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Nova International General Contracting L.L.C. is seeking a Chief Timekeeper to supervise and manage site timekeepers and attendance teams in Abu Dhabi. The role involves maintaining accurate attendance and manpower records, monitoring employee movements, and ensuring timely submission of payroll inputs. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience with Tier-1 construction contractors in the UAE, possess strong knowledge of construction workforce attendance and payroll processes, and be proficient with biometric attendance systems and HRMS/ERP systems. Excellent Excel, reporting, organizational, coordination, and communication skills are required, along with a solid understanding of UAE labor laws. Immediate availability is a plus.
Supervise and manage site timekeepers and attendance teams.Maintain accurate daily attendance and manpower records for all employees and workers.Monitor attendance, late arrivals, absences, leave, rest days, and extended working hours.Collect and verify daily timesheets and overtime records from project teams.Coordinate with Site Management, HR, Payroll, and Project Administration to resolve attendance discrepancies.Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly manpower and attendance reports.Ensure accura
Requirements
10+ years of experience in timekeeping, attendance, and workforce administration with Tier-1 construction contractors within UAE.
UAE/GCC construction experience is highly preferred.
Experience managing multiple site timekeepers and large construction workforces.
Strong knowledge of construction workforce attendance and payroll processes.
Experience with biometric attendance systems and HRMS/ERP systems.
Strong Excel and reporting skills.
Good understanding of UAE labour requirements relating to working hours, leave, attendance, and overtime.
Strong organizational, coordination, and communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced construction environment and meet strict payroll deadlines.
Immediate availability is a plus.
Description
Supervise and manage site timekeepers and attendance teams.Maintain accurate daily attendance and manpower records for all employees and workers.Monitor attendance, late arrivals, absences, leave, rest days, and extended working hours.Collect and verify daily timesheets and overtime records from project teams.Coordinate with Site Management, HR, Payroll, and Project Administration to resolve attendance discrepancies.Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly manpower and attendance reports.Ensure accurate and timely submission of payroll inputs.Monitor employee mobilization, demobilization, transfers, and changes in work locations.Maintain records in the HRMS/timekeeping system and ensure data accuracy.Monitor attendance across multiple projects, camps, shifts, and work locations.Ensure proper documentation and approval of overtime and other attendance-related adjustments.Train and guide timekeepers on company procedures and attendance systems.Conduct regular audits of timekeeping records and investigate discrepancies.Support HR during payroll processing, audits, and employee queries relating to attendance and working hours.Ensure confidentiality and proper maintenance of employee attendance records.