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HR Business Partner - Manufacturing Industry

Johor Bahru Permanent MYR180,000 - MYR240,000 per year View Job Description
We're looking for an experienced HR Business Partner to join a dynamic manufacturing environment. This is a strategic yet hands-on role where you'll work closely with business leaders to shape culture, drive performance, and lead impactful people initiatives across operations.
  • Partner with leaders and shape people strategy in manufacturing.
  • Join a leading manufacturer with strong career growth opportunities.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established Manufacturer based in Johor, with a strong presence in Malaysia and a reputation for operational excellence. With a commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and people development, the organisation continues to invest in its manufacturing capabilities and workforce to support its growth ambitions.

Job Description

  • Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders, aligning people strategies with operational and commercial objectives.
  • Strengthen leadership capability by providing coaching, guidance, and support on people-related matters.
  • Drive initiatives across talent development, succession planning, performance excellence, and workforce engagement.
  • Lead organizational change initiatives, supporting business transformation and continuous capability building.
  • Manage employee and industrial relations matters, fostering a positive and collaborative workplace culture.
  • Provide expert advice on employment legislation, policies, and HR best practices to mitigate risk and ensure compliance.
  • Utilize workforce insights, people metrics, and planning tools to support strategic decision-making and resource optimization.
  • Collaborate closely with Operations leaders to address workforce challenges and improve overall business performance.
  • Identify opportunities to streamline processes, enhance employee experience, and drive operational effectiveness through continuous improvement.
  • Champion a culture of accountability, inclusion, and high performance across the organization.

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related discipline.
  • 10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in HR business partnering responsibilities.
  • Exposure to employee relations, talent development, and organizational effectiveness initiatives.
  • Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
  • Familiarity with Malaysian employment legislation and industrial relations practices.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to use data to support business decisions.
  • Self-driven, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

What's on Offer

  • Strategic HR leadership role with strong business partnering exposure.
  • Opportunity to shape workforce and culture agendas in a growing organization.
  • Close collaboration with senior stakeholders and operations leaders.
  • Career development opportunities within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Contact
Ben Chew
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7070622
Phone number
6012 329 0871

Job summary

Function
Human Resources
Specialisation
HR Business Partner
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Johor Bahru
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ben Chew
Consultant contact
6012 329 0871
Job Reference
JN-072026-7070622

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.