HR Officer

Eastern Cape
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Human Resources
Reference: CAW000738/CH

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Employer: South Cape Recruitment (Pty) Ltd

HR Officer – Mossel BayA fantastic opportunity for an intermediate to advanced HR Officer to join a fast-paced, hospitality environment. The ideal candidate must be people orientated whilst focussing on the establishment’s goals and objectives.

Duties include but not limited to:

Recruitment & Onboarding
- Coordinate end-to-end recruitment processes: job postings, shortlisting, interviews, and reference checks.
- Prepare and issue employment contracts and appointment letters in compliance with SA labour laws.
- Facilitate new employee induction and orientation programs.
Employee Records & HR Administration
- Maintain accurate employee records (electronic and paper-based)
- Update personnel files with changes in roles, remuneration, leave, and other relevant information.
- Prepare HR reports for management, including headcount, turnover, and leave statistics.
Employee Relations
- Support managers in managing employee relations matters, including grievances and minor disciplinary actions.
- Promote positive workplace culture and employee engagement initiatives.
- Assist in facilitating performance management processes, including performance reviews and feedback sessions.
Compliance & Policy Management
- Ensure HR practices comply with South African labour legislation (Labour Relations Act, BCEA, EE regulations).
- Assist in updating company policies, handbooks, and standard operating procedures.
- Conduct HR audits to maintain regulatory compliance.
Training & Development
- Coordinate and schedule internal and external training programs.
- Maintain training records and track employee development initiatives.
General HR Support
- Assist with exit processes, including conducting exit interviews and processing resignation/termination documentation.
- Act as a first point of contact for employee HR queries.

Qualifications

Degree / National Diploma in Human Resources – essential
Fluent in English and Afrikaans
3-5 years’ experience in a similar role
Hospitality experience – beneficial
Valid drivers licence and own vehicle

Competencies:

Knowledge of SA labour laws (BCEA, LRA, EE Act)
Recruitment, onboarding, and talent management
Payroll, leave, and benefits administration
Employee relations and conflict resolution
HRIS and record-keeping accuracy
Performance management support
Policy implementation and compliance monitoring
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Problem-solving and decision-making
Confidentiality, professionalism, and ethical conduct
Adaptability and continuous learning
Teamwork and collaboration

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About South Cape Recruitment (Pty) Ltd

We are a generalist recruitment company based in the heart of the Garden Route in the Southern Cape. Customer service is an integral part of our job and not an extension of it!
Our company’s most vital asset is its customers. Without them we would not and could not exist in business. We pride ourselves on our ethics and professional manner in which we conduct our business.

South Cape Recruitment is a personalized agency based in George in the Southern Cape. @ SCR we strive to give consistently professional and tailored service. We are a generalist Recruitment company with talented consultants who are committed to both clients and applicants.

Yvette Meyer together with her team have a range of expertise from hospitality, tourism, building, motor industry, sales & marketing, finance & administration to mention a few, thus allowing us to have a better understanding of your requirements and skills within these various sectors.

Our business philosophy is to create “WOW” moments for customers by going above and beyond their expectations.
Through our recruitment process we are able to ensure clients receive great value for money and assist with the modelling of applicant’s careers.