HR Generalist - Employee Wellness & Relations

Placements24; Kimberley; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive medical aid

Retirement fund

Opportunities for professional develop

Wellness programs

Counseling services

Training relevant to ER & wellness

Job summary

Placements24 partners with a well-established organization in Kimberley to recruit an HR Generalist focused on employee wellness and relations. The role emphasizes fostering a supportive, fair, and compliant work environment through proactive wellbeing initiatives and effective handling of employee concerns.

The successful candidate will bring strong interpersonal skills, experience in employee relations, and a genuine commitment to wellbeing, working on-site with a collaborative team to enhance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Psychology, Social Work or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years HR experience with a focus on employee relations or wellness programs.
• Strong knowledge of SA labour law and HR best practices.
• Experience in handling grievances and investigations.
• Excellent communication, listening and conflict-resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and resolve employee relations issues including grievances, disputes and conflicts.
• Conduct investigations into employee complaints with fairness and confidentiality.
• Develop and implement employee wellness programs focusing on physical, mental, and financial well-being.
• Advise management and staff on HR policies, procedures and employee rights.
• Ensure compliance with South African labour legislation and company policies.
• Support HR team in recruitment, performance management and HR administration.
• Facilitate workshops on employee well-being and workplace conduct.
• Maintain confidential employee records related to relations and wellness.
• Identify potential issues and recommend interventions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Conflict resolution

Listening

Empathy

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/ Psychology/ Social Work

Tools

HRIS

MS Office

Job description

About the RoleOur client, a well-established organization, is seeking an empathetic and skilled HR Generalist to focus on Employee Wellness and Relations within their Kimberley, Northern Cape office. This role is crucial for fostering a supportive and healthy work environment by managing employee concerns, promoting wellness initiatives, and ensuring fair and consistent application of HR policies. You will play a key role in enhancing employee well‑being, addressing grievances, and ensuring compliance with labor laws. This on‑site position offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on the employee experience within a collaborative team setting. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills, a solid understanding of employee relations dynamics, and a genuine commitment to employee well‑being.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and resolve employee relations issues, including grievances, disputes, and conflicts.
• Conduct investigations into employee complaints with fairness and confidentiality.
• Develop and implement employee wellness programs, focusing on physical, mental, and financial well‑being.
• Advise management and employees on HR policies, procedures, and employee rights.
• Ensure compliance with South African labor legislation and company policies.
• Support the HR team in generalist functions, including recruitment support, performance management, and HR administration.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions on topics related to employee well‑being and positive workplace conduct.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records and documentation related to employee relations and wellness.
• Proactively identify potential employee relations issues and recommend appropriate interventions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of HR experience, with a strong focus on employee relations and/or employee wellness programs.
• Sound knowledge of South African labor law and HR best practices.
• Demonstrated experience in managing employee grievances and conducting investigations.
• Excellent communication, listening, and conflict resolution skills.
• Empathy and a genuine commitment to employee well‑being.
• Proficiency in HRIS and standard office software.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in Kimberley, Northern Cape is an advantage.

Benefits

• competitive salary
• comprehensive medical aid
• a retirement fund
• opportunities for professional development
• wellness programs
• counseling services
• access to training relevant to employee relations and wellness

Our client believes in supporting its employees' overall well‑being and offers wellness programs, counseling services, and access to training relevant to employee relations and wellness. You will work in a supportive and friendly environment, contributing to a positive organizational culture. This is a great opportunity to advance your HR career in a role that directly impacts employee satisfaction and workplace harmony.