HR Administrator

SUMMARY:
We’re looking for a proactive HR Administrator to keep our HR operations running smoothly! From recruitment coordination to employee support and admin tasks, you’ll play a key role in creating a great workplace experience. If you love a fast-paced environment and
enjoy working with people, we’d love to hear from you!

POSITION INFO:
OB DESCRIPTION:
 
Job Title:                              HR Admin
Employment Type:              Permanent, On-Site
Work Location:                    Gauteng, Johannesburg
 

JOB CONTEXT:

Our client is a well-established and innovative engineering company specializing in railway systems, rolling stock refurbishment, railway infrastructure, telecommunications, and power solutions. They are currently seeking a detail-oriented and proactive HR Administrator to support human resource functions. The ideal candidate will assist with HR processes, employee relations, recruitment coordination, and administrative tasks, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations within the HR department.


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supporting daily HR operations and ensuring a smooth administrative process.
• Maintain and update employee records (personnel files), both physical and electronic copies.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of employee data, including personal information, attendance records, and performance evaluations.
• Facilitate the onboarding process for new employees, including preparing paperwork, conducting orientations, and setting up employee profiles.
• Manage offboarding procedures, including exit interviews and processing termination paperwork when required.
• Assist in processing payroll and verifying attendance records through capturing of accurate hours from the biometrics system.
• Identifying any attendance negative patterns that arise from managing employees daily biometrics and issuing relevant warnings.
• Address payroll-related inquiries and discrepancies in a timely manner with employees.
• Serve as a point of contact for employees regarding HR policies, procedures, and inquiries.
• Assist in resolving employee relations issues and escalate complex matters to HR manager as needed.
• Prepare HR reports, such as attendance, new hires and resignations and other HR metric reports as required.
• Maintain HR documents, policies, and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirement.

• Matric Certificate.
• 5 - 10 Years’ experience.
• HR Degree or related qualifications AND/OR appropriate experience.
• Previous experience in an HR administration role.
• Strong understanding of HR functions, company policies and procedures.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Strong ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Knowledge of HR functions and best practices, including recruitment, payroll, and employee relations.
• Proficiency in HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems).
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data management.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

• Compensation will be determined based on qualifications, applicable experience, and previous earnings.