HR Generalist KZN

SUMMARY:
Job Title: HR Generalist 
Location: Umhlanga, KZN
Industry: Facilities & Cleaning
Type:  Full-Time      / Environment: Dynamic, fast-paced, people-focused

About the Role
Our client within the cleaning industry is looking for a dynamic and hands-on HR Generalist to join their growing team based in Umhlanga, KZN. This opportunity is ideal for an HR professional who enjoys working across the full HR function, thrives in a fast-paced operational environment, and can confidently balance compliance, employee relations, and people-focused initiatives. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting daily HR operations, partnering with management on HR best practices, and overseeing HR-related functions for a workforce of approximately 1 000 employees across multiple sites.

POSITION INFO:
What you’ll be doing

• Manage the full HR function across recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and exit processes
• Handle employee relations, disciplinary matters, and grievance procedures in line with labour legislation
• Ensure compliance with BCEA, LRA, EE, and other relevant employment laws and regulations
• Oversee payroll input, leave administration, and employee record management
• Support line managers with HR policies, coaching, and best practice guidance
• Drive HR initiatives such as wellness, engagement, and training interventions
• Prepare HR reports, maintain HR systems, and contribute to audits and compliance checks
• Assist with Employment Equity submissions and Workplace Skills Plans
• Support and manage HR-related functions for a workforce of approximately 1 000 employees

• 2 – 4+ years’ proven HR generalist experience, ideally within services, facilities, cleaning, or housekeeping industries
• Strong knowledge of South African labour legislation and HR practices
• Experience supporting a large workforce in a fast-paced operational environment will be advantageous
• Relevant HR qualification (Diploma or Degree preferred)
• Excellent communication skills in English (Afrikaans or other African languages advantageous)
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable vehicle
• Willingness to travel for business purposes when required
• Clear criminal record
• Strong organisational, problem-solving, and conflict management skills
• Ability to work independently while supporting multiple stakeholders
• High attention to detail and a solutions-focused mindset

• Permanent position
• Competitive salary package: R20 000 CTC per month
• Exposure to a dynamic environment within a growing services business
• Opportunity to influence HR best practices and compliance
• A supportive culture that values initiative and professionalism

• Occasional travel between sites may be required
• Experience in security/facilities or similar service-related industries will be a strong advantage
• This role requires a practical HR professional who is comfortable balancing compliance with operational needs
• The role supports a large operational workforce across multiple sites and departments