HR Officer - TEMP Maternity cover FTC

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Our team, based in Morningside Durban, is seeking a Temp HR Officer (Generalist) who thrives in a fast-paced, people-focused environment, based in Morningside, Durban. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, excellent problem-solving abilities, and the ability to manage multiple priorities whilst maintaining a high level of accuracy and confidentiality.

Purpose of the role

The ideal candidate is proactive professional who supports the HR department and the business by performing a generalist role within the Human Resources discipline while reflecting the company values. Responsibilities include but not limited to;

1. General:

• Assist, guide, support and advise on HR related matters across IOEC departments/sites.
• The day-to-day HR operations, providing excellent customer service and maintain effective employee experience.
• Follow all companies’ policies and procedures.

2. HR Administration:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, including personnel files and HR databases.
• Process HR-related documentation, such as employment contracts, employee letters, and performance-related documents, medical aid,retirement fund.
• Coordinate and compile monthly, quarterly, and yearly reporting aligned to strategic metrics including trend analysis and recommendations from the HR Leadership Team.

3. Employment Laws and compliance:

• Ensure compliance with RSA Legislation, guided by the HR Executive.
• Assist in the preparation of Employment Equity information including reports and other related administrative duties.
• Provide data for BBBEE scorecards and assist in collation for the audits.
• Work closely with Payroll to support effective administration flow for efficient payroll processing.
• Prepare and submit documents for DOL audits.
• Visits to various sites for employee engagements.

4. Employee Relations:

• Assist the HR Executive on employee relation matters up to CCMA/Bargaining Council when applicable and in line with company policies (bundle preparations etc).
• Coordinate internal disciplinary hearings.
• Coordinate incapacity process emanating from the Medical Review Board (P/Fund).

5. Performance Management:

• Assist the HR Executive with regards to the appraisal process and ensure performance reviews are done in accordance with the RSA Legilsation.

6. Training & Development:

• Coordinates the implementation in all Organisational Development, Training & Development activities with the HR Team.

7. Talent Acquisition:

• Champion Induction of new employees and offboarding processes.
• Assists in all recruitment, screening, selection, and placement activities as and when required.

8. HR Projects:

• Be part of HR Projects, coordinate people initiatives (incl. EAP), Community Outreach activities and ad-hoc tasks.
• Perform any other tasks as requested by management.

Minimum requirements:

• Available immediately
• Degree/diploma qualification in Human Resources
• Proven experience as HR officer, administrator or other HR position
• Understanding of labour laws and disciplinary procedures. Track record of preparing and running any CCMA cases
• Must be based in Durban, as this is an on-site role
• Drivers License & Own car essential

Reports to HR HOD and HR Director