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Lead the Team That Fuels Our Journeys

Are you ready to shape the future of a fast-growing oil & gas retail group operating across Malaysia and Singapore? We're not just running petrol stations and convenience stores—we are building a brand powered by people, performance, and purpose.

We're looking for a strategic and hands-on HR Director to lead and elevate our HR operations across Malaysia and Singapore, champion a culture of excellence, and drive talent strategies that fuel our growth. If you thrive in dynamic environments, love solving people challenges and want to make a real impact, this is your moment.

About Smart Group

We operate a growing network of petrol stations and convenience stores, committed to delivering exceptional service and operational excellence. As we expand, we're looking for a strategic HR partner to shape our workforce and culture.

Location: Johor Bahru

Industry: Oil & Gas Retail (Petrol Stations & Convenience Stores)

Salary Range: RM10,000 – RM12,000/month

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead HR strategy and execution across Malaysia and Singapore.
• Oversee recruitment, talent development, and performance management.

· Ensure compliance with labour laws and industry regulations including workplace safety.

· Drive employee engagement and retention initiatives.

• Advise and provide timely reports to senior management on organisational design and workforce planning strategies.
• Implement HR systems, policies and processes to support scalable growth.

· Oversee all HR operational and administrative matters for both Malaysia and Singapore, including but not limited to payroll processing, manpower planning, tax submission, appraisal and benefits administration.

· Manage and maintain relationships with service providers and vendors e.g. stationery, software to ensure smooth and efficient office operations.

Ideal Candidate:

* Minimum 7 years in senior HR roles (HR Manager/ HR Director)

* Strong knowledge of HR practices in Malaysia and Singapore

* Experience in retail, oil & gas, or multi-location operations preferred

* Strategic, curious and problem-solving mindset with hands-on leadership style

* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

What We Offer:

* Competitive salary, workplace flexibility and benefits

* Leadership role with regional impact

* Supportive executive team and growth-focused culture

* Opportunities to innovate and shape the future of our workforce

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: RM10, RM12,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Professional development

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Johor Bahru (Johor Bahru): Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• Diploma/Advanced Diploma (Required)

Experience:

• Human resources: 6 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Location:

• Johor Bahru (Johor Bahru) (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Join to apply for the HR Director Malaysia role at Pall Corporation

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?

At Pall Corporation, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.

You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.

As a global leader in high-tech filtration, separation, and purification, Pall Corporation thrives on helping our customers solve their toughest challenges. Our products serve diverse, global customer needs across a wide range of applications to advance health, safety and environmentally responsible technologies.

The HR Director, Malaysia will provide HR partnership and leadership to multiple businesses and functions primarily located in Selangor and Penang. This leadership role sits within the APAC HR leadership team and focuses on developing and implementing HR initiatives aligned with business objectives.

The HR Director will contribute to talent development, coaching, workforce planning, employee relations, performance management, compensation, and more. A data-driven and solution-oriented approach, with a growth-oriented mindset, is crucial.

In This Role, You Will Have The Opportunity To

• Strategic HR Leadership: Partner with business and country leaders to guide talent development, succession planning, and organizational assessments while aligning people strategies with business goals.
• Culture & Engagement Advocacy: Champion company values to foster engagement, retention, and trust; provide coaching and training to managers on effective people leadership.
• Legal & Compliance Oversight: Consult on employment casework, legal matters, compliance activities, and investigations to ensure organizational integrity.
• Data-Driven HR Management: Track and analyze HR KPIs to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement in engagement and development.
• Employee Experience & Development: Understand associate needs, lead onboarding and learning programs, and implement initiatives that enhance engagement and retention.
• HR Operations & Collaboration: Work with Talent Acquisition, CoE teams, and global HRBPs to deliver recruitment, talent management, and total rewards solutions while driving process improvements.
• Team Leadership & Policy Implementation: Coach and develop direct reports, lead employee relations, and ensure effective communication and execution of HR policies and health and welfare standards.

The Essential Requirements Of The Job Include

• Possess a minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role overseeing HR teams.
• Well-versed in Malaysian labor laws and HR practices.
• Proficient in both written and spoken English.
• Demonstrated success in managing a large, multi-location workforce of over 400 employees.
• Committed to high ethical standards and professional integrity.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in

• Proven experience in overseeing HR operations for large-scale shared services environments.
• Proficient in multiple languages, enabling effective communication across diverse cultures.
• Extensive HR experience within MNCs.

Pall Corporation offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Strategic Planning & Workforce Management – Aligns HR strategy with overall business objectives, helping the organization attract, retain, and develop a high-performing workforce.

Talent Acquisition - Attracting top candidates through employer branding, competitive compensation, and effective recruiting strategies.

Performance Management - Implementing systems for performance evaluations, setting clear expectations, and linking performance to compensation and career development.

Compensation and Benefits - Designing and administering competitive salary structures and comprehensive benefits packages to attract and retain employees.

Employee Relations & Culture - Managing conflicts, promoting a positive work environment, and developing policies for employee conduct and well-being.

Learning and Development - Collaborate with senior management, organizing training programs and initiatives to enhance individual and organizational performance, innovation, and career development.

Legal Compliance and Health & Safety - Ensuring adherence to labor laws, maintaining workplace safety, and conducting regular audits.

REQUIREMENTS

Master’s degree in Human Resources Management or related fields.

10 years of progressive HR experience or senior HR leadership role.

Experience in a multinational corporation or dynamic business environment.

Strong project management skills for managing complex HR initiatives.

Experience in crisis management and business continuity planning.

Knowledge of employee benefits and compensation structures.

Familiarity with talent management and development practices.

Experience in leading diversity and inclusion initiatives within organizations.

Understanding of employee engagement strategies and best practices.

Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural environment.

Have experience handling expatriates and a strong understanding of current requirements working in Malaysia.

Proficiency in multiple languages can be advantageous.

Knowledge or interest in emerging technologies such as AI, HR analytics tools, and digital HR platforms is an added advantage.

About the Company:

Kerjaya Prospek Property Berhad (“KPP”) (formerly known as GSB Group Berhad), is one of the more prestigious developers in the country, known for its impressive track record throughout the years.

KPP has delivered a number of stellar projects where a few have achieved prominent awards such as Asia Property Award 2015/2016’s Best Commercial Landscape Architecture for The Shore @ Malacca River mixed development project and the Prestigious Developer Awards’s Best Mixed Development Award in 2019 for the Bloomsvale project from Property Insight.

KPP is aspired to build a better tomorrow by creating integrated spaces in safe, healthy and connected environment.

HR Director Malaysia role at Danaher Life Sciences

Location: Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia (on-site)

The HR Director will provide HR partnership and leadership to multiple businesses and functions primarily located in Selangor and Penang. This leadership role sits within the APAC HR leadership team and focuses on developing and implementing HR initiatives aligned with business objectives.

The HR Director will contribute to talent development, coaching, workforce planning, employee relations, performance management, compensation, and more. A data-driven and solution-oriented approach, with a growth-oriented mindset, is crucial. As a role model for the team, living the Danaher values, the HR Director is expected to contribute beyond the success of the country team.

This position reports to the Vice President, APAC HR & Global MicroE and is part of the Human Resource team located in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia and will be an on-site role.

• Strategic HR Leadership: Partner with business and country leaders to guide talent development, succession planning, and organizational assessments while aligning people strategies with business goals.
• Culture & Engagement Advocacy: Champion company values to foster engagement, retention, and trust; provide coaching and training to managers on effective people leadership.
• Legal & Compliance Oversight: Consult on employment casework, legal matters, compliance activities, and investigations to ensure organizational integrity.
• Data-Driven HR Management: Track and analyze HR KPIs to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement in engagement and development.
• Employee Experience & Development: Understand associate needs, lead onboarding and learning programs, and implement initiatives that enhance engagement and retention.
• HR Operations & Collaboration: Work with Talent Acquisition, CoE teams, and global HRBPs to deliver recruitment, talent management, and total rewards solutions while driving process improvements.
• Team Leadership & Policy Implementation: Coach and develop direct reports, lead employee relations, and ensure effective communication and execution of HR policies and health and welfare standards.

• Possess a minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role overseeing HR teams.
• Well-versed in Malaysian labor laws and HR practices.
• Proficient in both written and spoken English.
• Demonstrated success in managing a large, multi-location workforce of over 400 employees.
• Committed to high ethical standards and professional integrity.

• Proven experience in overseeing HR operations for large-scale shared services environments.
• Proficient in multiple languages, enabling effective communication across diverse cultures.
• Extensive HR experience within MNCs.

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Overview

Bring more to life.

Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?

Pall Corporation, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.

You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.

As a global leader in high-tech filtration, separation, and purification, Pall Corporation thrives on helping our customers solve their toughest challenges. Our products serve diverse, global customer needs across a wide range of applications to advance health, safety and environmentally responsible technologies. From airplane engines to hydraulic systems, scotch to smartphones, OLED screens to paper—everyday Pall is there, helping protect critical operating assets, improve product quality, minimize emissions and waste, and safeguard health. For the exponentially curious, Pall is a place where you can thrive and amplify your impact on the world. Find what drives you on a team with a more than 75-year history of discovery, determination, and innovation.

Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.

The HR Director, Malaysia will provide HR partnership and leadership to multiple businesses and functions primarily located in Selangor and Penang. This leadership role sits within the APAC HR leadership team and focuses on developing and implementing HR initiatives aligned with business objectives.

The HR Director will contribute to talent development, coaching, workforce planning, employee relations, performance management, compensation, and more. A data-driven and solution-oriented approach, with a growth-oriented mindset, is crucial. As a role model for the team, living the Danaher values, the HR Director is expected to contribute beyond the success of the country team.

This position reports to the Vice President, APAC HR & Global MicroE and is part of the Human Resource team located in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia and will be an on-site role.

• Strategic HR Leadership : Partner with business and country leaders to guide talent development, succession planning, and organizational assessments while aligning people strategies with business goals.
• Culture & Engagement Advocacy : Champion company values to foster engagement, retention, and trust; provide coaching and training to managers on effective people leadership.
• Legal & Compliance Oversight : Consult on employment casework, legal matters, compliance activities, and investigations to ensure organizational integrity.
• Data-Driven HR Management : Track and analyze HR KPIs to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement in engagement and development.
• Employee Experience & Development : Understand associate needs, lead onboarding and learning programs, and implement initiatives that enhance engagement and retention.
• HR Operations & Collaboration : Work with Talent Acquisition, CoE teams, and global HRBPs to deliver recruitment, talent management, and total rewards solutions while driving process improvements.
• Team Leadership & Policy Implementation : Coach and develop direct reports, lead employee relations, and ensure effective communication and execution of HR policies and health and welfare standards.

• Possess a minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role overseeing HR teams.
• Well-versed in Malaysian labor laws and HR practices.
• Proficient in both written and spoken English.
• Demonstrated success in managing a large, multi-location workforce of over 400 employees.
• Committed to high ethical standards and professional integrity.

• Proven experience in overseeing HR operations for large-scale shared services environments.
• Proficient in multiple languages, enabling effective communication across diverse cultures.
• Extensive HR experience within multinational corporations.

Pall Corporation, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits info.

Overview

Group HR Director – Southeast Asia (Based in Malaysia)

Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (with frequent travel across Southeast Asia), or based in Myanmar. The privately held FMCG group is one of the largest and most influential players in its home market, with a growing footprint across Southeast Asia and ambitions to expand into China. Headquartered in Singapore, the group operates across the full value chain, including manufacturing, procurement, OEM production, distribution, and marketing. The business is undergoing regional transformation, centralizing operations, expanding into new markets, and investing in talent, systems, and leadership. The group seeks a Group HR Director to lead and elevate the HR function across Southeast Asia. This is a senior, high-impact role shaping the people strategy, unifying HR practices across borders, and enabling the group’s next phase of growth.

• Reassess and redesign the HR operating model to support regional expansion and organizational maturity.


• Build and lead a cohesive HR team across the region, ensuring alignment, capability development, and clear accountability.


• Overhaul and implement HR policies, systems, and processes to meet international standards while remaining locally relevant.


• Lead strategic HR initiatives including workforce planning, succession management, and leadership development.


• Strengthen the company’s employer brand and employee value proposition across internal and external stakeholders.


• Partner with business leaders to embed a culture of performance, collaboration, and continuous learning.


• Ensure compliance with employment laws and practices across all operating markets, focusing on Malaysia and Myanmar.


• Act as a change agent to rally teams, improve morale, and drive HR execution across all business units.


• Collaborate closely with senior leadership, including a visionary GCEO, to shape the company’s people agenda across Southeast Asia.

• Seasoned HR leader with experience in FMCG or other fast-paced industries.


• Proven track record in leading regional HR teams; exposure to Myanmar is a strong advantage.


• Proficiency in Mandarin is essential, given the communication preferences of senior leadership.


• Well-versed in employment policies in Malaysia and Myanmar, and confident navigating complex regulatory environments.


• Passionate about learning & development, talent growth, and building high-performing teams.


• Collaborative and structured, with the ability to align diverse stakeholders around a unified HR vision.


• Willing to travel frequently (up to 50%) across Southeast Asia, especially Myanmar.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Human Resources

• Consumer Services

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Strategic Planning & Workforce Management – Aligns HR strategy with overall business objectives, helping the organization attract, retain, and develop a high-performing workforce.
• Talent Acquisition - Attracting top candidates through employer branding, competitive compensation, and effective recruiting strategies.
• Performance Management - Implementing systems for performance evaluations, setting clear expectations, and linking performance to compensation and career development.
• Compensation and Benefits - Designing and administering competitive salary structures and comprehensive benefits packages to attract and retain employees.
• Employee Relations & Culture - Managing conflicts, promoting a positive work environment, and developing policies for employee conduct and well-being.
• Learning and Development - Collaborate with senior management, organizing training programs and initiatives to enhance individual and organizational performance, innovation, and career development.
• Legal Compliance and Health & Safety - Ensuring adherence to labor laws, maintaining workplace safety, and conducting regular audits.

REQUIREMENTS

• Master's degree in Human Resources Management or related fields.

• 10 years of progressive HR experience or senior HR leadership role.

  
  
• Experience in a multinational corporation or dynamic business environment.
• Strong project management skills for managing complex HR initiatives.
• Experience in crisis management and business continuity planning.
• Knowledge of employee benefits and compensation structures.
• Familiarity with talent management and development practices.
• Experience in leading diversity and inclusion initiatives within organizations.
• Understanding of employee engagement strategies and best practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural environment.
• Have experience handling expatriates and a strong understanding of current requirement working in Malaysia.
• Proficiency in multiple languages can be advantageous.
• Knowledge or interest in emerging technologies such as AI, HR analytics tools, and digital HR platforms is an added advantage.