People Generalist
Posted 30 Sep 2026
Advertised as “Assistant Manager - People Generalist - Ports & Terminals - Cochin”
BranchFactor Summary
The original posting with the fluff stripped out
- Expected experience
- 5–10 yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- On-Site
Compensation
No salary listed for this role.
Role speciality
Contract Labour ManagementEmployee EngagementEmployee RelationsHR OperationsLearning and DevelopmentPeople GeneralistStatutory Compliance
Preferred qualifications
Field of studyHuman Resource Management
Study levelGraduate diploma
Key responsibilities:
· 1. Contract Labour Management
- Manage the end-to-end administration of contract labour deployed across business operations.
- Ensure compliance with Contract Labour (Regulation & Abolition) Act and other applicable labour legislations.
- Monitor contractor manpower deployment, attendance, documentation, licenses, statutory remittances, and compliance records.
- Conduct periodic audits of contractors for compliance relating to PF, ESI, wages, bonus, leave, and other statutory requirements.
- Maintain contractor employee database and support workforce planning requirements.
- Coordinate with operational departments regarding manpower requirements and contractor performance.
- Support resolution of contractor workmen grievances and labour-related issues.
- Prepare MIS and compliance reports related to contract workforce management.
- Ensure the compliance of DP World’s health, safety and environmental requirements.
2. Employee Engagement & Culture
- Plan and execute employee engagement initiatives aligned with organizational objectives.
- Coordinate employee communication programs, recognition initiatives, festivals, and welfare activities.
- Conduct employee satisfaction and engagement surveys and assist in implementing action plans.
- Drive wellness, diversity, inclusion, and employee wellbeing programs.
- Support leadership interactions, town halls, and employee connect initiatives.
- Monitor engagement metrics and recommend interventions for improving employee morale and retention.
3. Employee Helpdesk & Grievance Management
- Act as the first point of contact for employee HR-related queries and concerns.
- Manage HR helpdesk activities and ensure timely closure of employee requests.
- Handle employee grievances, policy clarifications, and service requests professionally and confidentially.
- Track and analyse employee issue trends and recommend process improvements.
- Ensure seamless employee experience across all HR touchpoints.
4. HRIS & Data Management
- Maintain accurate employee data in HRMS/HRIS platforms.
- Ensure timely updates related to onboarding, transfers, promotions, salary revisions, and separations.
- Generate regular HR dashboards, reports, and analytics for management review.
- Monitor data quality and perform periodic audits to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Support system enhancements, process automation, and digital HR initiatives.