Head Industrial Relations

Job Description

1. JOB OBJECTIVES : - To lead and manage industrial relations functions in a dynamic product manufacturing organization by fostering a collaborative environment between management and workforce, ensuring compliance with labor laws and regulations, minimizing disputes, and promoting a positive labor climate that supports organizational productivity and sustainability - Conceptualization and implementation of Industrial Relations Strategies to achieve respective business growth. 2. ROLES & RESPONSIBILITES: - Establishing two-way formal as well as informal internal communication channels to bring in more transparency in industrial relations to exchange and implement mutually agreeable reasonable expectations on continuous basis and to control and channelize the power of collectives (Unions) for productive work in the plant. - Conceive and Institutionalize sustainable IR policies/practices which in the short term and medium term help the plant to run smoothly in alignment with long-term interests of the organization with the active participation and cooperation of line Managers and supervisory staff. - Counseling/ prompt grievance handling of the workers and unions to maintain a healthy work environment & facilitating Employee Satisfaction/delight. - Liaising with enforcement authorities for compliance of all Labour and Industrial Laws and to avoid issues with minimal cost and effort. - Handle multi-Unions, rivalry among the Unions, Wage Agreements/implementation of Production norms, Handle indiscipline, absenteeism, Conduct Domestic Enquiry & Disciplinary Actions and other IR issues. Expertise to enroll new labour contractors and managing existing contractors and large no of contract labour. - Establishing a culture of trust, faith, co-operation & participative management through proactive IR approach. - Handling legal matters like Court cases, Accident cases, etc. 3. Desired Profile: - Not a very frequent changer. - The incumbent should have experience to work in the mid-size manufacturing organization where union is registered - He should have done at least two union agreements - Must know local language (Telegu) - Should have good relations with the labour department 4. REPORTING STRUCTURE : - Would lead a large team of functional experts. - The position reports to VP - Works who manages both Bath Bahadurgarh & Bibinagar Plant and take guidance and input from SVP - HR. 5. QUALIFICATIONS: - Regular / Full Time MBA-HR, MSW or MHRM. 6. EXPERIENCE: - 18 - 25-year experience in a large sized manufacturing company having multiple unions - Proven experience in leadership role in HR / IR within a fast-paced and dynamic organization. - Strong understanding of business processes, dynamics, and best practices. - Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills, especially with Union. - Strategic thinking and analytical abilities, with a track record of driving results through various new systems & initiatives. 7. Technical SKILLS: - Should be able to independently handle wage settlement meetings and negotiations with the union - Should have good exposure to signing long term agreements and implementation. - Should be a meticulous planner and expert negotiator; very strong interpersonal and communication skills; impressive reputation for building cohesion among different groups and individuals. Effectively balance employee needs with company policy. - Enthusiastic, committed team player with profound knowledge in team building and strategic planning to positively contribute to organizational bottom-line. 8. BEHAVIOURAL SKILLS: - Excellent leadership and people management skills with the ability to collaborate and influence at all levels of the organization. - Demonstrated ability to develop and implement various strategies aligned with business objectives. - Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work in a target oriented work environment; 9. LINGUISTIC SKILLS REQUIRED : English, Hindi & Telugu Role & responsibilities Preferred candidate profile