Santoshkumar Pathak

Seasoned and results-oriented HR Manager with over 17.8 years of comprehensive experience in leading full-spectrum HR operations across the power and steel sectors. Demonstrated expertise in mass recruitment, onboarding, and manpower planning, with a consistent record of sourcing 450–600 highly skilled and skilled personnel annually, supporting operations of over 1300+ staff, including key leadership roles such as Plant Head, O&M Head, Maintenance Head, and Operations Head. Highly proficient in Industrial Relations, Statutory Compliance, Performance Management, Goal Setting, Training & Development, Employee Engagement, and Site HR Administration. Known for driving HR excellence by aligning human capital strategies with organizational goals, ensuring full regulatory compliance, and cultivating a performance-driven, employee-focused culture. Additionally serves as a Corporate HR representative for new contract bidding, visiting multiple project sites to assess HR feasibility, cost structuring, and compliance alignment—playing a key role in project acquisition and mobilization planning.

• Mass Recruitment & Workforce Planning – Proven ability to source, mobilize, and deploy 450–600+ highly skilled and Skilled & Semi Skilled 1300+ manpower annually across multiple project sites.
• Onboarding & Employee Life Cycle Management – Streamlined onboarding, induction, confirmation, separation, and full-cycle employee processes.
• Industrial Relations & Union Liaison – Strong experience in handling union negotiations, dispute resolution, and maintaining harmonious labor relations.
• Statutory Compliance (ESIC, PF, Labour Laws) – Deep knowledge of labor law compliance, audits, and maintaining contractor documentation per statutory norms.
• Performance Appraisal & Goal Setting Frameworks – Implemented performance management systems linked with KPIs and organizational goals.
• Learning & Development (L&D) – Spearheaded programs including Skill Matrix, Successor Planning, Multi-skilling Initiatives, and Subject Matter Expert (SME) development.
• Employee Engagement & Retention Strategies – Developed and implemented engagement activities to boost morale, satisfaction, and reduce attrition.
• HR Policy Formulation, Audits & MIS Reporting – Drafted and enforced HR policies, managed internal audits, and prepared comprehensive HR MIS reports.
• Site HR Operations & Administration – Oversaw complete HR and administrative functions at large-scale industrial sites.
• Employee Grievance Redressal & Conflict Resolution – Effectively resolved grievances and workplace issues through transparent and timely interventions.
• Site Administration – Managed logistics, canteen, security, transport, and infrastructure support for employees and site staff.
• Local, Political & Police Liaisoning – Ensured smooth operations by maintaining healthy relations with local authorities, law enforcement, and political representatives.
• Employee Payroll Processing – Supervised end-to-end payroll activities including salary processing, reimbursements, and statutory deductions.
• Contractor Workforce Compliance Management – Accountable for monitoring and ensuring all contractor employee compliances, documentation, and audits are up to date.