Human Resource Officer (Kingston, Jamaica) - Petrojam Limited

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the following vacancy:

Human Resource Officer

The successful candidate will administer and coordinate specific human resource management (HRM) programmes and activities, as directed by the HRD and A Manager, and provides policy interpretation and guidance to individual employees.

He/She will provide service to the organization and its employees which will ensure achievement of the company's strategic objectives, through the development and administration of company policies and the recruitment and retention of qualified human capital.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bsc. Human Resource Management.
• Minimum of five (5) years' experience in HRD at a professional.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Administers the recruitment process: to include posting of internal/external advertisements, preliminary short listing of candidates, administration of screening tests and participation in, or scheduling of, panel interviews.
• Processes all relevant external and internal documentation (e.g. background checks, medical, etc) required to complete the recruitment process
• Administers the Company loan programs
• Prepares all required documentations including notices, advisories, related to employee (regular, contract, temporary) compensation made necessary
• Maintains HRMIS current and effectively utilize the electronic HRM software. Emphasis must be placed on the accuracy of employee biodata and compensation
• Assists in the computation of Performance incentive payments, prepares and distributes advisory memos
• Coordinate the Performance Appraisal process which includes meeting with Heads of Departments and monitoring performance appraisal system to ensure that all members of staff are evaluated by their immediate supervisors and that appropriate opportunity for employee feedback is provided
• Assesses appropriate compensation for new recruits based on qualifications, experience and the need to facilitate performance-driven progression. Prepare offer letters for successful applicants and respond to unsuccessful applicants in a timely manner 
• Generates worthwhile ideas, innovations, procedures, etc that will enhance departmental operations, company image/profitability, and employee well being and productivity
• Carries out surveys and research exercises from time to time on matters pertaining to the HRD function at the request of the Department Manager

Competencies:

• Disciplined with strong attention to detail 
• Customer service oriented 
• Creative, innovative and a team player
• Initiative (acting in the best interest of the department and the organisation)
• Excellent organisation and written/verbal communication skills 
• Proven proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications

Please forward resumes by Friday, July 21, 2023 to:

hrdmail@petrojam.com

Subject line: Human Resource Officer

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.