Senior Human Resources Officer

About the role

The Senior Human Resources Officer will oversee employee growth for both skilled and unskilled labour on construction sites in Accra and Tema. The role ensures proper staffing, manages labour relations, and guarantees compliance with the Ghana Labour Act.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and resolve grievances, disputes, and disciplinary actions on‑site.
• Coordinate worker mobilization according to project phases.
• Partner with the Safety (HSE) team to ensure mandatory safety inductions.
• Oversee recruitment, selection, onboarding, and employee relations.
• Ensure legal compliance throughout HR management.
• Administer employee benefits, payroll, and performance management systems.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships to tailor staffing solutions.
• Provide guidance to managers on employee relations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary matters.
• Maintain the candidate database and ensure data accuracy.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management.
• Professional membership such as IHRMP (Ghana) or equivalent is a plus.
• 5–7 years of HR experience, with at least 3 years in construction or engineering.
• Thorough knowledge of the Ghana Labour Act (Act 651).

Required skills

• Conflict resolution in high‑pressure environments.
• Effective communication with executive leadership and site workers.