HR Officer

SUMMARY:
HR Officer required in Springfield, Durban, for a permanent opportunity within the construction, engineering and manufacturing sectors. Strong employee relations, recruitment and HR administration experience required. Market-related salary.

POSITION INFO:

Human Resources Officer – Springfield, Durban

Talent Connected Staffing Solutions is recruiting on behalf of an established client within the construction, engineering and manufacturing sectors for an experienced Human Resources Officer.

This permanent position suits a proactive, organised HR professional who can independently manage day-to-day HR responsibilities and support management and employees in a busy operational environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate recruitment, including vacancy advertising, application screening, interviews and reference checks.
• Prepare employment contracts, offer letters and appointment documentation.
• Coordinate employee onboarding and induction programmes.
• Provide guidance on HR policies, procedures and labour legislation.
• Assist with disciplinary matters, grievances, workplace investigations and performance-related concerns.
• Coordinate disciplinary hearings and prepare supporting documentation.
• Support preparation for CCMA matters when required.
• Maintain accurate employee files, HR databases and confidential records.
• Administer leave, attendance and absenteeism records.
• Monitor employment contract expiry dates, probation periods and performance review deadlines.
• Coordinate performance reviews and support employee development and engagement initiatives.
• Assist with Employment Equity administration and reporting, and support WSP and ATR processes.
• Maintain HR compliance records and assist with audits and statutory reporting.
• Liaise with payroll regarding appointments, terminations, attendance, overtime and salary changes.
• Support HR administration for site-based employees, including training, certification and medical fitness records where required.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric / Grade 12.
• Diploma or Degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, Labour Relations or a related field.
• Approximately 3–5 years’ practical experience as an HR Officer, HR Generalist or in a similar position preferred.
• Sound knowledge and practical application of South African labour legislation.
• Experience handling employee relations, disciplinary and grievance procedures.
• Experience in recruitment, onboarding and HR administration.
• Understanding of performance management and employee development.
• Knowledge of Employment Equity and Skills Development requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle confidential information professionally.

Advantageous Experience and Qualifications:

• HR experience within construction, engineering, manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Experience supporting site-based employees and operational teams.
• Experience supporting CCMA processes and working with bargaining council agreements.
• Experience with Employment Equity reporting, WSP and ATR submissions.
• Familiarity with HR information and time-and-attendance systems.
• SABPP registration or membership.
• Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel to operational sites when required.

Position Details:

Location: Springfield, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.
Employment type: Permanent.
Salary: Market-related, negotiable according to experience and qualifications.

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