Job Details:
Key Responsibilities:
1. Misconduct & Disciplinary Management
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Lead investigations into alleged misconduct or wrongdoing in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
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Issue show cause letters, review responses, and recommend appropriate disciplinary actions.
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Act as Prosecuting Officer during Domestic Inquiry (DI) proceedings as needed.
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Guide and appoint DI panellists, ensuring compliance with procedures.
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Prepare management papers recommending appropriate disciplinary actions post-inquiry.
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Advise senior management on disciplinary outcomes based on the severity of misconduct.
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Facilitate employee counseling sessions to support performance improvement initiatives.
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Ensure compliance with labor laws, statutory requirements, and company policies.
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Oversee grievance management, ensuring prompt resolution and harmonious employer-employee relations.
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Provide guidance on Performance Improvement Plans (PIP) and disciplinary actions in Workday.
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Review and present weekly disciplinary action reports for management meetings.
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Establish strong relationships with external HR consultants, legal advisors, trade unions, and government agencies.
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Represent the company at the Industrial Relations/Labor Department for cases under Section 20 and trade union disputes.
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Maintained updated disciplinary records for audit purposes.
2. Union & Industrial Relations Management
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Participate in union meetings to address grievances and foster positive labor relations.
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Conduct quarterly dialogues with worksite committees to resolve concerns proactively.
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Mediate and resolve conflicts between management and union workers.
3. Grievance Handling & Dispute Resolution
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Handle grievances and disputes efficiently, ensuring fair and timely resolutions.
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Investigate grievances by working closely with relevant departments to obtain detailed information.
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Maintain a harmonious work environment by fostering strong management-employee relations.
4. HR Policies & Compliance
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Update and revise HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance with labor laws and industry best practices.
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Provide strategic HR guidance to enhance workplace policies and employee engagement.
5. Collective Agreement Management
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Prepare and review presentations and materials related to the Collective Agreement (CA).
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Assist in negotiating the Collective Agreement with trade unions and developing negotiation strategies.
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Support Collective Agreement signing ceremonies and official documentation.
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Facilitate stamping and deposit of the signed CA with the Industrial Court for cognizance.
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Oversee the printing and distribution of the Collective Agreement booklets to union members.
Key Requirements:Education & Experience:
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Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial relations or other related fields.
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Certifications: Professional certifications recognized in Malaysia, like the Malaysian Institute of Human Resource Management (MIHRM) certification, can be advantageous.
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7-10 years of HR experience, including handling disciplinary actions, industrial relations, and union negotiations.
- Local Industry Experience: Experience in the Malaysian manufacturing or FMCG sectors, especially with companies that have unions, is crucial. Familiarity with local labor laws and regulations is essential.
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Proven experience in misconduct investigations, grievance handling, and compliance management.
Skills
- Understanding of Local Laws: Strong knowledge of the Industrial Relations Act 1967 and other relevant Malaysian employment laws.
- Negotiation and Mediation: Skills to handle talks with unions and mediate disputes are vital.
- Bilingual or Multilingual: Proficiency in Malay and English is often required, and knowledge of additional languages like Nepalese can be beneficial.
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No
Work Shift:
Tyson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
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What We Do
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