Senior Plant HR Manager (Leam Chabang)

A leading multinational organisation in the automotive sector is seeking a Senior Plant Human Resources Manager to join their Chonburi facility. This role offers you the opportunity to make a significant impact by advising on HR matters, ensuring compliance with labour laws, and fostering a harmonious workplace environment. You will be instrumental in supporting plant operations through strategic HR guidance, cost management, and employee engagement initiatives.

A leading multinational organisation in the automotive sector is seeking a Senior Plant Human Resources Manager to join their Chonburi facility. This role offers you the opportunity to make a significant impact by advising on HR matters, ensuring compliance with labour laws, and fostering a harmonious workplace environment. You will be instrumental in supporting plant operations through strategic HR guidance, cost management, and employee engagement initiatives. If you are looking for an engaging position within a global company where your expertise will be valued and your professional growth supported, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

• Join a globally recognised organisation with a strong commitment to employee wellbeing and engagement, offering you the chance to work alongside knowledgeable professionals in a supportive environment.
• Take on a pivotal advisory role where your understanding of HR logic and labour law will help shape the plant’s success, without being required to handle day-to-day operational execution.
• Enjoy training opportunities and generous pension contributions as part of a comprehensive package designed to support your long-term career development and personal growth.

What you'll do:

As Senior Plant Human Resources Manager at the Chonburi facility, you will play an essential role in shaping the workplace environment by providing strategic advice on HR matters. Your day-to-day responsibilities will focus on guiding management through complex issues such as union relations and labour law compliance while developing cost-effective solutions that support plant operations. You will be responsible for monitoring employee engagement and wellbeing, ensuring that initiatives are implemented to foster an inclusive culture. By collaborating with various departments and advising on recruitment and development practices, you will help build a dependable team that thrives under supportive leadership. Your expertise will be crucial in maintaining legal compliance and championing diversity efforts throughout the organisation.

• Provide expert advice on all HR-related issues within the plant, ensuring that policies and practices are aligned with local labour laws and regulations.
• Act as a trusted advisor to management regarding union relations, helping to maintain positive communication and resolve any disputes in a considerate manner.
• Develop strategies for cost reduction and budgeting within the HR function, contributing to the overall efficiency and sustainability of plant operations.
• Monitor employee wellbeing and engagement levels, implementing initiatives that foster a warm, inclusive, and collaborative workplace culture.
• Support senior leadership by offering guidance on complex HR matters, including workforce planning, talent management, and organisational change.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant employment legislation, maintaining accurate records and documentation as required by law.
• Collaborate closely with other departments to ensure HR policies are understood and consistently applied throughout the plant.
• Advise on best practices for recruitment, retention, and development of staff, promoting training opportunities that enhance skills across the team.
• Assist in preparing reports for senior management on HR metrics, trends, and recommendations for improvement.
• Champion diversity and inclusion efforts within the plant, helping to create an environment where every employee feels valued.

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for Senior Plant Human Resources Manager will bring substantial experience from similar roles within manufacturing or industrial sectors. Your deep understanding of Thai labour law will enable you to advise confidently on compliance issues while your interpersonal skills allow you to nurture positive relationships across all levels. You should have demonstrated success in supporting senior leaders strategically rather than operationally, particularly around union relations. Your ability to manage budgets efficiently will contribute directly to cost reduction goals. Experience in driving employee engagement programmes is essential as is your commitment to ongoing professional development through training opportunities. A passion for diversity initiatives combined with excellent communication skills will ensure you thrive in this collaborative environment.

• Extensive experience in human resources management within a manufacturing or industrial setting, ideally with exposure to union environments.
• In-depth knowledge of Thai labour law and regulations, enabling you to provide accurate advice on compliance matters.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to connect empathetically with employees at all levels of the organisation.
• Proven track record of advising senior leaders on HR strategy without direct involvement in operational execution.
• Ability to develop cost reduction strategies and manage budgets effectively within an HR context.
• Experience in fostering employee engagement initiatives that promote wellbeing and inclusivity across diverse teams.
• Excellent communication skills for presenting complex information clearly to both management and staff.
• Commitment to continuous learning through participation in training opportunities that enhance your professional capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across departments in order to implement consistent HR policies throughout the plant.
• Passion for championing diversity and inclusion efforts within large organisations.

What sets this company apart:

This multinational automotive organisation stands out for its dedication to creating an inclusive workplace where every individual’s contribution is valued. Employees benefit from generous pension contributions as well as access to extensive training programmes designed to support both personal growth and professional advancement. The company’s supportive leadership fosters collaboration across departments while encouraging open communication at all levels. With a strong emphasis on employee wellbeing and engagement, this organisation provides an environment where you can truly make a difference while enjoying long-term stability within a global network of professionals. Their commitment to diversity ensures that under-represented groups are welcomed into their community, making it an ideal place for those who value teamwork and shared success.

Due to the high volume of applications, our team will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Robert Walters Recruitment (Thailand) Limited
Recruitment License No.: น. 1188 / 2551