HR Operations Manager

HR Operations Manager - Tathleeth, Saudi Arabia About Saudi Gold Refinery Saudi Gold Refinery (SGR) is a Saudi mining and precious-metals company specialized in the refining of gold and precious metals, bullion production, and value-added precious-metal services. Operating within the Kingdom's mining value chain, SGR is aligned to the Vision 2030 mining pillar and to the regulatory framework set by the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources (MIM) and applicable Saudi and international standards. We produce responsibly sourced, traceable, and certified bullion, operate to LBMA Good Delivery and ISO-aligned quality standards, and invest in the people, processes, and controls behind every bar we produce. Role Overview Saudi Gold Refinery (SGR) is seeking a HR Operations Manager in Tathleeth, Saudi Arabia to lead the administrative and compliance functions for our growing mining and refining workforce. This role ensures accurate payroll processing, strict adherence to Saudi labor laws, and efficient management of government portals such as Qiwa and Mudad. The successful candidate will support SGR's Vision 2030 alignment by maintaining robust Saudization compliance and operational excellence in a remote industrial setting. The HR Operations Manager will report directly to the VP of HR and will play a key role in stabilizing HR processes for both corporate and plant-based employees. This position drives data integrity, vendor performance, and regulatory compliance to support SGR's expansion in gold exploration and production. Key Responsibilities The HR Operations Manager will be responsible for the following key areas: Payroll Execution The role manages the end-to-end monthly payroll cycle, ensuring accurate calculation of salaries, shift differentials, and overtime for all employees. Regulatory Compliance This position maintains full compliance with MHRSD regulations by managing Qiwa contracts, Mudad wage files, and GOSI subscriptions. Visa Administration The manager oversees the visa and residency lifecycle for expatriate staff through Muqeem and Absher to prevent legal violations. HRIS Management This role ensures data integrity within the HRIS platform by conducting regular audits and updating employee records promptly. Vendor Oversight The position manages relationships with medical insurance providers and payroll vendors to ensure service quality and cost control. Saudization Strategy This role monitors Nitaqat ratios and implements hiring strategies to maintain or improve the company's Saudization tier. Reporting and Analytics The manager generates monthly HR metrics reports on headcount, turnover, and labor costs for senior leadership review. Policy Implementation This position enforces HR policies and procedures consistently across all departments and site locations. Employee Lifecycle Support The role facilitates smooth onboarding and offboarding processes including asset…