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HR Operations Manager

Cape Town Southern Suburbs
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Human Resources
Reference: PC002033/AC

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Employer: Status Staffing

Our client, based in Ottery, Cape Town, is seeking an experienced and dynamic HR Operations Manager to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years’ senior management experience, with strong generalist HR and specialist expertise, as well as sound HR and IR knowledge covering all pillars of HR and disciplinary processes. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent leadership, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, strong business acumen, and the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization. A Bachelor’s Degree and proficiency in MS Office are essential.

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EMPLOYMENT TYPE :           Permanent
SECTOR :           Human Resources
BASIC SALARY :           R1 000 000.00 per annum
START DATE                  :           A.S.A.P / Immediate

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in senior management
Generalist HR experience with specialist expertise
Sound HR and IR knowledge (prerequisite)
HR knowledge covering all pillars of HR as per SABPP
IR knowledge covering all aspects of discipline, including preparation for hearings and arbitrations
Experience in strategic planning
Proficiency in MS Office
Bachelor’s Degree
Strong decision-making skills
High level of accountability
Excellent communication skills
Well-developed leadership and junior management skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to make data-driven decisions
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all levels
Excellent organisational skills
Good verbal and written communication skills (English & Afrikaans)
Ability to identify opportunities and assess risks
High level of emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills
Ability to build, align, and develop supportive teams
Strong computer literacy
Sound business acumen and entrepreneurial aptitude

DUTIES:

Support and Entrench the People’s Manual:

Lead the roll-out and ongoing embedding of The Company People’s Manual, ensuring all HR standards, policies, and practices are well-understood and implemented across the organization.
Develop and deliver training sessions to managers and employees to promote compliance with the manual’s policies and guidelines.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to drive HR transformation initiatives that align with business objectives, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

Performance Management:

Ensure the implementation of effective performance management frameworks that align with the company's transformation goals.
Guide managers in setting clear, measurable performance objectives and providing coaching for effective team management and development.
Foster a culture of continuous feedback and performance evaluation, aligning individual goals with overall business objectives.
Analyze performance management data to identify trends and areas for improvement, reporting to senior leadership on progress and key initiatives.

Operations Management:

Lead the optimization of HR systems and workflows to ensure efficiency in recruitment, onboarding, payroll, and employee lifecycle management.
Ensure HR operations comply with labour laws and internal company policies, maintaining up-to-date records and documentation.
Implement and manage HR processes that support the company's agile transformation, focusing on streamlining workflows, improving communication, and enhancing HR service delivery.
Collaborate with department heads to ensure effective workforce planning and provision that supports both current and future business needs. Manage onboarding, induction, and offboarding processes.
Analyze HR metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement, reporting to senior leadership on progress and key initiatives.

Employee Relations and Engagement:

Champion initiatives to improve employee engagement, morale, and retention in alignment with the company's transformation journey.
Address employee relations issues, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies and promoting a positive and collaborative working environment.
Implement initiatives to enhance employee well-being and promote a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Leadership and Collaboration:

Act as a trusted advisor to senior management on all HR-related matters, providing strategic input on people management during the business transformation.
Manage and develop the HR operations team, fostering a high-performing culture that drives continuous improvement.
Work closely with the operations, production, and leadership teams to ensure seamless alignment of HR operations with broader company goals.
Conduct a realistic assessment of own strengths and development areas and undertake actions to address weaknesses.

Centralized Payroll Management:

Oversee and ensure accurate, compliant, and timely payroll processing for all sites.
Act as the salary administrator, ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll inputs to outsourced service providers.
Oversee benefits programmes and ensure proper enrollment and communication, including retirement and risk benefits (death and disability) and medical aid. Act as the company representative for GTC and Discovery Health.
Lead the payroll digital transformation migration from VIP to PaySpace (Go Live November 2024).

Talent Acquisition and Retention:

Develop and manage company-wide talent acquisition and retention strategies and processes.

Learning and Development:

Oversee training programs, career development initiatives, and succession planning.
Conduct learning needs analysis in line with current and future business needs and develop and implement the training budget.
Oversee the company SDF full function, including WSP and ATR reporting and related interventions.

HOURS:

Monday to Thursday: 08:00 – 17:00
Friday: 08:00 – 15:45

Should you meet all the requirements, apply on our website at www.statusstaffing.com today.
Should you not hear back from us within 10 working days, please consider your application as unsuccessful. We will retain your credentials for future similar roles.

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About Status Staffing

Welcome to STATUS STAFFING SOLUTIONS, a leading Western Cape based broad spectrum boutique staffing solutions provider.

Within our recruitment division we pride ourselves in our ability to match the right person to the right career through a comprehensive range of in-house screening and assessments. We go the extra mile by offering an outsourced HR and IR service, thereby assisting our clients to comply with local Labour laws. In addition, our Labour Relations division also offer a comprehensive Payroll service, enabling our clients to focus on their core business.

Our large candidate database and quality customer service ethos is what differentiates us from our competitors, enabling is to be considered a strategic partner to our valued candidates and clients.