statutory obligations
• Support the Company's Integrated Management System requirements including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards
• Oversee administration functions including office management, facilities coordination, insurance renewals, and vendor management

Requirements:

• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related discipline
• Minimum 8 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 2-3 years in a supervisory or managerial capacity
• Proven experience managing the full spectrum of HR and Administration functions independently within a lean team
• Experience in engineering, construction, infrastructure, or manufacturing environments will be highly advantageous
• Demonstrated experience building or scaling an HR function within a newly established or greenfield organisation
• Hands-on experience with HRMS evaluation, implementation, and ERP integration
• Strong knowledge of Singapore employment legislation, MOM regulations, and CPF requirements
• Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable navigating ambiguity in a fast-evolving start-up environment
• High integrity, self-motivated, and committed to long-term career growth with the organisation

If you believe you fit the requirements for the role, please click APPLY NOW or email your CV to joey.chen@ambition.com.sg

Shortlisted candidates will be notified.

www.ambition.com.sg

EA Registration Number: R1878026

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Business Registration Number: 200611680D.

License Number: 10C5117

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