Human Resources Practitioner

• A BCom in Human Resources or BA in Human Resources.
• 3–5 years' experience as an HR Generalist, ideally within the manufacturing or retail sectors.
• Solid understanding of South African labour legislation (EEA, BCEA, LRA, Skills Development Act).
• Proficiency in HR systems, including X-Time.
• Experience in performance management, project coordination, and HR reporting.
• Skilled in policy development, HR risk management, and navigating union and bargaining council environments.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to meet tight deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and report writing skills.
• Capable of working independently and managing a high-volume workload.
• Adaptable and effective in culturally diverse environments.
• Proficient in facilitation, presentations, and stakeholder engagement.
• Forward-thinking, with strong analytical and networking abilities.

• Provide operational and strategic support to the Human Resources Division, including Talent Development, Remuneration and Benefits, HR Administration, Performance Management and Recruitment.
• Promote sound labour relations and facilitate fair dispute resolution processes.
• Oversee and implement strategic HR programmes, including HR Planning and Employee Health and Wellness (EHWP).
• Drive compliance and performance outcomes across all HR functions.
• Support service delivery excellence through effective HR operational support.
• Interpret, implement and review HR policies and procedures.
• Champion organisational change and transformation initiatives.
• Monitor and assess the effectiveness of HR strategies.
• Offer professional HR advice and guidance to management.
• Manage and maintain the organisational performance management system.

• Foster a positive and collaborative work culture.
• Uphold strict confidentiality in all employee and organisational matters.
• Develop and manage Personal Development Plans (PDPs) to support succession planning and talent retention.
• Ensure availability and optimal utilisation of human and operational resources.
• Monitor and control HR departmental budgets effectively.

• Partner with line managers to identify training and development needs.
• Coordinate training logistics and liaise with external service providers.
• Maintain accurate training records and support annual training report submissions.
• Lead the onboarding and induction of new staff members.

• Collect and submit monthly payroll inputs in coordination with line managers.
• Ensure legal compliance related to leave, overtime, work hours, and bursary administration.
• Manage payroll processing for new hires and terminations.
• Coordinate disability, funeral, and death claims in line with company policy.

• Facilitate Employment Equity initiatives and ensure active participation in EE forums.
• Support EE strategy implementation in alignment with legislative requirements.

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