Job Title: ER SpecialistFaculty: Human CapitalCampus/Location: District Six Campus - Cape Town, WC ZA (Primary)Job Type: PermanentOccupational Function: Support / AdminNumber of Positions: 1Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only): Gr 8: R384 200 - R507 000Advert Closing Date: 20/10/2024Job Purpose:To administer and coordinate all industrial relations activities for the University including but not limited to grievances, disciplinary enquiries, negotiation agreements; advise and train staff on internal ER policies and procedures as well as general labour legislation; provide support with initiating disciplinary processes; and representing the CPUT at the CCMA. Provide sound, effective services, advice and support on employee relations matters to line managers and the broader HC team. Maintain and improve employee relations between management and employees as represented by the recognized Unions through regular communication, consultation and negotiation in the appropriate agreed forums. Represent the University in external labour fora. Ensure that CPUT's policies and procedures are maintained at a level which will enable the University to achieve its objectives.Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience:BTech with specialization in HR/Labour Relations/Industrial Psychology or equivalent3 years' experience working in HR with a specific focus on Employee Relations inclusive of initiating and chairing of disciplinary hearings and appearing at the CCMA up to and including arbitration levelRecommended: Post Graduate Diploma in Labour Law, trained facilitator, trained mediatorKey Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities:Employee relations (interpretation and compliance with legislation, implementation of best practice principles and investigations)Coordination and support for disciplinary mattersCCMA representations (All processes)ER Related training and developmentInternal consultation on all Labour Relations mattersMediation of internal disputesEffective communication and administrationAbility to work in a pressurized environment and meet deadlines timeouslyPro-active client service and people orientationCoaching and advisory skillsIn depth knowledge of labour legislationProblem solvingAnalytical thinkingExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work with cross-functional teamsProven negotiation and conflict resolution skillsAbility to liaise effectively across all levels of responsibility in the organisationInitiative and drive, with the ability to be resourceful, creative, and flexibleAbility to function effectively under pressure while maintaining good human relationsMaintain confidentialityBe able to provide trainingGeneral Information:Closing Date: 20 October 2024NB: PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS SYSTEM DOES NOT ALLOW APPLICANTS TO UPLOAD CVs. IT IS THUS IMPORTANT THAT APPLICANTS COMPLETE ALL SECTIONS COMPREHENSIVELY AS FAILURE TO DO SO MIGHT DISADVANTAGE YOU. PLEASE UPDATE YOUR APPLICATION ON THE SYSTEM WITH THE LATEST INFORMATION AS THIS WILL BE THE ONLY CRITERIA USED FOR EVALUATION OF YOUR APPLICATION BY OUR PANEL.The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives and therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.
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