Job Description

People. Compliance. Culture. Making a difference. Are you an experienced HR professional who enjoys wearing multiple hats, working closely with people and keeping the wheels of a business turning? We are looking for a hands-on, experienced HR Officer to take ownership of a broad range of Human Resources and Health & Safety functions within an established business environment. This is a diverse role for someone who can confidently move between recruitment, employee relations, payroll administration, labour law compliance, training and development, and workplace health and safety. If you're organized, proactive, people-focused and comfortable taking responsibility, we'd love to hear from you! Requirements Requirements: Related degree/qualification in Human Resources Management. 10+ years of HR experience in a similar role, preferably in a corporate or manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of South African labour laws. Experience in integrated payroll system. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion. Applicants must reside in Pietermaritzburg. Key Duties: Recruitment & Talent Management Manage the full recruitment process, including job postings, candidate screening, interview coordination and selection. Oversee the onboarding and induction process to ensure a seamless transition for new hires. Maintain accurate employee records and ensure all contractual agreements are up to date. Employee Relations & Compliance Ensure compliance with the Labour Relations Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act and Employment Equity Act. Address employee grievances, disputes and disciplinary actions in line with company policies and legal requirements. Advise management on HR policies, labour law changes and best practices. Payroll & Benefits Administration Coordinate payroll inputs and liaise with the finance department to ensure accurate and timely payments. Advise on employee benefits, including medical aid, provident fund and leave management. Process Site work timesheets and monitor clocking’s. Employment Relations & Compliance Support skills development initiatives, learnerships and training programs to enhance transformation efforts. Manage employment equity reporting and facilitate EE committee meetings. Ensure compliance for Equity targets. Training & Development Identify training needs and coordinate skills development programs in line with company objectives. Ensure compliance with the Skills Development Act and maintain accurate training records. Submission of Annual training Plan. Application for funding with merSETA. Ensure all Mandatory Training is updated. General HR Administration Maintain and update HR policies, procedures and employee records. Prepare HR reports and analytics for management decision-making. Ensure annual medicals are updated. Co-ordinate catering for meeting requirements i.e.: customers Visits/International. Processing all IOD claims via RMA. Ensure Leave forms, staff overtime is authorized before forwarding to finance department at month end. Health & Safety Issue and control Personal protective wear. Liaise with sub-contractors/ service providers - hygiene, security, garden services, pest control, waste service and workmen’s compensation. Prepare fire drills and communicate outcomes and recommendations to safety. Check irregularities from Security OB and action where required. Investigate all incidents and report thereof. Identify unsafe acts, conditions and hazards, investigate root causes and identify corrective and preventative actions and report to management. Complete H & Safety files for Site Work.