Human Resource Officer - Pretoria

SUMMARY:

Role Purpose

Key Responsibilities

Human Resources Operations

• Support the implementation of the Human Resources strategy in alignment with organisational objectives.
• Provide comprehensive HR generalist support across all areas of the employee lifecycle.
• Deliver professional and responsive HR services to employees and management.
• Ensure compliance with HR policies, procedures, and legislative requirements.

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Coordinate end-to-end recruitment and selection processes.
• Arrange interviews, candidate communication, and recruitment administration.
• Facilitate onboarding and induction programmes for new employees.
• Maintain accurate recruitment records and documentation.

Learning & Development

• Identify organisational training needs and competency requirements.
• Coordinate employee training and development initiatives.
• Maintain training records and monitor employee development plans.
• Support the implementation of learning and development programmes.

Performance Management

• Assist managers and employees with performance management processes.
• Monitor performance review cycles and documentation.
• Support initiatives aimed at improving employee performance and development.
• Provide guidance on performance-related policies and procedures.

Employee Relations & Labour Compliance

• Assist with employee relations matters, including grievances and disciplinary processes.
• Support labour relations activities and represent the organisation where required.
• Assist with matters relating to trade unions and dispute resolution processes.
• Support preparation for CCMA matters where applicable.
• Ensure compliance with labour legislation and employment best practices.

Employee Wellness & Compliance

• Coordinate employee wellness initiatives and programmes.
• Promote a positive and productive working environment.
• Ensure workplace compliance with all relevant employment legislation.
• Support health, safety, and employee wellbeing initiatives.

HR Administration

• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.
• Assist with payroll-related administration and HR information management.
• Support HR reporting and record-keeping requirements.
• Utilise HR systems to maintain employee information and generate reports.
• Ensure confidentiality of employee information at all times.

POSITION INFO:

Role Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.

Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years' Human Resources generalist experience.
• Experience supporting recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and training.
• Experience working with HR information systems.
• Experience using Sage People 300 Payroll will be advantageous.

Knowledge & Skills

• Sound knowledge of South African labour legislation and HR best practices.
• Strong Human Resources generalist capability.
• Excellent administrative and organisational skills.
• High level of confidentiality, professionalism, and integrity.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Sound problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities.
• Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and service-oriented approach.