Looking for a dedicated and experienced Human Resources Officer to support the effective management of labour relations, performance management systems, and employment equity initiatives. This role plays a key part in maintaining compliance with labour legislation while fostering a positive and productive workplace.

Key Responsibilities

Labour Relations

• Interpret and implement labour legislation and collective agreements.

• Investigate and respond to employee grievances in line with labour policies.

• Advise management on disciplinary procedures, work practice changes, and labour relations matters.

• Act as a communication link between management and bargaining unit representatives.

• Identify labour relations challenges and recommend solutions.

• Participate in wage negotiations where required.

• Ensure organisational notice boards comply with South African labour legislation.

Performance Management

• Oversee the implementation of the organisation’s performance appraisal system.

• Ensure all employees have up-to-date job descriptions and performance agreements.

• Support the development and integration of core competencies, values, and performance indicators.

• Train managers and staff on performance management systems and processes.

• Assist with the development and implementation of performance improvement plans.

Employment Equity

• Support the implementation of the Employment Equity Plan.

• Coordinate Employment Equity Committee meetings and maintain meeting records.

• Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual Employment Equity reports.

• Ensure Employment Equity information is updated on organisational notice boards.

HR Operations

• Conduct employee induction programmes.

• Coordinate medical aid administration.

• Support the Senior Manager: Human Resources in supervising HR functions.

• Maintain accurate HR records and audit employee files regularly.

Minimum Requirements

• National Diploma in Human Resources or equivalent qualification.

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a generalist Human Resources role.

• At least 3 years’ experience in labour relations.

• 1 year supervisory experience.

• Experience with Sage 300 will be an added advantage.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong people management and interpersonal skills.

• Knowledge of South African labour legislation including BCEA, EEA, SDA, and LRA.

• Excellent written and verbal communication.

• Strong presentation and training skills.

• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Strong attention to detail and deadline orientation.