A love for the sea and passion for fishing are the driving forces behind I&J, a leading fishing company and manufacturer of highquality chilled and frozen foods.Almost 110 years old, I&J is the trusted name in seafood, operating a modern and efficient trawler fleet, and continually investing in the training and development of experienced fishing crews, committed to fishing responsibly, with a long-term vision. I&J has achieved and maintained accreditation from the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) since 2004. I&J is a globally respected supplier of high quality, chilled and frozen Cape Hake and a leading producer of farmed Cape Abalone. It is also one of AVI's great South African brands. I&J is proudly South African and invests in, and empowers, the communities in which it operates.Are you a dynamic Human Resources leader looking for a new challenge in a fast-paced, forward-thinking environment? I&J, a leading company in the FMCG manufacturing sector, is seeking an accomplished Human Resources (HR) Executive to provide strategic direction and leadership to its HR function. This is a unique opportunity for a top-caliber professional to shape the future of our workforce and drive key HR initiatives that support our business goals.About the Role As the HR Executive, you will be instrumental in ensuring the seamless implementation of HR strategies, policies, procedures, and compliance with legislation. Your role is crucial to optimizing human capital performance and delivering value-adding HR services that align with both strategic and operational business unit goals. If you are passionate about transforming people and processes, this is the ideal role for you!Key Responsibilities:Relationship ManagementBuild and maintain strong relationships with unions and effectively represent I&J in disciplinary hearings, CCMA proceedings, wage negotiations, and consultations.Manage union negotiations and industrial action matters.Establish and attend statutory committees and HR/employee forums to foster collaboration.Partner with the Executive team to ensure the HR operational plan is aligned with business functions.HR Operational PlanDevelop and implement an HR roadmap that considers future trends, strategic direction, and legal requirements.Oversee business planning for HR, including policies, procedures, and processes.Apply AVI reward and remuneration strategies to attract and retain talent.Drive employee engagement and culture change initiatives.Lead performance management, training, and leadership development programs.Oversee capacity planning, labor control, HR information management, and communication.Manage talent, including succession planning, industrial relations, and the HR budget.HR Business PartneringAlign with the Executive team to ensure successful execution of HR initiatives and seamless service delivery.Provide expertise on business-driven projects, and offer guidance on people costs and headcount forecasting during the budgeting process.People ManagementSet annual performance objectives for the HR function, ensuring alignment with business goals.Foster a high-performance culture and manage departmental performance against agreed metrics.Coach and develop the HR team to ensure legislative compliance and effective policy implementation.Manage the annual HR expense budget in coordination with the Finance team.Governance and Transformation ReportingDevelop and review internal controls, policies, and HR business processes.Prepare statutory and annual governance reports.Lead the transformation and BBBEE agenda, and drive Employment Equity targets.Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and promote diversity to support transformation goals.What We're Looking For:Experience: Minimum of 15 years of HR management experience, with at least 5 years at an executive level in an FMCG manufacturing environment.Qualifications: A completed degree in HR or Industrial Relations, plus a relevant postgraduate qualification.Knowledge & Skills: Expertise in HR strategy, policies, legislation, people management, aligning HR with business strategies, and financial management.Why Join I&J? I&J is committed to innovation, excellence, and sustainability. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to lead HR initiatives that impact our people and business success. We offer a collaborative environment, where your strategic vision and leadership will be valued.If you're ready to make an impact and take on a key leadership role, apply now to join our dynamic team!
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