(Only 24h Left) Manager

Are you a seasoned HR leader with strong knowledge of industrial practices labour laws and employee engagement strategies Do you have the ability to manage a dynamic workforce across multiple project sites If yes this is your opportunity to lead HR at one of India s rapidly growing natural graphite mining and beneficiation companies About Us Pradhan Industries is a leading natural graphite mining and beneficiation company in Odisha With multiple brownfield and greenfield projects underway we are expanding rapidly across Lakshmipur Bandhamandi Bainibasa and Birida We aim to build a strong people-centric efficient and legally compliant workforce culture Position Overview As the Senior Manager - HR you will be the highest-ranking HR leader in the organization You will be responsible for developing and executing all HR strategies ensuring legal compliance building a high-performance culture and overseeing end-to-end human resource operations across all units The position is based at Rayagada with regular coordination across the four plant locations Key Responsibilities 1 HR Strategy Leadership Lead and implement company-wide HR strategies aligned with short-term and long-term business goals Act as a strategic partner to senior management for organizational development and workforce planning Formulate HR policies in line with industry best practices company culture and legal compliance Develop and review the organizational structure to support future expansion and productivity Design and implement HR initiatives for organizational change digital HR transformation and process improvements Build a strong employer brand by promoting company values and work culture across all levels Establish HR KPIs and regularly monitor performance engagement and attrition trends Provide strategic input on budgeting for HR and manpower costs 2 Recruitment Staffing Develop annual manpower budgets and resource planning for all four sites Lakshmipur Bandhamandi Bainibasa and Birida Oversee full-cycle recruitment job descriptions sourcing interviewing selection onboarding and orientation Collaborate with external agencies and technical institutes for skilled workforce acquisition Implement structured onboarding programs and induction modules for new joiners Build and maintain a talent pool pipeline for critical and high-risk roles Ensure timely replacement of resigned or terminated staff without affecting plant operations Monitor staffing compliance contractor headcount skill level safety certifications Initiate internal job postings IJP promotions and transfers in a transparent and merit-based manner 3 Industrial Relations Compliance Maintain cordial and proactive relations with employees unions contractors and local communities Ensure complete compliance with applicable Labour Acts Factories Act Mines Act CLRA ESI PF Minimum Wages Shops Establishment Act etc Conduct regular audits for statutory compliance in coordination with legal and audit teams Handle labour inspections court matters conciliation proceedings and government interactions Frame and revise Standing Orders HR Manual and disciplinary procedures in compliance with law Prevent and resolve conflicts disputes and strikes with tact fairness and diplomacy Drive awareness on POSH Prevention of Sexual Harassment and ensure a safe workplace for all Keep track of license renewals and liaison with pollution board labour office and local authorities 4 Training Development Identify skill gaps through Training Need Identification TNI for permanent contractual and managerial staff Conduct regular training sessions on soft skills safety technical know-how and statutory awareness Coordinate with external trainers consultants and industry bodies for advanced capability building Develop career development plans for key talent and high-potential employees Promote cross-functional training leadership development and inter-unit exposure programs Evaluate training effectiveness through feedback and performance improvement metrics Establish a digital library or LMS Learning Management System for on-demand training 5 Performance Management Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of performance appraisal systems Develop a fair measurable and transparent KPI-based performance evaluation process Train managers and department heads on performance feedback and improvement plans Drive implementation of reward and recognition schemes across all levels Link performance with increments promotions and training requirements Analyze performance trends and create individual development plans IDPs Conduct annual and mid-year appraisal cycles with proper documentation and communication 6 Employee Engagement Welfare Plan and execute regular employee engagement programs sports events festival celebrations team outings suggestion drives etc Design and roll out employee surveys feedback systems and communication channels Develop policies related to housing transportation uniforms safety gear education support and medical facilities Monitor and improve workers living conditions at site camps and dormitories Ensure transparent grievance redressal helpdesk support and employee counseling Collaborate with CSR teams for welfare activities involving employee families and communities Create wellness programs focused on physical health mental well-being and work-life balance 7 Disciplinary Grievance Handling Establish a clear fair and timely grievance redressal process with defined escalation levels Conduct domestic inquiries disciplinary actions and exit interviews in a legally compliant manner Counsel employees facing stress conflicts or behavioural issues Coordinate with legal team and union representatives for complex disciplinary cases Ensure that workplace misconduct absenteeism or violation of rules is managed with zero tolerance Keep documentation of all complaints inquiries and resolutions securely and confidentially 8 Documentation MIS Maintain an up-to-date HRMS Human Resource Management System with accurate records on Employee master data Attendance leaves Contracts renewals Salary revisions Transfers promotions Ensure timely submission of statutory returns ESI PF bonus gratuity professional tax Create and share HR dashboards hiring reports attrition analysis and cost-to-company statements Generate monthly and quarterly manpower MIS for internal review and management reporting Track HR metrics such as absenteeism retention grievance redressal time training hours per employee etc Desired Profile 1 Qualifications Master s Degree in Human Resource Management Industrial Relations MBA HR or equivalent 2 Experience Minimum 12-15 years of experience in HR roles preferably in mining manufacturing or industrial sectors Strong background in labour law compliance union handling and large-scale workforce management Experience in handling multi-location HR operations is preferred 3 Skills Attributes Sound knowledge of Factories Act Labour Acts Mines Act ESI EPF Contract Labour Regulation etc Excellent communication Odia Hindi English preferred leadership and interpersonal skills High emotional intelligence ethical mindset and result-oriented approach Comfortable with field visits and plant-level interactions Job Location Travel Travel Requirements The position will involve regular visits to all operational units Lakshmipur Bandhamandi Bainibasa Birida The candidate must be open to travel to Bhubaneswar as and when required for official meetings or called upon by management Necessary for strategic coordination or administrative purposes for staffing and workforce planning policy implementation performance reviews or any other HR-related directives from the Head Office How to Apply Send your resume with the subject line Application for Senior Manager - HR to info pradhanindustries com For queries Whatsapp us at 91-77520-56961 Job Types Full-time Permanent Pay 15 074 68 - 35 000 00 per month Work Location In person