Introduction
This position will be based at the Head Office in Woodmead 

Description
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Employee Relations (IR) Specialist to join our team based in Woodmead the person will report to Manager Employee Relations. The successful candidate will be responsible for regulating the relationship between the management and employees, and with external institutions such as the CCMA. Promote and maintain communication between management, unions and employees. Provide advice and support to managers in operations with regards to the Labour law by supporting disciplinary and grievance processes and maintaining positive Labour relations across the business. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of South African labour laws, excellent conflict resolution skills, and experience engaging with unions and employees in a fast-paced operational environment

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with the Manager: Employee Relations and peers to deliver on overall objectives and priorities for the function and Operation
• Provide ER/IR guidance and support to management and employees.
• Manage disciplinary, grievance, incapacity, and misconduct processes.
• Facilitate investigations, hearings, and consultations in line with company policies and labour legislation.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships and an effective / sound communication system with the operations.
• Ensure consistency and fairness in the interpretation and application of the Disciplinary Code and Grievance Policy and Procedure across operations.
• Analyse and report trends of misconduct to relevant persons.
• Ensure compliance with the Labour Relations Act (LRA), Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA), and other relevant legislation.
• Represent the company at CCMA and bargaining council matters where required.
• Build and maintain constructive relationships with unions and employee representatives.
• Advise management on employee relations risks and best practices.
• Support organisational change initiatives and consultations.
• Monitor and report on ER trends, case management, and labour-related risks.
• Assist with policy implementation and employee awareness initiatives.
• Conduct, reporting ER audit in operations: Ensure that all ER reporting is aligned with standards, guidelines and schedules.
• Ensure that all ER related processes are held within the reasonable time as per policies and procedure.
• Prepare and conduct ER training including the inductions in various operations

Qualification Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12) or an equivalent qualification registered at NQF Level 4, including relevant NATED qualifications such as the N3 Certificate,
• Degree or Diploma in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Labour Relations, or related field.
• HR or ER/IR professional registration

Experience and Skills Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience in Employee Relations / Industrial Relations within mining, engineering, or industrial environments.
• Exposure to unionised environments.
• Strong understanding of South African labour legislation.
• Experience handling disciplinary hearings, grievances, and CCMA cases.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict management skills.
• Strong report-writing and administrative skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Valid driver’s licence for travelling to sites and or operations in various provinces
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
• High level of integrity and confidentiality