Location: Accra (with periodic travel)
Company: MAC Partners Group
Reports to: Group CEO & Commercial Director
Level: Senior Manager
Industry: Engineering & EPC, Mining Services, Manufacturing, Technical Training
About MAC Partners Group
MAC Partners Group is a diversified engineering, mining support services, manufacturing, and technical training organization with operations across Ghana and West Africa. We have Our 4 subsidiaries operating in Sales, Engineering & EPC, Manufacturing & Technical Training in the mining industry, with Additional ventures in agriculture, education, and community development
We are currently implementing a 5-year transformation and growth plan to institutionalize systems, expand regionally, deepen local manufacturing, and build next-generation leadership.
To support this strategic journey, we seek a human resources professional who acts as a strategic link between HR and business goals, working directly with senior leadership to ensure our people strategy aligns with the company’s overall objectives
ROLE SUMMARY
The HR Business Partner (People & Culture Lead) will spearhead the development and implementation of HR systems, organizational structures, performance frameworks, talent pipelines, training systems, and culture-building initiatives across the Group.
This is a strategic and operational leadership role focused on transforming MAC into a scalable, system-driven organization capable of sustaining rapid growth in engineering, manufacturing, and technical training.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Organisational Development & Workforce Planning
Design and update organograms, role profiles, job grading and competency frameworks for all subsidiaries.
Translate business strategy into structured workforce plans and staffing requirements.
Support restructuring initiatives led by the Office of the CEO. - Talent Acquisition & Recruitment Management
Lead and manage end-to-end recruitment across the Group (technical, administrative, leadership, training, and factory roles).
Build talent pipelines for operations in Ghana and emerging markets (Guinea, Sierra Leone, Burkina Faso).
Improve candidate experience and onboarding discipline across subsidiaries. - Performance Management Systems
Lead the rollout of the Group-wide performance management framework using KPIs, scorecards, and quarterly reviews.
Work with subsidiary leaders to define targets, track performance, and enforce accountability.
Support design of incentive plans linked to performance (GM roles, TTM, production teams, sales teams).
- Culture, Values & Leadership Development
Drive culture-building initiatives across the Group, ensuring alignment with MAC’s values and leadership philosophy.
Operationalize the Navigator & Catalyst Leadership Programs for emerging leaders.
Facilitate internal communication that strengthens culture, professionalism, and teamwork. - Learning & Development (L&D)
Conduct Training Needs Analysis across all subsidiaries annually.
Coordinate delivery of skills development, compliance training, supervisory training, and CPD initiatives.
Collaborate closely with MPTI and subsidiary technical managers to ensure workforce competency development. - Employee Relations & Compliance
Oversee employee relations, grievance resolution, disciplinary processes, and conflict management.
Ensure compliance with Ghana Labour Law and HR governance standards.
Provide HR advisory support to GMs, supervisors, and line managers. - HR Operations & Systems
Develop and implement HR policies, SOPs and HRIS systems for effective people management.
Maintain accurate employee records, contracts, and reports.
Prepare monthly HR dashboards and metrics for the Office of the CEO.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Required
Minimum first degree in human resources, Business Administration, Industrial Psychology, Organizational Development, or related fields.
Minimum 7–10 years, with at least 3 years in a senior HR or managerial role.
Proven experience managing HR in engineering, manufacturing, mining services, EPC, or multi-site operations.
Strong competence in organizational design, performance management, talent acquisition, and HR policy development.
Preferred
Professional HR certification (CIPD, SHRM, CIHRM).
Experience supporting organizational transformation or rapid growth.
Familiarity with technical learning environments, L&D systems, or TVET institutions.
Experience with West Africa (Guinea, Sierra Leone, etc.) labour environments is a plus.
KEY COMPETENCIES
Strong organizational and systems thinking
Excellent communication and stakeholder management
High emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
Ability to balance strategic oversight with hands-on execution
Confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism
A builder mindset capable of establishing new systems and processes
Ability to thrive in a dynamic, multi-entity, founder-led environment transitioning to system-led operations
WHAT WE OFFER
Opportunity to shape and institutionalize the HR architecture of a fast-growing regional group
Work closely with executive leadership and influence transformation outcomes
Competitive remuneration
Professional development through internal and external programs
A mission-driven, entrepreneurial environment focused on national and regional impact