Senior Human Resources Generalist

Company Description

Wasco Berhad, founded in 1999 and headquartered in Malaysia, is a leading integrated infrastructure group with operations spanning 17 countries worldwide. The company has two key divisions: the Energy Services Division, which focuses on advanced pipe coating, corrosion protection, and engineering solutions, and the Bioenergy Services Division, specializing in biomass energy generation for industries like plantations and petrochemicals. Committed to sustainability, Wasco aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2026, spearheaded by its 'Wasco Forest' initiative for carbon offset through tree planting.

Dedicated to driving energy transitions, Wasco collaborates with industry stakeholders to enhance green value chains and foster a sustainable future for the energy sector.

• Oversees end-to-end payroll processing, tax/statutory compliance, and audit readiness. Maintains competitive salary structures, grading frameworks, benchmarking, and benefits optimization.
• Manages full-cycle recruitment for local staff, yard workers, interns, and overseas hires.
• Handles drafting, reviews, and negotiates employment and contractor contracts. Tracks expiry timelines to ensure timely renewals in strict compliance with labor laws.
• Resolves grievances, conducts disciplinary investigations/hearings, and guides managers on conflict resolution.
• Leads Training Needs Analysis (TNA), develops annual training plans and budgets, coordinates learning programs, and evaluates training effectiveness.
• Manages HR system data integrity, integrations, and reports to support management decision-making.
• Oversees onboarding/offboarding, visas/work permits, and site logistics (travel, transport, accommodation, and PPE).
• Supervises the HR team and continuously improves operational workflows.

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Min. 10 years in C&B, Payroll, or HR Operations, with preferred experience supervising a team or leading the function.
• Proven track record in end-to-end payroll processing, statutory compliance, salary benchmarking, job evaluation, and benefits administration.
• Solid experience in full-cycle recruitment, contract management, employee relations, and training management (TNA).
• Expertise in salary benchmarking, job evaluation, and compensation framework design.
• Strong exposure to HRIS management/integration and advanced proficiency in MS Excel and Office tools.
• High attention to detail, data-driven analytical mindset, and readiness for internal/external audits.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, conflict resolution, and excellent communication skills.