Job Description

Minimum Requirements:

• Tertiary qualification in HR / IR / LLB.
• Labour law qualification advantageous
• 5+ years experience in IR
• Excellent knowledge of all relevant legislation, including: MIBCO Main Agreement, LRA, BCEA, SDA, EEA.
• Automotive (MIBCO) Experience non-negotiable
• In-depth exposure to Unions
• CCMA/Dispute Resolution Centre experience

Skills and Attributes:

• Conflict resolution
• Excellent at problem solving
• Expertise in mediation and consultation
• Work independently
• Well organised and good time management skills
• Effective critical thinking and evaluating skills
• Works well under pressure and meeting tight deadlines
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills

Responsibilities:

• Investigating incidents for charge / warning formulation and oversee disciplinary enquiries
• Charge formulation / Drafting notices to attend disciplinary enquiries
• Assist Management / Supervisors in preparation for disciplinary enquiries
• Facilitate as a mediator when required to resolve employee grievances
• Manage disciplinary actions, retrenchment and litigation.
• Strike Management
• Assisting with management of staff regarding performance management, late coming, absenteeism and various labour issues
• Assist Management and Supervisors in the issuing of warnings and advise management on warnings to be issued
• Prepare and issue dismissal / termination documentation and procedures
• Represent the company at CCMA and DRC
• Ensure legislative compliance and consistency
• Build, manage and maintain relationships (Workplace Forum, Shop Stewards and Union Officials)
• Ensure people management and employee relations are smooth
• Building and maintaining successful relationships with various stakeholders
• Ensure fair and consistent application of company policies and procedures
• Ensure regular engagement sessions / meetings with labour stakeholders to ensure a harmonious workplace.
• Perform any other tasks related as and when required by Management, and give support to Holding Group requests.