Summary
Estithmar Holding is seeking a Senior Welfare Officer for its HR function in Saudi Arabia. The role coordinates employee relations and welfare matters at worker accommodation and work sites, addresses grievances, and supports employees facing personal or work-related challenges. Duties include coordinating with HR and HSE, organizing community and well-being activities, and working with workers’ committees. Applicants should have a related bachelor’s degree or diploma, at least 5 years of work experience including 3 years in a relevant area, and knowledge of SAP HR; GCC experience is a plus.
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Job Summary
The Senior Welfare Officer in HR oversees and manages employee welfare programs and initiatives within an organization. They are responsible for developing and implementing policies, procedures, and programs that promote the well-being and satisfaction of employees. Additionally, they may provide guidance and support to employees experiencing personal or work-related challenges, and they may coordinate with external resources, such as counseling services or healthcare providers, to provide additional support as needed. The Senior Welfare Officer also plays a key role in promoting a positive work culture and fostering employee engagement through the implementation of wellness activities, events, and initiatives.
Job Responsibilities 1
Coordinate all employee relations a functions relating worker's issues, including interaction between workers Contractor and Client
Receiving and addressing workers issues at the accommodation and site
To coordinate with HR and Safety Department
Provide support to workers if sign of mental depression etc.
Promote and advocate the general well-being of the residents communities.
Coordinate with HR and HSE Departments to define the guidelines of the programs
Organize all relevant activities contributing to improve staff welfare, encourage cross-cultural exchange between residents from all nationalities and enforce feeling of belonging to the community.
Attend the workers’ committee meetings.
Establish and maintain good relationships between employers and employees
Counsel and motivate to the employees in personal and family problems, adjustment to their work environment.
Make sure that the Labor grievances are raised to the concerned and are closed in a prompt manner.
Job Knowledge & Skills
Understanding of relevant employment laws and regulations related to employee well-being.
Knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations to ensure a safe working environment.
Knowledge of employee benefits programs, including health insurance, wellness initiatives, and counseling services.
Effective communication skills to convey information about well-being programs and initiatives.
Understanding of the need for continuous improvement in well-being programs based on feedback and evolving needs.
ERP knowledge preferably SAP functional skills are a requirement to be successful in this role.
Job Experience
Minimum 5 year(s) working experience, 3 year(s) relevant working experience, 2 year (s) GCC is a plus
Competencies
Resilience
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Welfare Processes L2
Employee Relations L2
SAP ERP Human Resources L2
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Agility
Employee Self Service L2
AI Fluency
Grievance Procedures L2
Education
Bachelor's Degree in any related field
Diploma