Group HR Manager - MEP, Fit-Out and Facilities

About the role

Euro Gulf Techno Services LLC (EGTS) is looking for an experienced Group HR Manager to lead HR operations across its MEP contracting, interior fit-out and facilities management business in Dubai. The role covers the full employee lifecycle for a diverse workforce of office staff, engineers, supervisors and large site teams.

Key responsibilities

• Plan manpower and lead recruitment for office, engineering and site teams, including trade tests and agency coordination
• Oversee the full visa lifecycle and government processes (MOHRE, GDRFA/ICP, Emiratisation)
• Manage payroll inputs, WPS, benefits, leave and end-of-service calculations
• Handle employee relations, disciplinary matters and labour law compliance
• Oversee labour accommodation, worker welfare and site-related HR requirements
• Run appraisals and coordinate mandatory training with HSE and operations
• Maintain HRMS data and deliver monthly HR reports to management
• Lead the HR, payroll and PRO team

Required profile

• 15+ years of HR experience, including 8+ years in a managerial role in construction in the UAE
• Proven experience managing a large blue-collar workforce and labour accommodation
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field; a relevant master's degree or professional HR certification (e.g. CIPD, SHRM) is preferred
• Valid UAE driving licence is mandatory

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of UAE labour law, MOHRE/GDRFA processes and WPS
• Hands-on experience with HRMS/ERP payroll systems
• Performance management, including goal setting, appraisal systems, feedback frameworks and development planning
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills