Employee Relations - Planning (Deputy Manager/ Manager)

Job description

About Kia India Pvt Ltd Kia India Private Limited is a premier automotive manufacturer and a subsidiary of Kia Corporation. Driven by its global brand ethos "Movement that Inspires," Kia India has rapidly grown into one of the country's leading automotive brands. Manufacturing Hub: Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility is located in Penukonda, Sri Satya sai district, Andhra Pradesh. It spans over 500+ acres and boasts a highly automated production process, an engine shop, body shop, paint shop, and assembly lines. Core Products: We design, manufacture, and distribute globally inspired, connected, and technologically advanced vehicles tailored to the Indian and international markets. Position Overview Location: Kia India Pvt., Ltd., Penukonda Mandal, Sri Sathyasai District, Formally (Anantapur District), Andhra Pradesh Qualification: MBA, MHRM, MSW Designation: Dy. Manager ~ Manager Team Member Reporting To: Head of Section [ER- Planning] Function: Employee Relations Experience: Minimum 10-15 Years of experience in Grievance Handling & Conflict Resolution, Employee Engagement & Welfare Programs & Stakeholder Management etc Key Responsibilities 1. Employee Relations • Grievance Management: Proactively engage with employees through regular shop floor interactions to understand grievances, facilitate discussions with management, and ensure timely and effective resolution of employee concerns. • Employee Engagement: Plan, organize, and execute employee engagement initiatives such as sports tournaments, cultural events, film festivals, employee welfare programs, and recognition activities to enhance employee morale, engagement, and workplace culture. • Domestic Enquiries & Disciplinary Management: Conduct domestic enquiries and investigations related to employee misconduct, grievances, disciplinary issues, and workplace complaints while ensuring adherence to the principles of natural justice and company policies. • Employee Relations Training: Develop and deliver training and awareness sessions on employee relations, workplace policies, disciplinary procedures, code of conduct, and organizational values. • Statutory & Labour Law Compliance: Ensure compliance with applicable labour laws, statutory regulations, standing orders, and internal policies by maintaining required documentation and coordinating with internal stakeholders. • Industrial Relations: Maintain harmonious industrial relations by building effective relationships with employees, employee representatives, and management. Support conflict resolution initiatives and promote a positive work environment. • Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with department heads, HR teams, plant leadership, and external agencies to implement employee relations initiatives and resolve workplace issues efficiently. • Reporting & Documentation: Maintain accurate records of grievances, disciplinary cases, employee engagement activities, statutory compliance, and public relations initiatives. Prepare MIS reports, dashboards, and management presentations. Key Skills & Competencies • Employee Relations (ER) • Industrial Relations (IR) • Grievance Handling & Conflict Resolution • Domestic Enquiry Management • Disciplinary Procedures • Labour Laws & Statutory Compliance • Employee Engagement & Welfare Programs • Shop Floor Employee Management • Policy Interpretation & Implementation • Employee Communication • Event Management • MIS Reporting & Data Analysis Mandatory SkillsLabor Laws, Employee Relations, WelfareDesirable SkillsEmployee Relations (ER) Industrial Relations (IR) Grievance Handling & Conflict Resolution Domestic Enquiry Management Disciplinary Procedures Labour Laws & Statutory Compliance Employee Engagement & Welfare Programs Shop Floor Employee Management Policy Interpretation & Implementation Employee Communication Event Management MIS Reporting & Data Analysis