Position: Lead - Industrial Relations (IR)

Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Experience: 8-15 Years

Languages: Gujarati & Marathi (Mandatory)

About the Role

Adani Energy Solutions Limited (AESL) is looking for an experienced Lead - Industrial Relations (IR) professional to drive positive employee relations, ensure labor law compliance, manage union and workmen relationships, and support workforce governance across operational and project locations. The role requires a proactive professional capable of building a harmonious industrial environment while effectively managing employee grievances, statutory compliance, and stakeholder relationships.

Key Responsibilities

Industrial Relations & Employee Relations

Lead and manage Industrial Relations activities across assigned locations.
Build and maintain strong relationships with unions, workmen, employee representatives, and contractors.
Handle collective bargaining, wage settlements, negotiations, and dispute resolution.
Drive proactive employee engagement initiatives to maintain a positive industrial climate.
Support management in preventing and resolving industrial disputes.

Labor Law Compliance

Ensure compliance with all applicable labor laws and statutory regulations.
Liaise with labor authorities, government departments, and regulatory bodies.
Manage labor inspections, notices, audits, and statutory submissions.
Monitor compliance related to Contract Labour, Shops & Establishment, Industrial Relations Code, Social Security Code, and other applicable legislations.

Contract Labor Management

Oversee compliance and governance of contract workforce across sites.
Ensure contractors adhere to statutory and company requirements.
Conduct compliance reviews and audits for contract labor deployment.

Grievance Handling & Discipline Management

Address employee grievances and disciplinary matters in accordance with company policies.
Support disciplinary proceedings, domestic inquiries, and conflict resolution initiatives.
Ensure fair, transparent, and legally compliant handling of workforce issues.

Stakeholder Management

Collaborate with Plant Heads, Project Leaders, Business Heads, Site HR Teams, and External Authorities.
Provide guidance to business leaders on workforce-related risks and mitigation strategies.
Support organizational initiatives related to workforce productivity and industrial harmony.

Qualifications & Experience

MBA (HR), MSW, MLW, PGDHRM, or equivalent qualification.
8-15 years of experience in Industrial Relations and Labor Law Management.
Strong expertise in labor laws, union management, employee relations, and statutory compliance.
Experience dealing with labor authorities and government agencies.
Proven track record in handling industrial disputes, negotiations, and workforce engagement.

Preferred Industry Background

Power & Utilities
Transmission & Distribution
Energy
Infrastructure
EPC
Manufacturing
Heavy Engineering
Renewable Energy

Mandatory Requirements

Gujarati Language Proficiency
Marathi Language Proficiency
Hands-on Industrial Relations Experience
Union & Workmen Management Exposure
Labor Law & Compliance Expertise
Strong Negotiation & Stakeholder Management Skills

Lead - IR