Role Purpose
The role is responsible for ensuring end-to-end statutory and labour law compliance across multiple project sites engaged in installation, commissioning and maintenance of Siemens Energy India Ltd product / service range like switch gears, transformers, turbines, and related infrastructure. The incumbent will act as a central compliance anchor, partnering with site teams to ensure adherence, mitigate risks, and manage regulatory interactions.
- Key Responsibilities
- Compliance Monitoring & Governance
- Monitor and review monthly statutory compliance across all project sites pan-India covering, not limited to, Wages, Overtime, PF, Shops and Establishment, Interstate migrant workers, Building and Other Construction Workers, ESI, Professional Tax, Contact labour, etc
- Develop and implement a robust compliance tracking and reporting system (dashboards, MIS, alerts).
- Aware about changes arising from the new Labour codes (Wages, Social Security, Industrial Relations, OSH)
- Conduct periodic compliance audits (physical/ virtual) and identify gaps with actionable closure plans.
- Standardize compliance processes, checklists, and documentation practices across sites.
- Advisory & Capability Building
- Guide site Project/ HR/ IR teams and contractors on statutory requirements and compliance frameworks.
- Provide interpretations of laws and practical solutions to operational challenges at sites.
- Develop SOPs, compliance manuals, and toolkits for site teams.
- Conduct training sessions/ workshops for site teams and contractors on labour law compliance and regulatory updates.
- Regulatory Liaison & Issue Resolution
- Monitor and review along with applicable agency for sites in obtaining registrations, licenses, and statutory approvals.
- Assist in handling inspections, audits, and inquiries from labour authorities.
- Guide site teams in responding to notices, show-cause letters, and legal queries.
- Liaise with local authorities and external consultants to resolve complex compliance issues.
- Contractor Compliance Management
- Ensure contractors adhere to statutory obligations including wage payments, social security, and welfare provisions.
- Implement contractor compliance evaluation and rating mechanisms.
- Review contractor documentation and ensure compliance before onboarding and during execution.
- Risk Management & Reporting
- Identify compliance risks and escalate critical issues to leadership.
- Maintain a centralized repository of compliance records and statutory filings.
- Prepare periodic compliance reports for senior management.
- Track legal changes and proactively update internal stakeholders on implications.
- Continuous Improvement
- Drive digitization/automation of compliance tracking systems.
- Benchmark best practices across industry and implement improvements.
- Strengthen internal controls and governance frameworks for site compliance.
- Key Interfaces
- Internal: Site and Central Project Management teams, HR/ IR Teams, Legal, Finance, Procurement
- External: Labour Authorities, Inspectors, Consultants, Contractors
- Qualifications & Experience
Education
- Postgraduate in HR / Industrial Relations / Personnel Management (mandatory)
- LL.B. (preferred)
Experience
- 10–15 years of relevant experience in labour law compliance, preferably in:
- Infrastructure / EPC / Engineering / Manufacturing sectors
- Multi-location/site-based operations
- Strong exposure to handling statutory compliance for project sites and contractor workforce.
- Functional Competencies
- In-depth knowledge of Indian labour laws and upcoming Labour Codes
- Experience in handling inspections, litigation support, and regulatory interactions
- Ability to interpret legal provisions and translate into actionable guidance
- Behavioral Competencies
- Strong ownership and hands-on approach
- Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail
- Ability to work in ambiguous, dynamic site environments
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
- High integrity and compliance orientation
- Additional Requirements (Good to Have)
- Experience in digital compliance tools / platforms
- Exposure to unionized environments and IR issues
- Familiarity with audits, certifications, and EHS compliance frameworks
- Reporting Structure
- Reports to: Head – IR
- Success Metrics (KPIs)
- Compliance score across sites
- Reduction in non-compliance instances and penalties
- Timely closure of audit observations
- Effectiveness in handling inspections and notices
- Contractor compliance adherence levels
