A well-established organisation seeks the expertise of a seasoned HR Manager. The HR Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of human resource management and development within the organization. This role involves the creation, implementation, and management of HR policies and procedures, ensuring legal compliance, and supporting the strategic goals of the business through workforce planning, talent acquisition, and employee engagement initiatives. The successful incumbent will report directly to the CEO and Group COO.

Duties & Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Completed Matric
• MUST have a completed Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of HR generalist experience plus an additional 3 years of management experience.
• Knowledge of HR systems.
• Strong knowledge of South African employment legislation and HR best practices.
• Well versed in Performance management procedures and IR.
• Must be willing to travel within Gauteng.
• SA Citizen
• Valid license and own transport.

Characteristics:

• Excellent time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality and integrity.
• Willingness to work overtime when required.
• Excellent communications and leadership skills 
• Strong influencing and negotiating skills 
• People oriented and results driven
• Assertive and resilient

Key Responsibilities:

Recruitment and Onboarding

• Lead the end-to-end recruitment process, including job postings, screening, and interviewing candidates.
• Coordinate second-round interviews with department heads and line managers.
• Conduct pre-employment checks and ensure all compliance requirements are met.
• Oversee the employee onboarding process, ensuring smooth integration into the business.
• Regularly update and maintain job descriptions to reflect role requirements.

Administration and HR Reporting

• Prepare accurate employment offers and contracts.
• Ensure all HR documentation is appropriately filed and maintain digital employee records.
• Manage leave requests and ensure compliance with company policy.
• Coordinate workstation setup for new hires in collaboration with IT and Hiring Manager.
• Provide timely reporting to Group Executives.

Employee Attendance and Performance Management

• Monitor staff attendance and address absenteeism issues proactively.
• Identify trends in employee behaviour and advise management accordingly.
• Support line managers with performance management and disciplinary actions.

Payroll and Benefits Administration

• Process payroll inputs, including new hires, terminations, deductions, and employee benefits.
• Liaise with benefit providers.
• Handle salary and leave inquiries, including managing third-party payments such as garnishee orders, medical aid contributions, and other deductions.
• Support the company’s compensation strategy, including conducting salary surveys and updating salary budgets.

Human Resources and Employee Relations

• Handle labour relations matters, including dispute resolution and disciplinary actions, in compliance with South African labour law.
• Advise line managers and executives on performance management and disciplinary processes.
• Draft disciplinary notices, attend hearings, and document outcomes.
• Represent the company at the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA) when necessary.
• Manage the termination process, ensuring exit interviews and documentation are completed.

HR Policies and Compliance

• Ensure HR policies are compliant with South African Labour Laws.
• Regularly review and update policies in line with legislative changes and business requirements.
• Submit statutory reports, including Employment Equity Reports, Workplace Skills Plan (WSP), Annual Training Report (ATR), and Workmen's Compensation submissions.
• Keep abreast with the latest PSIRA legislation and requirements and oversee and manage all Security HR Administration.

Training and Development

• Develop and implement training and development programmes to enhance employee skills and career growth.
• Work with external training providers and ensure compliance with Skills Development legislation (e.g., SETAs).
• Lead workplace health and safety initiatives in collaboration with H&S officers.
• Manage injury on duty (IOD) cases, including reporting and liaising with the Department of Labour.

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain organizational charts, directories, and HR records.
• Support ad hoc HR projects as required.