Human Resource Manager (4-Month Contract)

Company Overview JalanBesar Town Council manages and maintains common property of public residential and commercial estates, ensuring smooth operations and community well-being in the town. Job Summary The HR Manager will lead the setup of the internal HR department and manage full-spectrum HR operations, including policy development, HRMS implementation, recruitment, compliance, L&D, and employee engagement during a key organizational transition. Responsibilities Establish foundational HR policies, employee handbooks, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to build a robust HR infrastructure Configure and implement the in-house HR Management System (HRMS) and payroll workflows to streamline HR operations Oversee work pass operations, including monitoring quotas, man-year entitlements, and dependency ratio ceilings, ensuring compliance with MOM regulations Act as the escalation point for complex MOM matters, Fair Consideration Framework (FCF) compliance, and work pass appeals to resolve issues effectively Lead manpower planning and develop hiring frameworks for management, executive, technical, and operational roles to meet organizational needs Conduct final-round interviews, approve job offers, and manage onboarding processes to secure and integrate talent efficiently Oversee organizational training plans and evaluate external training vendors to enhance staff skills and capabilities Review and approve L&D budget utilization and government subsidy submissions (e.g., SSG / SkillsFuture, Absentee Payroll) to optimize training investments Develop and implement employee engagement strategies, staff welfare programs, and team-bonding initiatives to foster a positive organizational culture Lead internal communications on HR policies, benefits, and organizational changes to facilitate smooth change management Manage staff feedback mechanisms and workplace wellness programs, serving as the escalation point for complex grievances and employee relations issues Required competencies and certifications Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field Minimum 4 years of relevant HR generalist or supervisory experience in Singapore Strong working knowledge of the Singapore Employment Act, EFMA, MOM regulatory frameworks, and statutory claims processing Sound understanding of myMOM work pass rules, quota regulations, and SSG/SkillsFuture training grant administration Practical experience with local cloud HRMS implementations, payroll setup, and migration processes Proven capability in team supervision, policy drafting, stakeholder management, and establishing internal controls Preferred competencies and qualifications Prior exposure to organizational setups, insourcing, or MA-to-in-house transitions