Senior HR Advisor - Compliance & Policy

Placements24; Kimberley; On-site; CAD 77,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Strategic compliance work

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Generous leave

Professional development

Relocation assistance

Mining sector exposure

Incentives

Accommodation allowance

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a prominent mining services company to recruit a Senior HR Advisor focused on compliance and policy development in Kimberley. The role targets interpreting legislation, developing robust HR policies, and guiding management on compliance to maintain a lawful work environment.

The successful candidate will lead audits, advise on labour relations, and support governance in a complex industrial setting within the Northern Cape mining context.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Law, Human Resources Management, or a related field.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive HR experience with emphasis on HR compliance and policy development.
• In-depth knowledge of South African labour law (LRA, BCEA, EEA, SDA, OH&S Act).
• Experience in developing and implementing HR policies in a complex industrial environment, preferably mining.
• Proven experience in managing employee relations and investigations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and influencing abilities.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex legal and regulatory information.
• Experience auditing HR processes and systems.
• Resilience and ability to work under pressure in Kimberley.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and update HR policies to ensure compliance with SA legislation and industry standards.
• Advise management on labour law, employee relations, and HR compliance.
• Conduct regular HR audits to identify risks and improvements.
• Oversee compliance training programs for managers and employees.
• Manage complex employee relations issues with fair policy application.
• Stay updated on labour legislation changes and advise the business.
• Represent the company in relevant forums and negotiations as required.
• Support HR with accurate record-keeping and reporting on compliance.
• Contribute to HR strategy development aligned with legal and ethical requirements.
• Ensure a culture of compliance and ethical conduct in Kimberley.

Skills

HR compliance

Policy development

Labour law expertise

Stakeholder management

Investigation skills

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Education

Master's degree in Law or HR

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent mining services company with operations in the Northern Cape, is seeking a highly experienced Senior HR Advisor to focus on Compliance and Policy development. This critical role ensures that all HR practices and policies adhere to the stringent requirements of the mining industry and South African labour laws. The Senior HR Advisor will be responsible for interpreting complex legislation, developing robust HR policies, and advising management on compliance matters to maintain a safe and legally sound work environment in Kimberley and surrounding areas. This is a strategic position for an HR professional with a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and update HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all relevant South African legislation and industry standards.
• Provide expert advice to management on all aspects of labour law, employee relations, and HR compliance.
• Conduct regular HR audits to identify potential risks and areas for improvement.
• Oversee the implementation of compliance training programs for managers and employees.
• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies.
• Stay abreast of changes in labour legislation and advise the business accordingly.
• Represent the company in relevant forums and negotiations as required.
• Support the HR team in ensuring accurate record-keeping and reporting related to compliance.
• Contribute to the development of HR strategies that align with legal and ethical requirements.
• Ensure a culture of compliance and ethical conduct throughout the organization in Kimberley.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Law, Human Resources Management, or a related field.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive HR experience, with a strong emphasis on HR compliance and policy development.
• In-depth knowledge and practical application of South African labour law, including LRA, BCEA, EEA, SDA, and OH&S Act.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing HR policies in a complex industrial environment, preferably mining.
• Proven experience in managing employee relations and conducting investigations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and influencing abilities.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex legal and regulatory information.
• Experience in auditing HR processes and systems.
• Resilience and ability to work under pressure in a challenging environment in Kimberley.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package.
• Opportunity to work on strategic compliance and policy initiatives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Generous leave allowance and paid time off.
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
• Relocation assistance may be considered.
• Exposure to the unique challenges and opportunities of the mining sector in the Northern Cape.
• Performance-based incentives.
• Accommodation allowance.