Primary Responsibilities: Serve as a liaison between employees and management to address and resolve concerns, fostering a positive and efficient work environment.
Conduct regular audits of staff files, ensuring 100% accuracy and completeness in digital and physical formats.
Manage the recruitment process, including job postings, candidate sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding.
Ensure timely and accurate monthly submissions and payments to Momentum and the Industrial Council (MIBFA).
Prepare detailed Employment Equity (EE) Reports and Work Skills Plans, submitting the necessary information to LabourNet to support HR strategy and compliance.
Assist managers with performance appraisals, goal-setting, and employee development plans.
Promote internal and external training initiatives, including the official company training portal.
Lead the Employment Equity Committee, ensuring the equity plan is monitored and implemented according to regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with LabourNet to maintain compliance with POPIA, EE, and Health & Safety regulations, including regular policy updates.
Draft disciplinary warnings and represent the company in hearings to maintain a fair and balanced workplace.
Plan and organize HR-related events such as team-building activities, year-end functions, and internal campaigns to enhance team cohesion.
Draft, update, and provide training on HR, EE, and POPIA policies.
Oversee the complete payroll cycle, including complex components such as overtime and bonuses.
Administer staff loans and savings programs.
General Responsibilities: Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
Assist with operational tasks that may fall outside of the specific HR duties as needed.
Qualifications & Skills: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
35 years of experience in an HR Officer, HR Coordinator, or similar role.
In-depth knowledge of HR best practices, labour laws, and HR systems.
Familiarity with South African payroll laws, including PAYE regulations.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across all organizational levels.
Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Proficiency in MS Office; experience with HR software (e.g., HRIS, payroll systems) is an advantage.