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HR Generalist

Eastern Cape
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Human Resources Retail
Reference: 177559

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Vacancy Details

Employer: Wheco Group

At Wheco, people are at the heart of how we drive operational excellence and deliver meaningful results. Our HR team plays a key role in empowering our workforce, strengthening organisational culture, and ensuring that our people practices support long-term business success. We are looking for an experienced and solutions-driven HR Generalist who enjoys partnering with leaders, supporting employees, and creating a positive, compliant, and engaging workplace. If you are passionate about people, committed to high standards, and eager to contribute to a growing organisation, this is your opportunity to make an impact.

Support a people-first environment that drives organisational success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage employee relations and provide guidance on disciplinary processes
• Coordinate end‑to‑end recruitment and support seamless onboarding
• Support performance management, including goal setting and development plans
• Monitor labour legislation, ensure HR compliance, and update policies
• Identify training needs and assist with implementation of development programmes
• Develop, review, and advise on HR policies for consistent application

Skills and Requirements:

• Strong understanding of HR administration, systems, and South African labour law
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proactive, adaptable, and able to handle sensitive matters with discretion
• Experience with performance management and onboarding practices
• Exposure to HRIS systems and digital recruitment tools (advantageous)
• Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and strong problem-solving ability

Minimum Requirements:
• Grade 12 (National Senior Certificate)
• Minimum 2 - 3 years in a generalist HR role
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Human Resources or Industrial Psychology
• Valid driver's license (essential)

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About Wheco Group

Established in 2006, Wheco is a prominent furniture and homeware retail group that encompasses several distinguished brands, including Cielo, Incanda, Visco Pedic, Nouvelle, SlumberFlex, and more. Embracing vertical integration, the company operates its own research and development centres, furniture factories, and warehousing operations.

Our group’s greatest strength lies in our 700+ dedicated employees, who are the heartbeat of Wheco. We are committed to fostering their development and creating work environments where they can feel safe, valued, and inspired.

Wheco’s national operation spans across 19 retail stores strategically located in Gauteng, Western Cape, Eastern Cape, KZN, Mpumalanga, and the Free State. Complementing our physical presence is a robust e-commerce division that operates industry-leading, award-winning websites.

Our national retail, e-commerce, and wholesale sales benefit from the support of over 30,000 square metres of warehousing and logistics facilities strategically positioned in Port Elizabeth, Johannesburg, and Cape Town. This logistical backbone ensures the seamless delivery of our products to customers nationwide.

VISION

Our vision is to:

Strategically invest and cultivate a diverse portfolio of successful sustainable and inspiring furniture and homeware brands, envisioning each brand as a leading and preferred choice among consumers in the specific target markets. Our vision is to offer brands that represent both quality and excellent value for money.
Deliver meaningful value to all our stakeholders.
Contribute positively to the well-being of our local communities and society.
Establish work environments that empower individuals to realise their full potential.

VALUES

We are a values-driven company and our core values of integrity, respect, teamwork, passion, ownership, fairness, resourcefulness, and a positive attitude underpin our business practices and philosophy.