HR ASSISTANT

Company Overview

Plantwerkz is a Singapore-based award-winning design & build company since 2009, specializing in landscaping projects for residential, institutional, commercial, and public spaces. We transform urban environments into green oases with resilience and preservation at our core.

Job Summary

Manage daily HR operations to support recruitment, onboarding, compliance, and employee record management for a landscaping company, ensuring adherence to Singapore employment regulations and efficient work pass administration.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and process mandatory core trade training and course applications for foreign workers and gardeners to ensure compliance and workforce readiness
• Prepare and manage employment contracts, appointment letters, and HR documentation to support new hires and ongoing employee administration
• Assist recruitment and onboarding of gardeners, landscape workers, drivers, and operational staff to meet company staffing needs
• Maintain and update accurate employee records, attendance, leave, and personnel files to support payroll and compliance
• Administer work pass applications, renewals, cancellations, and related MOM matters to ensure legal workforce status
• Monitor employees’ medical examinations, training certifications, and work pass expiry dates to maintain compliance and safety standards
• Compile attendance and overtime records to support accurate payroll preparation
• Prepare reports, letters, and administrative correspondence to facilitate effective HR communication
• Liaise with government agencies, vendors, and external service providers to coordinate HR-related processes and services
• Handle sensitive employee information confidentially and professionally

Required competencies and certifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of HR experience, preferably in the landscape or construction industry
• Proficient in PC literacy and MS Office applications, especially Excel
• Strong knowledge of Singapore employment regulations
• Familiarity with work pass application processes
• Ability to work independently
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Able to commence work as soon as possible

Other Information

• Only Singaporean or PR candidates may apply; applications from foreigners will be automatically rejected.
• Salary will be offered based on relevant experience and competencies.