hr manager (kuantan, pahang based).

Looking for a Human Resources Manager to be based out in Kuantan, Pahang.

We are a growing distribution company representing multiple local brands across the East Coast region. As part of their East Coast expansion, this organisation is seeking a capable and experienced HR Manager / Assistant HR Manager to lead human resources operations for the region from our East Coast HQ in Kuantan.

This role oversees the full spectrum of HR functions across 8 operational sites, including logistics, dealers, fueling plants, and retail/distribution points.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic HR Operations

• Lead HR operations across Kelantan, Terengganu, and Pahang.

• Manage and develop a regional HR team (HR Executive and HR Assistant).

• Act as the HR business partner to regional operations and sales leadership.

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Oversee manpower planning and hiring for logistics, store, sales, and operations roles.

• Coordinate hiring with store-level admin and finance personnel.

• Manage onboarding, employee orientation, and workforce integration.

Employee Relations & Disciplinary Action

• Handle disciplinary cases, counseling, domestic inquiries, and labor court (JTK, IR, Mahkamah) matters.

• Provide guidance on HR policies, code of conduct, and corrective action processes.

• Act as liaison with legal and regulatory bodies regarding employee matters.

Payroll & Statutory Compliance

• Oversee monthly payroll for employees across all East Coast sites.

• Ensure accuracy and compliance with statutory submissions (EPF, SOCSO, EIS, LHDN, HRDF).

• Coordinate with finance teams and site admins on payroll documentation.

Policy & Compliance Management

• Implement and ensure adherence to company HR policies and SOPs.

• Coordinate and support license and permit applications for foreign workers or regulatory needs.

• Monitor employment contracts, renewals, and benefits administration.
  
  

Training & Performance Management

• Identify training needs and coordinate HRDF-claimable training initiatives.

• Support performance reviews and career development planning in alignment with business needs.
  
  
  Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or related field.

• 3–5 years of HR experience, preferably from manufacturing, plantation, construction, logistics, or F&B industries.

• Strong experience in disciplinary action, JTK/IR handling, and labor court processes is ideal.

• Good understanding of payroll, statutory contributions, HR compliance, and labor law.

• Ability to work independently and manage a distributed workforce across multiple states.

• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

• Familiarity with gas, logistics, or plant operations is an added advantage.