Workforce Planner

Location: 

Suez, EG

Requisition ID:  18406

Why work for us?
Driven by our purpose: Building progress for people and the planet. We are transforming to become the leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions. Holcim US offers an unparalleled range of innovative cement, aggregates, asphalt, concrete products and construction services that have been the foundation for infrastructure projects across the globe. To move the industry forward to a greener future we need people who are passionate about sustainability, are driven to shape and influence perception, and keen to build, grow and thrive in our high-performance culture. Are you ready to build progress with us?

 

Workforce Planner

Location

Sokhna Plant

Job Purpose

Plan, coordinate, and optimize the deployment of the subcontracted workforce to ensure the right people are available at the right time to support safe, efficient, and uninterrupted plant operations.

 

Key Responsibilities

  1. Health & Safety:
  • Adhere to, enforce relevant legislation and policies, and ensure that the highest
  • degree of safety and safe working practices are maintained.
  • Maintain and enhance the Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental standards within the scope of this role.

 

  1. Functional:
  • Develop daily, weekly, and monthly workforce plans based on operational requirements.
  • Coordinate manpower requirements with Operations, Maintenance, Production, and other plant functions.
  • Manage workforce mobilization, demobilization, and replacement requests with the outsourced manpower provider.
  • Ensure adequate workforce availability to support routine operations, shutdowns, and special projects.
  • Monitor workforce allocation and utilization to maximize productivity and efficiency.
  • Identify manpower gaps and recommend timely corrective actions.
  • Coordinate onboarding schedules and deployment of new subcontracted employees.
  • Maintain an accurate workforce deployment plan and staffing forecast.
  • Monitor workforce availability, vacancies, and absenteeism trends.
  • Prepare workforce planning reports and manpower forecasts for management.
  • Coordinate with the Workforce Analyst to ensure workforce data and planning assumptions are accurate.
  • Support cost optimization through efficient workforce planning and utilization.
  • Ensure all deployed workers have completed mandatory HSE inductions before starting work.
  • Schedule only qualified, trained, and authorized personnel for assigned activities.
  • Coordinate workforce deployment to minimize fatigue, excessive overtime, and operational safety risks.
  • Escalate workforce shortages that could impact safe plant operations.
  • Support HSE and Operations during shutdowns, emergency response, and business continuity planning.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance workforce planning efficiency and operational performance.

 

Education, Qualifications & Experience

 

Education: 

- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, or a related discipline.

- Continuous professional development in labor law, leadership, change management, and industrial relations is expected.

 

Technical Skills:

-Strong knowledge of industrial/manufacturing HR and blue-collar workforce management.

-In-depth understanding of Egyptian Labor Law and industrial relations.

-Expertise in workforce planning, talent management, and performance systems.

-Knowledge in HRIS systems (e.g., SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle) and HR operations.

 

Experience:

- Minimum 2 - 4 years of progressive HR experience, preferably within multinational and industrial/manufacturing environments.

- Strong hands-on experience leading HR functions in factory or plant settings with large labor populations.

- Deep expertise in employee relations, engagement, talent management, and organizational development.

- Strong leadership, stakeholder management, communication, and analytical skills.

 

 

WHO ARE LAFARGE PEOPLE?
Lafarge people are passionate about finding better ways to build. They embrace innovation and improvement with a pioneering spirit. They work as trusted partners, creating better solutions and experiences for their customers, communities, and colleagues.

YOUR LAFARGE EXPERIENCE
At Lafarge, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas, and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.