HR Manager

HR Manager

Location

East Rand,Johannesburg, Gauteng

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented HR Manager to support and manage the day-to-day human resources functions of the business. The successful candidate will be responsible for recruitment, employee relations, HR administration, performance management support, training coordination, and ensuring compliance with South African labour legislation.

This role is ideal for an HR professional who has gained some practical experience and is looking to grow into a broader HR management position.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the recruitment process from advertising vacancies to interview coordination.
• Conduct reference and background checks.
• Prepare offer letters and employment contracts.
• Coordinate employee onboarding and induction programmes.
• Maintain recruitment records and databases.

• Maintain employee records and HR filing systems.
• Manage leave administration and attendance records.
• Ensure employee information is accurate and up to date.
• Prepare HR reports and statistics as required by management.
• Assist with payroll input and monthly HR documentation.

• Support managers in handling employee queries and disciplinary matters.
• Coordinate grievance procedures and employee wellness initiatives.
• Promote positive employee engagement and workplace culture.
• Assist with disciplinary hearings and performance counselling processes.

• Coordinate performance review processes.
• Monitor probation periods and performance improvement plans.
• Assist management with performance-related documentation and follow-up actions.

• Identify employee training needs.
• Coordinate training programmes and workshops.
• Maintain training records and support Skills Development initiatives.
• Assist with Workplace Skills Plan and Annual Training Report submissions where required.

• Ensure compliance with:
• Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA)
• Labour Relations Act (LRA)
• Employment Equity Act (EEA)
• Skills Development Act (SDA)
• Support employment equity initiatives and reporting.
• Assist with audits and HR compliance activities.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, Labour Relations, or related field.

• 2 to 5 years'' HR Generalist experience.
• Experience in recruitment, employee relations, and HR administration.
• Experience in a manufacturing, logistics, retail, or service environment will be advantageous.

• Knowledge of South African labour legislation.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

• Time-to-fill vacancies.
• Employee onboarding completion rates.
• HR administration accuracy.
• Employee turnover statistics.
• Training completion rates.
• Compliance with labour legislation.
• Employee engagement and satisfaction levels.
• Timely completion of performance reviews.