Workers Welfare Officer
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Job Description
The Workers Welfare Officer is responsible for ensuring the wellbeing and fair treatment of all workers within the organization. This role involves overseeing health safety and welfare policies addressing workers concerns and fostering a supportive work environment. The officer will work closely with management the People department and other relevant departments to implement welfare programs and compliance with labour regulations. Responsibilities are but not limited to the following:
- Welfare Program Development and Implementation
- Implement manage and enhance welfare programs to support workers physical mental and emotional wellbeing.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of welfare initiatives and suggest improvements.
- Health and Safety
- Ensure the workplace meets health and safety regulations and standards.
- Conduct regular inspections and risk assessments.
- Promote a culture of safety and health awareness among workers.
- Grievance Handling and Conflict Resolution
- Act as a point of contact for workers to voice their concerns and grievances.
- Mediate conflicts and disputes to ensure fair and satisfactory resolutions.
- Maintain records of grievances and resolutions.
- Compliance and Legal
- Ensure compliance with local labour laws and regulations regarding worker welfare.
- Stay updated with changes in legislation and implement necessary changes in policies.
- Conduct audits and prepare reports on compliance status.
- Training and Development
- Organize and conduct training sessions on health safety and welfare practices.
- Develop materials and resources to support worker education on welfare topics.
- Communication and Liaison
- Serve as a liaison between workers and management to communicate welfare initiatives programs and standards.
- Facilitate regular meetings with worker representatives to discuss welfare issues.
- Record Keeping and Reporting
- Maintain accurate records of audits welfare activities and grievance resolution.
- Prepare regular reports for management on worker welfare status and initiatives.
- Community and Social Engagement
- Organize social events and activities to foster a sense of community among workers.
- Support workers in accessing community resources and services.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong understanding of health safety and UAE and Saudi labour laws.
- Knowledge and adherence to Workers Welfare International Standards
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive situations with empathy and confidentiality.
- Strong organizational and problemsolving abilities.
- Proficiency in MS Office and HR management software.
- Ability to conduct physical inspections of work sites.
- Capacity to handle stressful situations effectively.
- Willing to be assigned fulltime in Saudi Arabia and able to travel regularly.
- Must be able to speak Hindi Arabic and is fluent in English.
Qualifications :
- Arabic speaking is a must.
- Bachelors degree in Human Resources Social Work Occupational Health or related field.
- Minimum of 58 years of experience in a similar role preferably in a large organization or industrial setting.
- Experience in the Middle East is required.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
