Business Partner: People at DP World

Job Function

• The role is pivotal in implementing the HR strategy within the designated department, supporting the HR Business Partner in various HR initiatives. The responsibilities encompass a broad spectrum, from collaborating with supervisors on HR matters, facilitating change management, to leveraging HR Information Systems for data reliability and insights. The position formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of the organization.

Key Performance Areas:

• Ensure adherence to all HR processes and procedure relating to employee matters in HR such as employee record update, effect changes in their data, request for leave, benefits disciplinary procedures etc.
• Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Participates in the bi-weekly pep talk with delivery officers and workshop technicians by responding to questions that pertains to HR matters in these meetings.
• Work with line managers to generate training needs for work location.
• Drive implementation of training plan for location under purview.
• Assists the HR Business Partner in the implementation of HR strategy to the business by ensuring that the HR delivery is fully aligned to business goals in their area of business.
• Drive performance cycle activities (Goal setting, Mid-year reviews and End of year reviews) in designated locations Consult with line management and provide HR guidance.
• Supports the delivery of all talent resourcing activities within the area of business focus and work closely with stakeholders to ensure they understand how performance management tools combine to enhance performance, and attract, engage, and retain employees.
• Serve as a change agent by influencing key stakeholders in support of organizational effectiveness.
• Support Learning Budget tracking, invoice / payment follow-up as required.
• Assists in ensuring compliance with applicable state and federal laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Provide cover for HR Business Partner as appropriate during periods of absence such as annual leave, study leave, short term transfer, etc.

Qualifications Required:

• B.Sc. HND/ in Business Administration, Human Resource Management or any other related field.
• CIPMN , SPHRI, CIPD ,SHRM.
• Additional HR certifications or qualifications.

Experience and Skills Required:

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of progressive experience in HR, administration, or related operational roles.
• HR Experience in the Factory, Transport and logistics business.
• Demonstrated experience in managing HR functions, administrative responsibilities, and operational support, ideally in a managerial or supervisory capacity.
• Experience in Industrial relations.