A prominent Heavy Engineering Manufacturing Concern located approximately 50 km north of Cape Town, is actively seeking a skilled Senior HR Managerto join their dynamic team.

The Company hosts one of Africa's largest Foundry Operations. We are a proudly South African company and our claim to fame is the constant supply of good quality heavy duty engine blocks for the automotive export market. With our shareholder being Daimler Truck AG, Management naturally promotes a culture of lifelong learning and development of our people in our ongoing pursuit of superior quality. It goes without saying that the return on investment is the noticeable ongoing improved value creation for our Employees, Customers, and the Company.

The Company requires the skills of a Senior Manager: Human Resources to strategically lead, drive and manage all HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy.

Salary:

• Market related

Benefits:

• Medical Aid, Provident Fund, Car allowance, Company cell phone, Variable bonus

Experience, Knowledge & Skills

• Minimum 10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior HR position
• In depth knowledge of labour laws, HR practices and compliance regulation
• Experience in a strong unionized environment
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills

Minimum Requirements:

Education and Experience:

• Relevant Degree / B-Tech in HR
• Post graduate qualification would be advantageous

Duties and Responsibilities:

HR Operations

• Oversee HR operational processes, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations
• Manage all HR personnel

Employee Engagement

• Design and execute initiatives to improve employee engagement and satisfaction

Talent Management

• Oversee talent acquisition and retention strategies
• Develop and implement individual growth plans for employees, aligned with business goals

Skills Development

• Establish a robust skills development framework to enhance employee skills
• Promote a culture of life-long learning

Performance Management

• Enhance performance management systems to ensure alignment with strategic goals
• Provide guidance and support to managers on performance-related matters

Industrial Relations

• Manage and ensure effective Industrial Relations
• Ensure compliance with all relevant labour legislation
• Represent the business at all dispute resolution processes at CCMA and/or Bargaining Council

BBBEE & Employment Equity

• Manage the BBBEE & EE strategy and ensure compliance

Benefits and Compensation

• Oversee compensation and benefits programs to ensure they are competitive and aligned with company objectives