HR Coordinator

HR Coordinator

This role forms part of the Village n Life Human Resources team, based at Pezula Nature Retreat, Knysna.

THE ROLE

As HR Coordinator, you'll be responsible for coordinating day-to-day HR activities at Pezula Nature Retreat, working closely with departmental managers and the broader Village n Life HR team.

We're looking for a practical, organised HR professional who understands hotel operations, communicates confidently with employees at all levels and can work independently while maintaining consistent HR standards.

You’ll support recruitment, employee administration, employee relations and compliance, ensuring managers and staff receive reliable HR support.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate employee administration, contracts and staff records.
• Manage onboarding, employee changes and offboarding documentation.
• Support recruitment, reference checks and staff inductions.
• Prepare disciplinary and grievance documentation and assist with employee relations procedures.
• Monitor attendance, leave, absenteeism and related administration.
• Maintain accurate HR systems, registers and compliance records.
• Coordinate payroll information and employee changes with the Payroll team.
• Support training administration, statutory reporting and HR audits.
• Assist departmental managers with HR procedures and employee matters.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and South African labour legislation.
• Assist the General Manager with administrative functions.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Relevant HR qualification preferred
• 3–5 years' experience in HR administration or coordination
• Previous HR experience in a hotel environment essential
• Practical experience in employee relations and disciplinary procedures
• Working knowledge of South African labour legislation, particularly the BCEA and LRA
• Experience with HR systems, attendance and leave administration
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
• Excellent organisational skills, accuracy and discretion
• Confident communication skills and the ability to work independently

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive remuneration aligned with experience
• A property-based HR position at Pezula Nature Retreat
• Direct involvement in hotel operations, employee relations and HR compliance
• Support from the broader Village n Life HR team

Job Locations:

Pezula Nature Retreat, Knysna

Job Categories:

Human Resources

Job Types:

Full-time

Experience Levels:

Mid-level

Job Properties:

Pezula Nature Retreat, Knysna.

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