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Human Resources ManagerVTOL AVIATION INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED • palakkad, kerala, in
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Human Resources Manager

Human Resources Manager

VTOL AVIATION INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED • palakkad, kerala, in
1 day ago
Job description

Company Description

VTOL AVIATION INDIA PVT. LTD., part of the respected EFC GROUP COMPANIES, is a pioneering company specializing in innovative Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and Aerial Mobility. Based in Navi Mumbai, VTOL's state-of-the-art research and manufacturing facility is home to over 80 skilled engineers. With accolades such as being India’s first company to obtain the DGCA Type Certificate for a hybrid UAV to being a recognized name in the Indian Defence Sector. VTOL is dedicated to excellence in both defense and civil aviation applications with its Made in India UAV Systems and Subsystems. With the upcoming projects, VTOL is expanding its HR department to fulfill the HR requirements.

Role Overview

We are looking for an HR Manager to lead HR strategy, recruitment, HR operations, and people management for a fast-scaling defence aerospace company. This role drives organisational capability across recruitment, performance, compliance, culture, and employee engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment Leadership (Core Focus) :

  • Lead hiring strategy for engineering, avionics, aerospace R&D, flight testing & manufacturing roles.
  • Build talent pipelines, manage sourcing channels & oversee all recruitment processes.
  • Drive employer branding and campus hiring with top engineering institutions.
  • Create job descriptions, competency frameworks & manpower planning with department heads.

HR Operations & Governance :

  • Oversee onboarding, induction, HRIS, documentation, and employee lifecycle processes.
  • Drive payroll inputs, attendance systems, and employee record management.
  • Ensure statutory compliance, internal HR audits & policy implementation.
  • Support documentation required for defence audits, certifications & government processes.

    • Performance & Development :

  • Implement performance appraisal cycles and KPI-driven evaluation frameworks.
  • Identify skill gaps and coordinate training, technical upskilling & L&D programs.
  • Drive engagement, retention, culture-building and leadership development initiatives.

    • Employee Relations & Workplace Management :

  • Lead grievance redressal, conflict resolution & disciplinary processes.
  • Maintain a professional, inclusive, and compliant work environment aligned with defence manufacturing standards.

    • Requirements

  • MBA / PGDM in HR or related field.
  • 5-7 years’ experience in HR, with strong exposure to technical recruitment.
  • Prior experience in aerospace, automotive, robotics, defence or engineering-led companies preferred.
  • Strong leadership, people management, and communication skills.

    • Interested Candidates may share updated cover letter and resume to hr@vtolaviations.com with current CTC, Expected CTC and Notice Period.

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