Meet Marcus Heng 👋
Marcus Heng is the Group Chief HR Officer at Mandai Wildlife Group. He’s passionate about building a great workplace and enjoys that Mandai lets him combine his passion for people and nature.
Insights from Marcus Heng
1) On Culture: What’s one thing you or your team does regularly to build a strong, positive workplace culture?
We make it a point to celebrate our people, whether it's a festive occasion, a big win, or simply a job well done. These shared moments build appreciation, connection, and a culture people want to be part of.
2) On Impact: What’s one HR initiative you led or supported that made a clear impact on your team or company? What changed because of it?
One initiative our team led was rolling out an employee pulse survey to keep a regular check on staff sentiment and tackle issues before they snowballed. But we didn’t stop there, we equipped department leads with insights and tools to own the results and drive meaningful conversations. It sparked a company-wide habit of listening, learning, and continuously improving, together.
3) On the Future: What’s one key skill or mindset you think every HR professional in Singapore will need in the next 5 years - and why?
Be curious and forward-thinking. It’s about staying tuned in to what’s happening now and constantly asking, ‘How will this change the way we work tomorrow?'.
4) What’s one piece of advice you’d give to someone just starting their career in HR or people leadership?
Real influence doesn’t come from your job title, it comes from the trust you build with others.
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