Labour Welfare Officer

Position Title: Labour Welfare Officer
Location: Madurai 

Coats is a world leader in thread manufacturing and structural components for apparel and footwear, as well as an innovative pioneer in performance materials. These critical solutions are used to create a wide range of products, including ones that provide safety and protection for people, data and the environment.

Trusted by the world's leading companies to deliver crucial, innovative, and sustainable solutions, we provide value-adding products including apparel, footwear and speciality threads.With a proud heritage dating back more than 250 years and a spirit of evolution to constantly stay ahead of changing market needs, we have operations across 50 countries with a workforce of over 17,000, serving our customers worldwide.

Role Purpose: The Labour Welfare Officer will be responsible for ensuring statutory compliance, promoting employee welfare, and maintaining harmonious industrial relations at the plant. The role focuses on implementing welfare initiatives, addressing employee concerns, and ensuring adherence to applicable labour laws.

Principal Accountabilities and Key Activities:

1. Statutory Compliance & Legal:

• Ensure compliance with all applicable labour laws (Factories Act, Industrial Disputes Act, Shops & Establishments Act, etc.)
• Liaise with government authorities, inspectors, and regulatory bodies
• Maintain statutory registers, records, and filings
• Support audits and inspections

2. Employee Welfare:

• Plan and implement welfare initiatives (health camps, engagement activities, grievance redressal)
• Monitor working conditions, hygiene, safety, and amenities
• Address employee concerns and ensure timely resolution

3. Industrial Relations (IR):

• Maintain healthy relations with workmen
• Support in handling disciplinary matters and grievance management
• Assist in negotiations, settlements, and conflict resolution

4. Administration:

• Oversee canteen, transport, sanitation, and other welfare facilities
• Ensure contractor compliance with labour laws
• Monitor attendance, working hours, and overtime compliance

5. Documentation & Reporting:

• Prepare reports on welfare activities, compliance status, and IR matters
• Maintain accurate employee records and documentation

Education, Qualifications and Experience:

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
• Degree/Diploma in Labour Welfare / Social Work / Personnel Management
• 3-4 years of relevant experience in manufacturing setup

Key Skills:

• Strong knowledge of labour laws and statutory compliance
• Good interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
• Stakeholder management (internal & external authorities)
• Problem-solving and employee-centric approach
• Strong documentation and reporting skills.

At Coats Group, we are committed to innovation, excellence, and fostering a diverse and collaborative environment where every team member can thrive. If you are passionate about making an impact in the textile industry and eager to join a global leader with a rich heritage and a forward-thinking approach, we invite you to take the next step in your career with us.

Apply now to be part of our dynamic team and help shape the future of textiles.