SUMMARY:
Our client is seeking a mature, experienced HR / IR Specialist to join the HR function on a permanent basis. This role will provide hands-on HR and Industrial Relations support in a large, industrial environment, oversee a small HR team, and report directly to the Head of HR.
POSITION INFO:
Key responsibilities
- Provide end-to-end HR and IR support to business units in a high-compliance environment
- Manage and guide disciplinary processes, grievances, incapacity, misconduct and performance matters
- Ensure compliance with labour legislation and internal policies; advise management on best practice
- Lead or support CCMA/Bargaining Council matters, investigations, case preparation and representation (where applicable)
- Support employee relations, engagement initiatives, and change/organisational initiatives
- Oversee and mentor the HR team, ensuring service delivery and turnaround times
- Assist with HR reporting, metrics and continuous improvement of HR processes
Minimum requirements- Relevant HR qualification (Degree/Diploma)
- Proven, senior-level HR and IR experience, ideally in a large industrial/manufacturing/logistics/engineering environment
- Strong knowledge of SA labour legislation and ER processes
- Confident stakeholder management and coaching ability
- Ability to work with urgency, discretion, and sound judgement
- Experience in a unionised environment
- Track record of leading a team and driving HR standards across sites
