Human Resources Executive

Job OverviewWe are seeking an experienced, hands-on HR Executive to independently manage the HR function of a transport company with a workforce of 50–80 employees, the majority of whom are truck drivers, mechanics, and other blue-collar staff, alongside office and operations teams. The role covers the full employee lifecycle: recruitment with strong direct sourcing on LinkedIn and Indeed, onboarding, employee records, attendance and payroll coordination, and compliance with UAE Labour Law. A core part of the role is firm, fair, and consistent discipline management — dealing directly with drivers on traffic fines, misconduct, poor attitude. The ideal candidate is organized, confident with a multicultural blue-collar workforce, comfortable being present in the yard, and able to enforce company policy without hesitation.Key ResponsibilitiesRecruitment & OnboardingManage the full recruitment cycle for drivers, mechanics, operators, and office staff: job postings, screening, interviews, and offers.Actively source and recruit candidates through LinkedIn and Indeed, building a ready pipeline of qualified drivers and blue-collar workers.Verify driving licences, certificates, experience, and references before hiring drivers.Coordinate employee onboarding, induction, and orientation programs.Ensure proper documentation and recordkeeping of new hires.Driver & Blue-Collar Workforce ManagementAct as the day-to-day HR contact for drivers, mechanics, and yard staff.Maintain a regular, visible presence in the yard and terminal, not only in the office.Coordinate closely with the Transport Manager and dispatch team on driver attendance, availability, and conduct.Support driver welfare, accommodation, and transport arrangements where applicable.Discipline & Conduct Management (Core Focus)Enforce the company disciplinary code strictly, fairly, and consistently across the workforce.Track traffic fines with the transport team and take firm action: apply deductions and penalties in line with company policy and UAE Labour Law, and issue formal warnings to repeat offenders.Investigate and act decisively on misconduct, misbehavior, poor attitude, and alcohol or substance issues — up to and including termination in accordance with UAE Labour Law.Apply zero tolerance to alcohol or substance use affecting driving or safety-critical duties, coordinating testing or medical referral where company policy allows.Conduct disciplinary investigations and hearings, issue written warnings, and maintain complete records of every case to protect the company in any dispute.Employee Records & ComplianceMaintain accurate and up-to-date employee records (physical and digital).Ensure HR policies and practices comply with UAE Labour Law.Monitor contract renewals, visa expirations (in coordination with the PRO or external parties), driving licence expiries, and other legal documents.Attendance & Leave ManagementTrack attendance and leave records using relevant systems.Manage sick leave, annual leave, and other absences in line with policy.Ensure accurate monthly attendance reports for payroll coordination.Payroll CoordinationCompile monthly payroll inputs: attendance, overtime, trip allowances, fine deductions, and other adjustments.Coordinate with the Finance or Payroll team to ensure timely and accurate salary processing.Employee Relations & SupportServe as the first point of contact for employee concerns, grievances, and queries.Handle conflicts firmly but fairly, promoting a disciplined and healthy work environment.Communicate effectively with a multicultural workforce across all levels.Support performance review processes and probation evaluations.HR Policy & Process ImprovementDraft, implement, and update HR policies, including the disciplinary code and driver conduct rules.Recommend improvements to HR processes, forms, and internal communications.RequirementsBachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.3–5 years of broad HR generalist/executive experience in the UAE, preferably in transport, logistics, or another operations-heavy business.Proven hands-on experience recruiting through LinkedIn and Indeed.Experience managing drivers and blue-collar workforces is essential.Solid understanding of UAE Labour Law, particularly disciplinary procedures, deductions, and terminations.Firm, confident personality — able to hold difficult conversations with drivers and enforce policy consistently.Familiar with attendance/timekeeping systems and payroll coordination.Strong organizational and communication skills.Fluent in English; Hindi/Urdu and/or Arabic is a plus for communicating with the driver workforce.