HR manager

Position Summary The HR Manager (Talent Acquisition Specialist) will be responsible for the full spectrum of Human Resources, with a heavy emphasis (approx. 70%) on strategic talent acquisition and technical recruitment . You will design and execute aggressive hiring strategies to secure specialized engineering and operational talent required for large-scale data center environments. Additionally, you will oversee local HR operations, compliance, employee relations, and workforce planning in Kulai. Key Responsibilities 1. Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning (Core Focus) End-to-End Recruitment: Lead the full lifecycle recruitment process for critical data center roles, including Critical Facilities Engineers (Electrical/Mechanical), Data Center Operations (DCO) Specialists, Project Managers, and EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety) personnel. Strategic Sourcing: Build a robust pipeline of passive and active technical talent using specialized job boards, LinkedIn Recruiter, headhunting, and local technical networks. Local Ecosystem Partnership: Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with universities, vocational colleges (TVET), and technical institutes in Johor and broader Malaysia to build an early-career talent pipeline. Employer Branding: Promote the company's brand within the Southern Region tech and engineering hub to position the company as an employer of choice. Time-to-Hire Optimization: Streamline the interview, assessment, and onboarding processes to significantly reduce time-to-hire without compromising on quality. 2. HR Operations & Compliance Local Labor Compliance: Ensure all HR practices strictly adhere to the Malaysia Employment Act 1955 and local statutory requirements (EPF, SOCSO, EIS, PCB). Onboarding & Retention: Design an impactful onboarding experience tailored for data center personnel to ensure high retention and strong cultural alignment from Day 1. Employee Relations: Serve as the primary point of contact for employee grievances, disciplinary actions, and counseling, fostering a safe and collaborative working environment. 3. Compensation, Benefits & Performance Management Market Benchmarking: Partner with leadership to benchmark salary and benefits, ensuring competitive packages tailored to the high-demand Kulai data center corridor. Performance Tracking: Manage the annual performance appraisal process and assist department heads in setting clear KPIs. Job Requirements Education: Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field. Experience: * Minimum of 5–8 years of HR experience, with at least 3–4 years dedicated to high-volume technical recruiting . Prior experience in heavy-asset industries is mandatory (e.g., Data Centers, Telecommunications, Oil & Gas, Semiconductors, Power Generation, or Mega-Infrastructure Construction). Domain Knowledge: Strong familiarity with industrial engineering terminology (e.g.,…