Mohammad Abu Taleb

Accomplished and results-driven Human Resources Leader with over 17 years of strategic HR experience across construction, oil and gas, manufacturing, aviation, commercial, and contracting industries in Jordan, Libya, and the Gulf region. Proven expertise in building HR departments from the ground up, streamlining processes, and implementing data-driven HR frameworks that improved workforce performance, retention, and engagement. Recognized as a strategic thinker, effective leader, and change agent, bridging business goals with HR solutions to drive operational excellence and long-term organizational growth.

HR & Administration Manager at Agricultural Polyethylene Film Manufacturing Co. (2022-02 – Present)

Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with organizational goals, tracking effectiveness through KPIs such as employee turnover, recruitment time-to-fill, and training completion rates. Lead end-to-end talent management and oversee compensation, benefits, and payroll administration.

• Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with organizational goals, tracking effectiveness through KPIs such as employee turnover, recruitment time-to-fill, and training completion rates.
• Lead end-to-end talent management for operational and corporate staff, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, learning & development, and succession planning.
• Oversee compensation, benefits, and payroll administration, improving payroll accuracy and equity.
• Implement employee engagement initiatives, boosting retention and workplace morale.
• Direct organizational development and change management programs, enhancing productivity and alignment with business goals.
• Manage administrative operations including procurement, logistics, and vendor relations, achieving cost efficiencies.
• Mentor and develop the HR & Admin team, strengthening capability and service delivery.

HR Specialist – Project Based at Jordan Aircraft Maintenance Co, JORAMCO (2021-11 – 2022-01)

Led HR framework redesign project to support organizational expansion. Developed job descriptions, role mapping, and competency frameworks.

• Led HR framework redesign project to support organizational expansion.
• Developed job descriptions, role mapping, and competency frameworks.
• Partnered with department heads to align workforce capabilities with current and future business requirements.

HR Manager – Fixed Term Contract at Issa Haddadin & Partners Co (2020-02 – 2020-06)

Managed full HR operations during the COVID-19 crisis, ensuring business continuity. Implemented emergency HR policies, remote work frameworks, and employee support initiatives.

• Managed full HR operations during the COVID-19 crisis, ensuring business continuity.
• Implemented emergency HR policies, remote work frameworks, and employee support initiatives.

HR Section Head at Combined Group Contracting Co (2017-03 – 2019-07)

Led HR operations for multi-site construction projects, managing workforce deployment and high-volume HR delivery. Standardized HR service delivery across project sites.

• Led HR operations for multi-site construction projects, managing workforce deployment and high-volume HR delivery.
• Standardized HR service delivery across project sites, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
• Oversaw payroll governance and workforce administration, improving payroll accuracy and reporting timelines.

HR Manager at Oman Building Contracting Co (2015-03 – 2015-11)

Implemented market-aligned compensation and benefits frameworks, increasing staff retention. Designed policies for employee engagement and recognition programs.

• Implemented market-aligned compensation and benefits frameworks, increasing staff retention.
• Designed policies for employee engagement and recognition programs, boosting team morale.
• Conducted HR audits to ensure compliance with local labor laws.
• Led diversity and inclusion initiatives, improving workforce diversity.

Assistant Manager HR at Jordan India Fertilizer Co (2012-05 – 2014-12)

Executed HR strategy across plant and corporate functions, ensuring labor law compliance. Managed recruitment and workforce planning for technical, production, and administrative staff.

• Executed HR strategy across plant and corporate functions, ensuring labor law compliance.
• Managed recruitment and workforce planning for technical, production, and administrative staff.
• Oversaw performance appraisals, skill assessments, and development plans, enhancing workforce productivity.
• Delivered training and capability development initiatives, improving operational efficiency.
• Maintained HR analytics and reporting to guide strategic decisions.

HR Manager at RAMCO Libya for General Contracting Co (2008-02 – 2011-02)

Established HR function from scratch: structure, policies, payroll, and workforce frameworks. Designed and executed workforce mobilization strategies for large-scale construction projects.

• Established HR function from scratch: structure, policies, payroll, and workforce frameworks.
• Designed and executed workforce mobilization strategies for large-scale construction projects.
• Managed recruitment, deployment, and expatriate frameworks for multi-site operations.
• Ensured compliance with Libyan labor laws and managed multi-cultural employee relations.

HR Officer at Ahram for Trading & Services Co (2004-02 – 2008-01)

Supported core HR processes including onboarding and documentation. Assisted in recruitment coordination and employee services.

• Supported core HR processes including onboarding and documentation.
• Assisted in recruitment coordination and employee services.
• Maintained HR records and administrative systems

Accounts Clerk at Directorate of Public Security (1999-06 – 2004-01)

Managed payroll processes, financial reporting, and record accuracy across administrative units. Maintained and organized employee records and administrative documentation.

• Managed payroll processes, financial reporting, and record accuracy across administrative units.
• Maintained and organized employee records and administrative documentation, ensuring compliance with internal policies and data integrity.

B.Sc. in Finance & Banking – Philadelphia University (1998-06)

High School – Al Salt Secondary School (1994-07)