HR Manager | Employee Relations, Compliance & Recruitment

SUMMARY:

Are you a people-focused HR professional who enjoys rolling up your sleeves and making a tangible impact? Join a well-established business where you'll lead the full HR function and play a key role in shaping employee success and organisational growth.

Our client is a well-established organisation operating within the manufacturing, distribution, and supply chain environment. With a reputation for quality, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, the business is seeking a dynamic HR professional to partner with management and drive effective people practices across the organisation.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment cycle from sourcing to appointment.
• Facilitate onboarding and induction programmes.
• Provide HR guidance and support to managers and employees.
• Manage disciplinary, grievance, and incapacity procedures
• Promote positive employee relations and engagement.
• Conduct workplace investigations and support conflict resolution.
• Coordinate performance review processes.
• Assist managers with performance objectives and development plans.
• Support initiatives aimed at improving employee productivity and performance. Identify training and development needs across the business.
• Coordinate internal and external training interventions.
• Assist with WSP and ATR submissions.
• Support succession planning and talent development initiatives. Maintain employee records and HR documentation.
• Ensure compliance with South African labour legislation.
• Support Employment Equity, BBBEE, and Skills Development initiatives.
• Assist with HR reporting, audits, and policy implementation.
• Manage and update HR policies and procedures.
• Provide payroll input and administrative support.
• Assist with payroll-related queries and employee benefits administration.
• Ensure employee changes are accurately communicated and processed.

Minimum Requirements

• Degree in Human Resources, Labour Relations, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
• 3-5 years' experience in a Human Resources Generalist role.
• Sound knowledge of South African labour legislation.
• Experience in recruitment, employee relations, performance management, and HR administration.
• Knowledge of Employment Equity, Skills Development, and BBBEE requirements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems will be advantageous.
• Valid driver's licence

Key Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organisational and administrative abilities.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships across all levels of the business.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong attention to detail.

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