Human Resources Officer

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Purpose of the job:

• To provide professional advice and guidance to Line Management, Shop Stewards and all employees on Human Resources matters in line with the Labour Legislation, company policies and agreements. Reporting to: Regional Manager - Human Resources

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric/ Grade 12
• Minimum 3+Years National Diploma in Human Resources (NQF Level 6) 
• B-Tech in Human Resources or Post Graduate Diploma in Labour Law will be an added advantage
• Proven track record / relevant work experience in a similar role
• Manufacturing Industry knowledge (Highly advantageous)
• Valid driver’s licence (Highly advantageous)
• Trade Union environment work experience (Highly advantageous)

Main Responsibilities:

• Support and compile relevant HR reports as mandated by the HR Manager
• Provide supporting role and or represent the company at the Bargaining Council in Conciliation matters, with guidance from the HR Manager and/or Director
• Provide a supporting role in preparation of Bundles for Arbitration matters
• Pro-active approach in dealing with IR matters on the shopfloor
• Ensure good Communication with all stakeholders i.e. Employees, Management and Trade Unions
• Ensure there is Labour Peace in the workplace
• Manage absenteeism, follow HR Trends, and implement improvement strategies
• Consistently and fairly implement HR Policies and Procedures
• Manage and foster good relations between Management, Employees and Trade Unions, at all times
• Ensure Disciplinary cases and Grievances are fairly and procedurally resolved timeously as prescribed
• Ensure that employee benefits are fairly and equitably implemented
• Liaise with external Employee Benefits service providers on issues such as medical aid, retirement funds, disabilities, and general HR related administrative issues
• Ensure all employee benefits and relevant administration are adequately addressed, carried-out, and processed with the relevant Funds/Schemes
• Schedule, take minutes and report on stakeholder meetings between the company and the Union/s
• Be always on top of shop-floor issues to understand Operations and IR/HR matters
• Provide support when required with general statutory reporting requirements including but not limited to Employment Equity

Key Skills and Competencies:

• High level computer literacy such as Excel, MS Office etc.
• Negotiation and Conflict handling skills
• Ability to manage multiple and concurrent projects on time