Human Resources Manager

About Mawaqif Qatar

Mawaqif Qatar specializes in facilities management and parking operations, contributing to the Qatar National Vision 2030 through innovative and sustainable approaches. Founded in 2011 as QDVP Mawaqif through a partnership between Qatari Diar and VINCI Park (now Indigo), the company evolved with strong local and international support. Since 2017, it has functioned as a wholly-owned subsidiary of QDVC, focusing strategically on car park services throughout Qatar. The name "Mawaqif," Arabic for "Car Parks," embodies their dedication to delivering exceptional parking infrastructures nationwide.

Role Overview

We are looking for a skilled and dynamic Human Resources Manager to helm our HR operations and aid in scaling our business in Qatar. This role suits an experienced HR generalist familiar with the entire employee lifecycle and well-versed in Qatar's labor law, HR operations, and best practices. The successful candidate will act as a key advisor to leadership, ensuring legal compliance while fostering a productive, engaging, and supportive workplace environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Steer full recruitment processes including workforce planning, talent acquisition, interviewing, selection, onboarding, and probation management.
• Formulate and execute HR policies, strategies, and procedures in alignment with company goals and Qatar Labour Law.
• Offer expert HR advice and support to management and employees on employee relations matters.
• Administer disciplinary, grievance, investigation, and conflict resolution actions, maintaining fairness and confidentiality.
• Lead performance management, succession planning, talent growth, and employee engagement programs.
• Oversee compensation and benefits management, payroll, attendance tracking, leave administration, and HR analytics reporting.
• Maintain employee records and personal files, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Ensure compliance with labor regulations, employment contracts, company policies, and governance frameworks.
• Support organizational development, workforce planning, and lead change management efforts.
• Track HR metrics and prepare insightful reports for strategic planning.
• Collaborate internally to nurture a diverse, inclusive, and positive workplace.
• Manage HR budgets and continuously enhance HR operational efficiency.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related discipline.
• At least 8 to 10 years of sustained HR experience, including 5 years in a managerial or senior HR generalist role within Qatar or GCC.
• Strong expertise in Qatar Labour Law, employment regulations, and HR compliance.
• Demonstrated proficiency in recruitment, employee relations, performance management, learning and development, payroll and compensation administration, HR policies, and audits.
• Experience handling HRIS and payroll systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal abilities.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and confidentiality management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.

Preferred Expertise

• Professional HR certifications such as CIPD Level 5/7, SHRM-CP/SCP, PHR/SPHR, or equivalents are advantageous.
• Previous work in facilities management, contracting, or service sectors.
• Experience managing multi-site operations and multicultural teams.
• Knowledge of government compliance, including work and residence permits and employment documentation.

Benefits and Work Environment

• Competitive remuneration combined with an attractive benefits package.
• Opportunities for growth and professional development.
• A workplace culture that is collaborative, respectful, and embraces inclusion.
• A strategic yet hands-on HR role with significant impact on company culture and success.