Job Category: Industrial/Employee Relations and ComplianceJob Description:About Business:Adani Group: Adani Group is a diversified organisation in India comprising 10 publicly traded companies. It has created a world class logistics and utility infrastructure portfolio that has a pan-India presence. Adani Group is headquartered in Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India. Over the years, Adani Group has positioned itself to be the market leader in its logistics and energy businesses focusing on large scale infrastructure development in India with O & M practices benchmarked to global standards. With four IG rated businesses, it is the only Infrastructure Investment Grade issuer in India.Ports & SEZ: Over the past few years, we have evolved from a traditional port operator to a leading integrated ports services provider. As the largest port organization for the past two decades, we offer a wide range of services including cargo handling, container terminal operations, logistics, port infrastructure development, and maintenance. Our expertise extends to multimodal transport solutions, customs clearance, port security, and environmental sustainability, positioning us as a key player in global trade and logistics.Job Purpose: The Head of IR at Ports Industry site oversees labour compliance, dispute resolution, negotiations, and fosters collaboration, while enhancing engagement and managing conflicts for operational efficiency.Responsibilities:Union Negotiations and Collective Bargaining:Lead negotiations with unions to achieve agreements that ensure industrial harmony and benefit both parties.Labour Relations Management:Ensure compliance with labour laws and maintain harmonious workforce relations in the port industry.Dispute Resolution:Lead efforts to resolve workplace disputes through effective negotiation and mediation strategies.Grievance management:Develop and oversee a grievance redressal mechanism to address employee concerns promptly, effectively & analyze patterns of grievances to identify systemic issues and recommend corrective measures.Liasoning:Serve as a primary point of contact for external stakeholders, including labor authorities, local administration, community representatives & represent the organization in external forums related to industrial relations and labor management.Agreement Negotiation:Drive the negotiation of labour agreements to align with organizational goals while fostering collaborative employee relations.Employee Engagement Programs:Develop and implement programs to enhance employee engagement and satisfaction within the organization.Management-Employee Relations:Maintain productive relations between management and employees to support operational effectiveness.Compliance Oversight:Monitor and ensure compliance with all relevant labour laws and regulations within the port industry.Reporting and Analytics:Develop and present comprehensive IR and ER reports, leveraging data analytics to provide insights on workforce trends, compliance, grievances, and resolutions to support strategic decision-making.Brand Positioning:Uphold Adani's brand values in all interactions and build strong relationships to fortify brand trust and loyalty.Digital Mindset:Keep up with digital and AI advancements to enhance business and maintain competitiveness.Team Development:Promote a respectful and safe workplace, lead collaborative and productive teams, and mentor for growth and success.Key Stakeholders - Internal:CPO- APSEZAll BU and department headsSite HR and peersDirect ReportsUnion Representatives,Key Stakeholders - External:Regulatory Authorities, Industry Associations, Legal Advisors, Training and Development VendorsQualifications:Education Qualification:Post-Graduate in any discipline (preferably HR)Work Experience:10 to 17 years of relevant experience in industrial relations, labour management, or HR within large-scale operations.
