Executive - Employee Relations - Operations

Job Description

The Executive – Employee Relations – Operations role supports employee relations across operational teams, helping maintain positive workplace practices and compliance with company policies and Sri Lankan labour regulations. Requirements typically include a degree or professional qualification in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or a related field, along with experience in employee relations, grievance handling, disciplinary procedures, and HR administration. Strong communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, confidentiality, and documentation skills are expected. The candidate should be comfortable working with factory or operational employees, managers, and supervisors, investigating workplace concerns, supporting engagement initiatives, and providing practical HR guidance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Company Info

MAS Holdings is one of South Asia’s leading apparel and textile manufacturers, headquartered in Sri Lanka. The group supplies innovative clothing, activewear, intimate apparel, and wearable solutions to major international brands. Its operations span design, product development, manufacturing, logistics, and technology, with facilities and partnerships across several countries. MAS is recognised for its focus on innovation, sustainability, ethical manufacturing, and employee development. The company employs a large and diverse workforce and operates through multiple business units serving global customers. In Sri Lanka, MAS has a significant presence across manufacturing locations and corporate functions, offering careers in production, engineering, quality, human resources, supply chain, finance, technology, and management. Employee relations roles are particularly important in supporting productive, respectful, and compliant workplaces across its operational sites.

Destination Guide

Sri Lanka offers opportunities in apparel manufacturing, IT and business services, tourism, logistics, finance, engineering, healthcare, and education. Colombo is the main commercial centre, while areas such as Katunayake, Biyagama, Kandy, Galle, and regional industrial zones also provide employment. The island has a warm tropical climate, affordable local transport, diverse food, beaches, mountains, and a strong community-oriented culture. Sinhala and Tamil are official languages, while English is widely used in business. Foreign nationals generally need an employer-sponsored work visa or residence approval before beginning employment; requirements vary by role and nationality, so confirmation with the employer and Sri Lankan immigration authorities is essential. Relocating employees should budget for housing, healthcare, transport, and private schooling where relevant. Local workplace culture values respect, punctuality, adaptability, and relationship-building.