SAP HCM Implementation Partner

Blue PearlJohannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

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Job Description

We are seeking experienced SAP HCM Consultants to join a high-impact project team supporting the full implementation of SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) for South African Airways (SAA) in collaboration with IBM South Africa. This is a fixed-term engagement, beginning in October 2025, focused on delivering a comprehensive, end-to-end SAP HCM solution tailored for the aviation industry.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Implement, configure, and support SAP HCM modules end-to-end, including :

Employee Records & Personal Data Management

Time & Attendance Management (Leave, Shifts, Scheduling)

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

Performance Management & KPI Tracking

Succession Planning & Workforce Mobility

Learning Management System (LMS) & E-Learning

Compensation, Payroll (Domestic, Expatriate, International), And Benefits

Self-Service Portals (ESS / MSS) – mobile responsive

Employee Relations, Disciplinary & Case Management (e.g., CCMA)

Compliance Reporting and Advanced Analytics

Organizational Structure Management

Onboard historical HR data from legacy SAP HR systems (e.g., positions, qualifications, training, uniforms).

Integrate SAP HCM with group-shared services and comply with Transnet-specific payroll and pension formatting rules.

Work collaboratively with functional leads, technical teams, and project managers from IBM and the client.

Provide go-live and post-go-live support.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements :

5+ years experience with SAP HCM implementations across core and advanced modules

Prior experience working in or with government-owned entities (GOEs) or aviation sector

Proven experience with full-cycle SAP HCM projects, including data migration and integration

Strong understanding of South African HR legislation and compliance requirements

Ability to configure, test, train users, and troubleshoot SAP HCM issues

South African nationality (preferred due to regulatory and project needs)

Preferred Qualifications

SAP HCM certification (associate or professional level)

Prior involvement in projects with South African Airways or related public sector entities

Knowledge of Transnet-specific payroll integration formats

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Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting

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