Human Resources Manager Red Sea International Airport📣 Job Ad

About Daa International

daa International was established in early 2014 to leverage the expertise and experience embedded in the daa Group companies. The company assembles skilled teams to deliver customized solutions, unlocking value in airports for investors and state owners. Its capabilities cover all aspects of airport ownership, investment, and commercial operation, drawing on the proficiency of over 5,000 employees. Daa International offers a fast-paced environment with diverse opportunities, fostering a culture that embraces equality, inclusion, diversity, continuous development, and collaboration.

The Role: Human Resources Manager, Red Sea International Airport

Daa International is seeking a Human Resources Manager for the Red Sea International Airport project in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, covering locations such as Umluj and Tabuk. This full-time role involves partnering closely with the Airport’s Senior Leadership Team and People Managers to develop a high-performing, engaged workforce. The HR Manager will ensure effective delivery of HR services across the full employee lifecycle, acting as a trusted HR advisor who provides pragmatic guidance on people matters, supports operational excellence, and ensures compliance with Saudi Labour Law and daa International policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide the full range of HR services to support the end-to-end employee experience at Red Sea International Airport, ensuring compliance with local regulations.
• Act as the primary HR Business Partner to the Airport Leadership Team, People Managers, and employees, offering professional advice and practical solutions across all HR areas.
• Provide front-line advice to People Managers on employee relations issues, serving as an expert advisor in Saudi Arabian labour law.
• Offer expert guidance on employee relations matters, including workplace investigations, disciplinary, and grievance processes, ensuring fair and legally compliant outcomes.
• Develop a thorough understanding of airport operations to proactively identify people-related risks and opportunities, partnering with managers to implement effective HR solutions.
• Support and guide People Managers in the implementation of HR policies, processes, and ways of work.
• Partner with the KSA Talent Acquisition team to support resourcing plans for Red Sea International Airport, taking a direct role in recruitment as appropriate.
• Coordinate with the onboarding team to ensure successful induction and probation management for new employees.
• Develop and maintain rolling workforce plans in partnership with operational leaders, aligning staffing requirements with operational demand and business growth.
• Support People Managers in objective setting, performance reviews, and performance improvement plans to foster a high-performance culture.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with the Airport CEO, senior leadership team, and key stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor on all people-related matters.
• Lead and develop the on-site HR team, establishing clear priorities, service standards, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with the wider KSA HR team and HR Centers of Excellence to implement strategic HR initiatives and organizational change programmes.
• Produce, analyze, and present HR metrics and management information to support informed business decisions.
• Collaborate with the Finance team at Red Sea International Airport to provide people data and other required information.
• Champion daa International's values, promoting an inclusive, collaborative, and high-performing workplace culture.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Saudi National.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a relevant field.
• Professional Memberships: Preferably CIPD or a similar qualification.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive HR experience, including experience in an HR Business Partner or HR Manager role supporting operational business functions.
• Strong working knowledge of Saudi Labour Law and practical experience applying employment legislation in a business environment.
• Experience working within a multicultural, matrix organization is highly desirable.

Skills and Attributes

• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact and influence effectively at all organizational levels.
• Proactive, data-driven, and capable of prioritizing tasks independently.
• Ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality and discretion.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Structured and systematic approach to work with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, supporting colleagues to achieve their goals.

Work Environment

The successful candidate will operate in a fast-paced airport environment, requiring a strong understanding of airport operations and a visible presence across the business. This involves building trusted relationships with leaders and employees. The role is a key part of the wider daa International KSA HR team, contributing to HR initiatives, continuous improvement, and the development of best practices within a collaborative and inclusive culture.