From a humble fishing company established in 1964, the Sea Harvest Group has grown to become a leading seafood, aquaculture, agri-processing and branded Fast-moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) business that’s recognized and respected throughout South Africa and the world. From here, the group has built its national and global footprint, developing a strong reputation and fostering solid long-term relationships with its geographically diverse international customer base.

We are looking for an experienced and highly organized Senior HR Administrator to join our HR team and provide high-quality administrative support across the full employee lifecycle.

• Reporting to: HR Business Partner
• Department: Human Resources
• Location: South Arm Road, V&A Waterfront

Purpose

• Responsible for managing and overseeing accurate and timely weekly and monthly payroll processes while supporting general HR operations (i.e. employee relations; recruitment support; performance agreements). This role ensures compliance with employment legislation, provides guidance to employees and maintains high quality HR records.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

• Provide comprehensive HR administrative support from onboarding and offboarding
• Prepare contracts, change letters and other HR documentation in line with company policies.
• Support payroll processes by ensuring accurate and timely HR data.
• Coordinate recruitment administration (fleet & shores) including interview scheduling and pre-employment checks (criminal checks, ID & qualifications verifications)
• As a first point of contact for HR queries, escalating complex issues where appropriate
• Support HR reporting, audits and compliance requirements
• Prepare and maintain case files for disciplinaries, grievances and CCMA related matters.
• Maintain IR Matrix on SAGE – with monthly updates.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• 3-5 years HR Administration experience including payroll admin responsibilities (weekly wages & monthly salaried)
• Proficient with HRIS and payroll system – SAGE knowledge is essential.
• Employee Benefits Administration (Medical Aid/Pension&Provident Fund)

KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of LRA, BCEA & EE Acts and associated Regulations
• Excellent Administrator; gets tasks done accurately, efficiently and on time, despite numerous interruptions during each working day
• Above average MS Office Proficiency (especially Excel & Word).