Our client is a large multinational manufacturing organization with a significant production footprint in Thailand. The company operates in a complex, fast-paced environment where operational excellence, workforce capability, and strong employee engagement are critical to success.
The organization offers the opportunity to work closely with plant leadership and influence the people agenda at scale. Its environment values business partnership, continuous improvement, compliance, and developing internal talent. [Suggestion: The company is likely to appeal to HR leaders who enjoy being visible on the production floor, working collaboratively across functions, and contributing to meaningful organizational change.]
The Head of HR will take full ownership of the HR function for a major manufacturing plant in Samut Prakan. This is a hands-on, business-facing leadership role responsible for aligning people strategy with operational priorities and serving as a trusted advisor to site leadership.
Key responsibilities include leading workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, development, and offboarding; identifying organizational needs and mobilizing resources; and strengthening employee engagement and morale through regular floor presence. The role will also lead HR aspects of digital transformation and change initiatives, develop talent pipelines and succession plans, and coach HR managers. In addition, the Head of HR will oversee union relations, collective labor agreements, industrial relations, compliance, and diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field.
10–15 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 10 years in management.
Experience leading HR in a manufacturing or industrial environment, ideally with union exposure.
Strong knowledge of Thai labor law, compensation and benefits, and modern HR operating models.
Fluency in English and Thai.
[Suggestion: Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead organizational change.
