HR Officer (Al Shafar Engineering)

Position: HR Officer (Generalist) | Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Employment Type: Full Time | Industry: Construction and contracting

Job Overview

Al Shafar Engineering is seeking an experienced HR Officer (Generalist) to manage day-to-day human resources activities in Dubai. The position is suited to a professional with substantial UAE HR experience who can independently support the employee lifecycle, recruitment, payroll coordination and employee relations. Knowledge of construction or contracting operations will be particularly relevant.

The HR Officer will handle employee administration and government-related HR processes while ensuring that company procedures follow UAE Labour Law and MOHRE requirements. The role also supports workforce planning, performance management and employee engagement. Applicants must already be in the UAE and able to join immediately or within a maximum notice period of two weeks.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage employee onboarding, records, employment changes and offboarding across the employee lifecycle.
• Coordinate attendance, leave management, employee documentation and general HR administration.
• Apply UAE Labour Law, MOHRE requirements and company policies in routine HR processes.
• Coordinate employment visas, renewals, cancellations and other government-related transactions.
• Support monthly payroll, leave salary calculations, overtime and final settlement preparation.
• Handle employee relations matters, disciplinary processes, grievances and HR questions.
• Coordinate recruitment, interviews, manpower requirements, performance management and engagement initiatives.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Applicants should have 7–10 years of UAE HR experience, preferably in construction or contracting.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field is required.
• Strong knowledge of UAE Labour Law and HR best practices is essential.
• Hands-on experience with MOHRE processes, visa administration, payroll and employee relations is required.
• Excellent communication, organization and interpersonal skills are important.
• Candidates must be UAE residents and available immediately or within two weeks.

Skills and Candidate Profile

The position requires an independent HR generalist who can manage confidential matters, maintain accurate employee records and coordinate with employees, management and external authorities. The successful candidate should be organized, approachable and able to balance routine administration with employee support. Experience in a fast-moving construction environment will be useful.

Experience: 7–10 years of UAE HR experience, preferably in construction or contracting. Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field. Estimated Salary: AED 8,000–12,000 per month (estimated). Company: Al Shafar Engineering.