SATS is seeking an Assistant Manager, Employee Relations on a contract basis to support employee-relations matters across its Singapore operations. The role typically involves advising managers and employees on workplace policies, handling grievances, disciplinary cases and investigations, supporting union engagement, and ensuring compliance with Singapore employment legislation. Candidates are expected to have a degree or diploma in Human Resources, Business, Industrial Relations or a related discipline, with several years of practical employee-relations experience. Strong knowledge of Singapore employment practices, excellent communication and case-management skills, discretion, sound judgement and the ability to work with employees at different levels are important. Experience in a unionised, aviation, logistics, hospitality or other fast-paced operational environment would be advantageous.
SATS Ltd is a Singapore-headquartered provider of food solutions and gateway services. The company supports airlines, airports, hospitality businesses, institutions and other customers through services such as airline catering, food manufacturing, baggage handling, cargo handling, passenger services and aviation logistics. SATS operates across Singapore and international markets, connecting people and goods through major aviation and transport hubs. Its workforce includes culinary specialists, aviation-service professionals, logistics teams, engineers, corporate employees and operational support staff. Because many of its activities run around the clock, the company places importance on safety, service quality, teamwork, compliance and reliable people management. SATS is listed on the Singapore Exchange and has developed a broad regional and global presence through organic growth and acquisitions.
Singapore is a compact, highly connected island city with opportunities in aviation, logistics, finance, technology, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing and professional services. English is widely used at work, while Mandarin, Malay and Tamil are also official languages. The culture is multicultural, practical and fast-paced, with strong emphasis on punctuality, professionalism and respect for different backgrounds. Public transport is efficient, housing ranges from private apartments to government-built HDB flats, and healthcare and education are well developed. Living costs can be high, particularly rent, but salaries and infrastructure are competitive. Foreign employees generally need an employer-sponsored work pass; the Employment Pass is common for professional roles, while S Pass eligibility depends on salary, qualifications and sector quotas. Secure a job before relocating, check pass requirements with Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower, and budget for accommodation, deposits, insurance and daily expenses. Singapore offers easy regional travel, excellent food and a warm tropical climate.
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