Head - Plant HR - Industrial Relations - Process Industry

Role Summary:

Role: Plant HR Head Industrial Relations (Process Industry)

Experience: 20-30 years

Location: Satellite town, Andhra Pradesh

JD: As below

Job Title: Plant HR Head Industrial Relations (Process Industry)

Role Overview:

We are seeking a senior Plant HR Head with strong Industrial Relations experience, capable of managing large workforces, contract labour, and high-intensity IR environments. The role demands deep understanding of labour laws, hands-on union management, and the ability to maintain IR stability at a large manufacturing plant. Fluency in Telugu is mandatory.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Industrial Relations & Compliance:

- Lead IR strategies and maintain harmonious labour relations.

- Manage negotiations, wage settlements, collective bargaining and long-term union agreements.

- Liaise with unions, labour authorities, and government bodies for compliance.

- Drive disciplinary actions and grievance redressal processes.

2. HR Strategy & Leadership:

- Lead the HR agenda at the plant in line with corporate HR policies.

- Execute manpower planning, organisational development, and capability-building initiatives.

- Strengthen HR governance and operational excellence.

3. Employee Relations & Engagement:

- Build a positive work environment via structured employee engagement programs.

- Improve retention, motivation, and performance of the workforce.

- Ensure structured grievance handling mechanisms.

4. Statutory Compliance & Risk Management:

- Ensure compliance with all labour laws, Factory Act, CLRA, PF, ESI and safety regulations.

- Conduct compliance audits and risk assessments to mitigate IR and statutory risks.

- Maintain all statutory records and documentation.

5. HR Operations & Contract Labour Administration:

- Oversee payroll, attendance, time office, and general HR operations.

- Manage large contract labour workforce and vendor compliance.

- Implement HRMS and digital HR tools for operational efficiency.

Key Requirements:

- Strong IR background with hands-on union management experience.

- Experience handling large workforces and extensive contract labour.

- Fluency in Telugu is mandatory.

- Strong stakeholder management across leadership, government authorities and workforce.

Special Requirements:

- Experience in process or large manufacturing industries is essential.

- Preference for candidates who have managed high manpower-intensive plant operations.