Assistant Manager-HRBP | Transmission & Distribution/Substation | UAE

Job Purpose

To act as a strategic HR partner for business units within the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) sector, aligning HR strategies with operational goals. The role supports workforce planning, employee engagement, compliance with UAE labour laws, and drives organizational performance in project-driven environments.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic HR Business Partnering

• Partner with Project Directors, Engineering Managers, and Operations teams to align HR initiatives with business objectives.

• Provide workforce planning support for T&D projects (Substations, Overhead Lines, Cable Laying, etc.).

• Advise management on organizational structure, manpower budgeting, and succession planning.

2. Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Lead end-to-end recruitment for technical and project-based roles (Engineers, Supervisors, QA/QC, HSE, Site Staff).

• Manage mobilization/demobilization for site-based manpower.

• Coordinate with recruitment agencies (local & overseas).

3. Performance Management

• Drive annual performance appraisal cycle.

• Support goal setting aligned with project milestones.

• Coach line managers on performance improvement plans (PIP).

4. Employee Relations & Engagement

• Address employee grievances and disciplinary matters.

• Conduct engagement initiatives across project sites.

• Ensure fair and consistent application of company policies.

5. Compensation & Benefits

• Support payroll coordination and ensure compliance with UAE WPS regulations.

• Benchmark compensation within T&D sector.

• Manage leave, EOSB (End of Service Benefits), and benefits administration.

6. HR Compliance & Policies

• Ensure compliance with UAE Labour Law and company policies.

• Handle visa processing coordination with PRO team.

• Maintain HR documentation and audit readiness.

7. Learning & Development

• Identify training needs (Technical, HSE, Leadership).

• Coordinate safety certifications and mandatory T&D compliance training.

• Support career development planning.

8. HR Analytics & Reporting

• Prepare HR dashboards (Attrition, Headcount, Cost Analysis).

• Provide data-driven insights to management.

1. Bachelor’s Degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field (MBA/PGDM in HR preferred).

2. Minimum 9 years of HR experience, preferably within T&D, EPC, Infrastructure, or Power sector.

3. Strong understanding of project-based workforce management.

4. Knowledge of UAE Labour Law.

5. Experience in handling large blue-collar and white-collar workforce.