Introduction

A well-established organisation based in the Upper Highway area is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead and manage the full Human Resources function. This role requires a strong HR professional with solid industrial relations expertise, strategic HR leadership capability, and a deep understanding of South African labour legislation. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring a fair, compliant, and effective HR environment while supporting the organisation’s growth and people strategy.

Description

Key Responsibilities

Industrial Relations

• Ensure fair implementation of the disciplinary code and company policies.
• Proactively manage IR queries and potential employee relations issues.
• Provide line managers with up-to-date IR guidance and support.
• Manage grievances, disciplinary processes, and employee relations matters.
• Represent the organisation at CCMA and Labour Court when required.
• Promote and maintain a healthy, compliant IR environment.

Recruitment & Talent Planning

• Manage the performance and effectiveness of the recruitment function.
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract top talent.
• Maintain an accurate recruitment plan aligned to business staffing needs.
• Ensure recruitment processes align with Employment Equity objectives.

Employment Equity & Compliance

• Develop, implement, and monitor the company’s Employment Equity Plan.
• Chair Employment Equity Committee meetings.
• Ensure compliance with EE legislation and achievement of BBBEE targets.
• Monitor and report on EE progress and implementation.

Skills Development

• Identify organisational training and development needs.
• Develop and manage the Workplace Skills Plan (WSP) and Annual Training Report.
• Facilitate leadership development, training initiatives, and succession planning.
• Conduct internal training, coaching, and mentoring where required.
• Ensure effective induction and onboarding programmes for new employees.

HR Administration & Reporting

• Maintain and update HR policies, procedures, and compliance documentation.
• Conduct HR audits and ensure all records are accurate and up to date.
• Implement and maintain effective HR administration systems.
• Ensure employee files and records are maintained in line with legislation.
• Oversee leave management and HR reporting processes.
• Manage payroll oversight, compensation, and employee benefits in line with company policies and legislation.

Additional Responsibilities

• Manage and support BBBEE initiatives and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations.
• Support organisational culture initiatives and change management programmes.

Education Profile

Minimum Requirements

• Degree in Human Resource Management or Industrial Relations.
• Minimum 6+ years’ experience in an HR / IR management role.
• Strong knowledge of South African labour legislation.
• Proven experience in industrial relations, disciplinary processes, and CCMA matters.
• Payroll experience is essential.
• Strong HR strategy and operational management capability.
• Advanced computer literacy in MS Office (especially Excel).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with employees and leadership at all levels.
• Valid driver’s licence

Application Instructions

Please forward your CV to cv@myfuturecareer.co.za. Should you not be contacted within 2 weeks, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.

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