HR Manager - Greater Asia Region (GAR)

This key leadership role will directly support all SMARDT employees and functions in the region.

• Develop and execute a scalable HR strategy that supports company growth, culture, and performance goals.
• Advise leadership on organizational structure, headcount planning, and culture initiatives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to Management and Supervisors on people and organizational topics.

• Oversee recruitment strategy and processes to support rapid hiring needs across departments.
• Partner with hiring managers to define roles, improve interview processes, and ensure top talent pipelines.
• Own employer branding efforts to attract high-calibre candidates aligned with our mission and values.

• Implement and optimize performance management systems to promote feedback, accountability, and growth.
• Launch learning & development initiatives to improve talent, including leadership development programs.
• Create and manage career pathing frameworks to support employee growth and retention

• Drive initiatives to sustain and evolve a high-performing, inclusive, and values-aligned culture.
• Lead employee engagement efforts (pulse surveys, feedback loops, offsite events, etc.).
• Support managers in building strong teams and resolving personnel issues with empathy and compliance.

• Build and scale HR systems and processes (HRIS, payroll, onboarding, offboarding, etc.).
• Ensure compliance with all relevant local, state, and federal employment laws as we grow into new markets.
• Own benefits and compensation strategy, benchmarking, and administration.

• Develop and report on key HR metrics (e.g. turnover, engagement, DEI, performance trends).

Use people analytics to inform decision-making and improve processes and policies.

Qualifications

Minimum experience requirements :

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with significant exposure to Talent Attraction, Development, and Retention programs.
• 3+ years as Head of Human Resources or HR Manager, with responsibility over all HR Functions

• Deep understanding of local labour laws and practices in the region, especially in Singapore and Malaysia
• HVAC, Manufacturing or any other related industry.
• HR experience at a growth-stage company.

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

• Strategic thinker with hands-on execution
• Experience with modern HR tech tools (e.g., HRIS, ATS, L&D platforms).
• Strong communication and leadership presence.
• Change Management