Industrial Relations Specialist

Surgo

  • Kempton Park, Gauteng
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • Just now
We are seeking a skilled Industrial Relations Specialist with strong expertise in labour law to join our team in Kempton Park. In this role, you'll ensure compliance with labour legislation, manage disputes, and represent the company at CCMA and Labour Court level. This is a high-impact role where your expertise will directly support management and employee relations while safeguarding the business.Minimum Requirements
  • BCom Degree in Labour Law (or equivalent)
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in Industrial / Labour Law
  • Solid knowledge of labour legislation, dispute resolution, and union engagement
Key Responsibilities
  • Manage dispute resolution processes between management and employees
  • Oversee union and employee relations and control the IR climate
  • Ensure compliance with labour legislation
  • Compile and submit monthly IR reports to the CEO
  • Prepare and represent the company at CCMA hearings and Labour Court referrals
  • Draft legal documents: closing arguments, affidavits, notices, objections, letters of demand
  • Handle disciplinary processes from initiation to resolution
  • Assess merits of cases and provide expert advice to management
What We Offer
  • Competitive CTC: R35 000 R42 000
  • Fuel card for business-related travel
  • Provident Fund contribution (7.5% employee / 9% employer)
  • Performance-based bonus in December
Diversity & InclusionSurgo (Pty) Ltd is committed to building a diverse workforce and encourages people with disabilities and candidates from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.Due to the volume of applications, if you don't hear back within three months, please consider your application unsuccessful. However, your CV will be retained in our database for future opportunities every CV is treated as part of our long-term talent pipeline. If you prefer us not to keep your CV, please contact recruitment@surgo.co.za.

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