Human Resources Officer

PeopleVantage Consulting Limited is a Human Resources and Corporate Administration consulting firm dedicated to helping organisations build effective HR systems, strengthen administrative processes, and enhance workforce performance.

We provide tailored solutions in HR management, recruitment, policy development, performance management, organisational development, and corporate administration, enabling businesses to operate efficiently, manage their people effectively, and achieve sustainable growth.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Human Resources Officer

Location: Uyo, Akwa Ibom

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• To support the effective implementation of HR policies and procedures through recruitment coordination, employee records management, onboarding, attendance monitoring, employee welfare and HR administration, ensuring that the organisation has the workforce and HR support required for its construction operations.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment and Onboarding Support:

• Assist with job advertisements, CV screening, interview scheduling and candidate communication.
• Coordinate pre-employment documentation, reference checks and other recruitment requirements.
• Support the onboarding and induction of new employees, including site-based personnel.
• Maintain recruitment records and update employee information as required.

Employee Records and HR Administration:

• Maintain accurate and confidential employee files, personnel records and HR databases.
• Prepare employment letters, confirmation letters, internal HR correspondence and other personnel documents for review and approval.
• Monitor employee attendance, leave records, resumption dates and personnel movements.
• Support the preparation of staff lists, headcount reports and other HR records.

Attendance, Leave and Workforce Administration:

• Monitor staff attendance, punctuality, absenteeism and leave applications.
• Coordinate with site supervisors and departmental heads to obtain accurate workforce attendance information.
• Maintain records of casual workers, contract staff and other project personnel where applicable.
• Report attendance irregularities and workforce administration issues to the HR Manager.

Employee Relations and Welfare:

• Respond to routine employee enquiries and escalate sensitive matters to the HR Manager.
• Assist with employee welfare activities, grievance documentation and disciplinary processes.
• Support staff engagement initiatives and communication of HR policies and procedures.
• Help ensure consistent application of company rules and workplace standards.

Training and Performance Management Support:

• Assist in coordinating staff training, induction and development activities.
• Support the administration of performance appraisals, including tracking completion and maintaining appraisal records.
• Follow up with supervisors and line managers on outstanding HR documentation and appraisal submissions.
• Maintain training records and support the identification of workforce development needs.

HR Compliance and Reporting:

• Support compliance with applicable Nigerian labour laws, company policies and employment procedures.

• Maintain accurate documentation for HR reviews, audits and statutory requirements.

• Prepare periodic reports on headcount, attendance, leave, recruitment and other HR activities.

• Perform other duties as may reasonably be assigned by the HR Manager or designated supervisor.

• Qualifications and Experience

• HND or Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Industrial Relations or a related discipline.

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant HR or personnel administration experience.

• Experience in construction, engineering, infrastructure or other project-based organisations is an advantage.

• Knowledge of Nigerian labour practices and HR administration procedures.

• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPM) or progress towards professional certification is an advantage.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and HR information systems.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Good organisational and administrative skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in recordkeeping.
• Confidentiality and professional integrity.
• Ability to coordinate with site supervisors, line managers and employees.
• Good time management and problem-solving skills.

Application Closing Date

20th November, 2026.