NOVARGI India - HR Business Partner

NOVARGI Indian branch, an Indian established company belonging to the International Group NOVARGI, is currently seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to join our Indian team based in PUNE office.

Born in 2004, we are a leading Engineering and Contracting firm specializing in comprehensive solutions for the Energy sector .

Our global footprint includes 200+ successfully delivered projects spanning a wide range of countries and industrial environments.

From Process Design to Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Commissioning (EPCC) , we provide fully integrated services that drive efficiency and performance. Today, we are actively advancing projects at the forefront of the Energy Transition , supporting our clients on the path to a more sustainable future.

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NOVARGI branch, is mainly focused on Detail Engineering activities for the whole group and Project management activities.

About the Role

We’re looking for a hands-on, decisive, and people-focused Senior HR Business Partner to lead all HR activities for our Pune office. In this role, you will be the primary HR leader on the ground—driving talent strategy, improving culture, and supporting our engineering teams with strong, reliable HR partnership.

This is not a maintenance HR role. You’ll be shaping culture, resolving complex employee relations issues, strengthening leadership capability, and helping build a high-performance, respectful workplace.

Key Responsibilities

Act as the trusted HR advisor to Pune’s engineering leadership team and all employees

Lead the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle for technical and support roles—sourcing, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding

Manage employee relations including investigations, conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs)

Ensure strong alignment with the HR Manager in Gurgaon on policies, processes, and cultural initiatives

Reinforce company values through consistent communication, leadership coaching, and role modeling

Guarantee compliance with Indian labor laws , especially Maharashtra regulations, in collaboration with legal counsel

Implement feedback loops, monitor engagement levels, and proactively address emerging team concerns

Support career development, recognition, and retention programs for high-potential talent

Maintain accurate HR data while supporting HR reporting, compensation cycles, and benefits administration

What We’re Looking For

12-15 years of HR experience , including at least 5 years as an HR Business Partner within engineering, IT, technical, or professional services environments.

Proven experience navigating complex employee relations , including misconduct, underperformance, and conflict resolution.

Strong knowledge of Indian employment law , with specific experience in Maharashtra (Pune preferred).

A leadership style that is firm, fair, calm under pressure , and confident in making tough decisions.

Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence engineers, managers, and senior leaders.

Fluent in English (written and spoken); experience working within global organizations.

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Experience supporting multi-site or remote teams in India is a plus.