Asst. Manager, Human Resources

About Mewah Group
Mewah Group is a globally recognized agri-business listed on the Singapore Exchange, with over 60 years of heritage in the palm oil and edible oils industry. With a strong presence in Asia, Africa, and beyond, we are committed to delivering quality food and sustainable solutions to the world. At Mewah, we embrace innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence as key drivers of our business success. We believe in empowering our people to make meaningful contributions while growing their careers in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. We are currently seeking an Assistant Manager, Human Resources for PT. Kencana Inti Perkasa, part of Mewah Group.

About the Role

Are you an experienced Human Resources professional who thrives in a dynamic manufacturing environment? We are looking for an experienced Assistant Manager, Human Resources to drive operational Human Resources excellence through disciplined execution of core Human Resources processes, employee relations, compliance, payroll coordination, and administration, while supporting broader business and people objectives.

Key Responsibilities

 Workforce Planning & Talent Acquisition

• Manage recruitment and onboarding processes.

• Partner with business leaders to understand manpower requirements and develop effective staffing strategies.

• Monitor manpower planning, organizational structures, and job descriptions.

HR Operations & Compliance Excellence

• Ensure consistent, accurate, and timely execution of core HR processes across the employee lifecycle.

• Oversee payroll coordination, HR administration, employee documentation, and statutory compliance.

• Monitor HR metrics and workforce analytics to support data-driven decision-making.

• Drive process improvement, standardization, and digitalization initiatives to enhance HR service delivery and employee experience.

Industrial & Employee Relations

• Manage employee relations, disciplinary matters, grievances, and investigations in compliance with labor regulations and company policies.

• Ensure compliance with labor laws, company policies, and internal governance requirements.

• Provide advisory support to management on employment-related matters.

• Foster a positive work environment through proactive employee engagement initiatives.

• Collaborate with department heads to address workplace issues and minimize recurring cases.

Learning & Organizational Development

• Conduct Training Needs Analysis (TNA) and develop annual training plans.

• Manage implementation of learning and development programs.

• Drive capability-building initiatives across the organization.

General Services & Administration

• Lead office administration, facility management, housekeeping, security, travel coordination, and other support services.

• Ensure high-quality service delivery and business continuity across all operational support functions.

• Manage departmental budgets and performance standards.

Team Leadership

• Lead and develop the HR and Administration team.

• Drive performance management, employee engagement, and capability development within the department.

• Champion continuous improvement and HR digitalization initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management, Psychology, Business Administration, or related discipline.

• Minimum 8 years of progressive HR experience, including managerial-level experience.

• Strong exposure in:

  • Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

  • Industrial & Employee Relations

  • Training & Development

  • Performance Management

  • HR Compliance & Labor Regulations

  • General Affairs / General Services Management

• Strong knowledge of Indonesian labor laws and HR best practices.

• Proven ability to manage employee relations cases and stakeholder engagement.

• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

• Experience in manufacturing, FMCG, agribusiness, or industrial environments will be an advantage.

• Proficient in HR analytics, reporting, and HRIS platforms.

• Willing to be based in North Sumatera region