Full Time IR-ER Specialist Jobs, in Rikevita (Malaysia) Johor - Maukerja

Company Description

Rikevita (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd., established in 1991, is the company’s first overseas production base, strategically located in Johor, Malaysia. The organization specializes in distilled monoglycerides, food emulsifiers, and functional additives, supporting both food and chemical industries. As part of an international network, Rikevita integrates manufacturing, sales, and technology, backed by an Application Center that delivers innovative, market-focused solutions. The company emphasizes problem-solving and quality innovation, bringing advanced “Japan Quality” standards to global markets.

Role Description

We are looking for a dedicated and knowledgeable Industrial Relations Specialist to manage all aspects of Industrial and Employee Relations. The ideal candidate must have solid experience in a unionised environment, capable of handling domestic inquiries, collective bargaining, grievance management, and ensuring full compliance with Malaysia’s labour laws.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all IR and ER functions including disciplinary cases, grievances, and counselling.
• Lead and coordinate Domestic Inquiries (DI), investigations, and documentation.
• Support and represent the company in collective bargaining and union negotiations.
• Prepare, review, and advise management on HR policies, warning letters, and show cause notices.
• Handle liaison with Labour Department, Industrial Relations Department, and external legal consultants.
• Ensure compliance with the Employment Act 1955, Industrial Relations Act 1967, and Trade Union Act 1959.
• Provide guidance and training to department managers on disciplinary procedures and compliance matters.
• Support HR strategies related to employee engagement, workplace harmony, and communication.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Law, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in handling IR and ER within a unionised manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience in Domestic Inquiries, collective bargaining, and dispute resolution.
• Sound knowledge of Malaysian employment and industrial laws.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Able to work independently, handle sensitive matters with confidentiality and integrity.

Why Join Us?

• Be the key driver of positive employee and union relations in a growing organisation.
• Work in a compliance-focused manufacturing environment.
• Gain exposure to complex IR cases and national-level union engagement.

Apply now and bring your industrial relations expertise to strengthen our HR framework and workplace harmony!

Job Type: Permanent

Benefits:

• Free parking
• Meal allowance