Key Responsibilities

1. HR Strategy and Organisational Alignment

• Assess organisational goals and implement HR strategies to attract, retain, and develop the best talent.
• Collaborate with senior management to align HR practices with business objectives and drive growth.
• Develop and implement succession planning strategies, identifying and grooming future leaders within the organisation.

2. Training and Development

• Develop training programmes and certification pathways to support employees' career development and growth.
• Manage skills development initiatives, including the preparation and submission of the Workplace Skills Plan (WSP) and Annual Training Report (ATR) to ensure compliance.
• Oversee mandatory and legislative training, aligning all development activities with company goals.
• Manage internal bursary schemes, learnerships, and grant applications to support skills development and B-BBEE initiatives.

3. Performance Management

• Implement a performance management system that encourages continuous feedback and performance improvement.
• Support managers in setting clear performance goals, conducting appraisals, and providing constructive feedback.
• Develop action plans based on performance reviews to enhance productivity and employee engagement across the team.

4. Compensation and Benefits

• Oversee the compensation structure, including wage reviews and adjustments in line with MEIBC rates and grades.
• Manage employee benefits schemes, including Pension and Provident Fund contributions, to remain competitive in retaining top talent.
• Track and manage sick leave and absences, ensuring all documentation is up-to-date and complete.

5. Employment Equity (EE) and Skills Development (SD)

• Complete all Employment Equity (EE) submissions and maintain the Employment Equity Plan for compliance.
• Facilitate skills development, including updates and submissions of the WSP and ATR.
• Manage grant applications for skills funding and assist with BBBEE compliance, including overseeing the YES youth programme.

6. Industrial Relations (IR)

• Oversee all disciplinary actions, grievances, and complaints, ensuring compliance with company policies and South African labour laws.
• Document and maintain records of all disciplinary procedures, grievance meetings, and employee relations activities.
• Provide guidance and support to management on IR issues, ensuring consistent and fair application of policies and procedures.

7. Employee Engagement and Retention

• Foster a positive and supportive work environment that enhances employee engagement and job satisfaction.
• Organise initiatives to promote a culture of appreciation, collaboration, and open communication across the organisation.
• Implement strategies and programmes to boost morale, motivation, and employee retention.

8. Compliance and Reporting

• Ensure compliance with Metal and Engineering Industries Bargaining Council (MEIBC) standards.
• Submit and maintain all required EE, SD, and B-BBEE records for regulatory compliance.
• Prepare and present HR metrics and reports, including workforce planning, employee turnover, and engagement levels, for review by senior management.

9. Payroll Management

• Oversee the full payroll administration for weekly wage earners and salaried employees using the SAGE VIP Professional Cloud System.
• Process payroll accurately and on time, ensuring strict adherence to tax laws, benefits, and company policies.
• Administer third-party submissions and payments, including Union contributions, Pension, and Provident Fund payments.
• Prepare and present payroll summary reports for management sign-off, ensuring accuracy and transparency.
• Address payroll queries promptly, resolve discrepancies, and maintain accurate payroll records.