HR Generalist - Centurion

SUMMARY:
Role Overview
The HR Generalist is responsible for delivering a broad range of operational and strategic HR support across recruitment, employee relations, HR administration, reporting, compliance, training, and development. The role supports managers and employees by ensuring effective implementation of HR policies and procedures and maintaining compliance with employment legislation.
This is a hands-on position ideal for an experienced HR practitioner with a strong understanding of labour relations, union engagement, and generalist functions within a dynamic, performance-driven environment.
 
Key Responsibilities
Talent Acquisition

• Manage internal and external recruitment processes.
• Coordinate end-to-end hiring activities, from advertising through to offer and onboarding.
• Conduct and manage background checks (qualifications, driver’s license, criminal, references).
• Draft employment contracts and formal offers.

• Advise and support line managers on the disciplinary code and labour processes.
• Prepare and coordinate disciplinary hearings, including documentation and logistics.
• Draft charges and submit for HR Manager approval.
• Observe disciplinary enquiries and grievances, provide accurate minutes and reports.
• Liaise with external bodies (e.g., CCMA) where required and manage related communications.
• Ensure consistent application of HR policies and procedures.

• Compile monthly HR reports, including overtime, absenteeism, BBBEE, employment equity, and headcount.
• Maintain accurate HR records and ensure data integrity within internal systems.
• Coordinate employee onboarding and induction processes.
• Prepare welcome packs and track induction completion with managers.
• Maintain employee files and digital HR database.
• Ensure HR compliance with payroll inputs and reporting timelines.

• Manage training logistics, documentation, and reporting.
• Record attendance, store certificates, and track training spend for BBBEE alignment.
• Handle full WSP/ATR submission and manage annual SETA reporting.

• Act as point of contact for employee queries on pension fund and medical aid.
• Implement updates to benefits and payroll inputs timeously.

• Oversee learnership management and ensure proper records for audit and verification.
• Assist with annual BBBEE verification processes.
• Coordinate data collection and support for training accreditation and compliance reviews.

• Participate in HR audits and maintain compliance controls.
• Support long-service recognition and employee wellness initiatives.
• Resolve payroll-related queries and assist in cross-functional HR projects.

POSITION INFO:
Requirements

• Tertiary qualification in Human Resources.
• 3–5 years’ generalist HR experience in a unionised environment.
• 2–3 years’ experience within the manufacturing sector.
• Own reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license.
• Bargaining council and CCMA experience (advantageous).

• Strong attention to detail, organisation, and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Deadline-driven and proactive with strong accountability.
• Good knowledge of BBBEE codes and SETA processes.
• Effective in stakeholder engagement at all organisational levels.
• Analytical mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Solid administrative and reporting skills.