Human Resources Manager – Abu Dhabi, UAE

Human Resources Manager

Strategic HR Leadership, Construction Workforce Management, and UAE Labor Compliance
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Posted on December 30, 2025
Job Type: Full Time
Industry: Human Resources / Construction
Experience: 10–15 Years Total (8–10 Years UAE)
Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree + Professional Cert (CIPD/SHRM)
Salary: AED 10,000 to 15,000

🔹 Key Responsibilities:

  • Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement HR policies and strategies that align with the organization’s construction and engineering objectives.
  • Operations Management: Oversee end-to-end HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, leave management, and final settlements.
  • Payroll & Compliance: Ensure 100% compliance with UAE Labour Law, MOHRE regulations, and the Wage Protection System (WPS).
  • Workforce Planning: Coordinate with project managers and operational teams for multi-site workforce optimization and manpower mobilization.
  • Employee Relations: Act as the primary advisor on employee relations, performance management, and organizational development initiatives.
  • Department Supervision: Lead and mentor a team of HR staff to ensure high-quality administrative support and record-keeping.

🔹 Requirements:

  • Experience: 10–15 years of total HR experience, with a mandatory 8–10 years within the UAE.
  • Industry Background: Proven experience specifically within contracting, construction, or engineering companies is essential.
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or Management.
  • Professional Credentials: Highly preferred certifications such as CIPD, SHRM, or CHRP.
  • Regulatory Expertise: Strong working knowledge of MOHRE procedures, visa processing, and UAE Labour Law.
  • Scale: Demonstrated ability to manage large-scale, blue-collar and white-collar workforces across multiple project sites.

What We Offer:

  • Leadership Authority: Direct influence over the HR strategy of a dynamic engineering organization.
  • Competitive Compensation: Monthly salary ranging from AED 10,000 to 15,000 based on UAE leadership experience.
  • Professional Growth: An environment that values organizational development and strategic workforce planning.