Human Resources Officer

Right People Right Job (Pty) Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in waste management is seeking a proactive HR Officer to enhance workforce productivity and compliance. This role is crucial for maintaining employee wellbeing and supporting core HR functions. You will manage recruitment, performance appraisals, and training initiatives while ensuring adherence to statutory regulations. The ideal candidate is detail-driven, organized, and ready to contribute to a positive workplace culture. Join a dedicated team and take the next step in your HR career, where your efforts will shape a supportive and productive environment for all employees.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in a generalist HR role.
• Strong MS Office skills, particularly in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage full recruitment lifecycle and lead structured induction.
• Advise on disciplinary and union matters, ensuring compliance.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

HR Compliance

Performance Management

Training Coordination

Conflict Resolution

Data Analysis

Document Management

Education

HR Diploma or NQF Level 6

Matric / Grade 12

Tools

MS Office (Excel)

Job description

Our client, a company at the forefront of waste management services, located in Roodekop, Johannesburg, is looking for a proactive, hands-on HR Officer to join their team and support both their operational and management staff.

This role plays a vital part in maintaining workforce productivity, compliance, employee wellbeing, and the smooth running of all core HR functions.

Firm but fair with excellent interpersonal skills, proactive, detail-driven, and highly organized, self-motivated, and a team player. The candidate should be willing and able to work extra hours when needed. Ready to take the next step in your HR career? Apply now and help shape a positive, productive, and people-focused workplace.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Workforce Planning & Productivity
2. Create and manage staff rotation and workforce allocation plans
3. Ensure leave and compensation compliance
4. Maintain a pool of compliant relievers for ground roles
5. Submit monthly productivity and workforce reports

1. Performance Management & Skills Development & Training
2. Implement and manage a degree appraisal system
3. Drive performance coaching and feedback processes
4. Develop and implement the Workplace Skills Plan
5. Coordinate training, learnerships, internships, and an on-site learning centre
6. Submit monthly training and BBBEE reports

1. Succession & Career Planning
2. Develop and maintain 3-year succession plans

HR Advisory Support & Dispute Resolution & Labour Relations

• Advise line managers on disciplinary, policy, and union matters
• Provide senior management with strategic HR insights, legislation updates, and trend reports
• Lead conflict resolution processes, handle grievances, and represent the company at CCMA / Labour court

Employee Wellness & Benefits & Payroll Support & Compensation

• Administer employee benefits (Provident Fund, UIF, COIDA, Medical Aid)
• Resolve benefit-related queries
• Develop a fair, competitive compensation structure
• Consolidate and process data affecting payroll, especially regarding absenteeism and leave
• Provide accurate payroll data and trend analysis using biometric records

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Manage full recruitment lifecycle
• Lead a structured two-week induction for new employees

Statutory Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure full compliance with COIDA, UIF, SDL, EMP, Bargaining Council
• Submit BEE scorecard and Employment Equity plans

Administration

• Maintain a secure and confidential electronic HR archive for all HR documents

Minimum Qualifications & Skills :

• Matric / Grade 12 plus completed HR Diploma or NQF Level 6 equivalent
• Minimum 3 years in a generalist HR role
• Strong MS Office skills (Excel in particular), numeracy, and document management skills
• Clear criminal record
• Driver's license (advantageous)