Human Resources Officer

Right People Right Job (Pty) Ltd; Germiston; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in waste management is seeking a proactive HR Officer to enhance workforce productivity and employee wellbeing. This role is pivotal in maintaining compliance and supporting both operational and management staff. The ideal candidate will be detail-driven, organized, and possess excellent interpersonal skills. Responsibilities include workforce planning, performance management, employee wellness, and recruitment. If you're ready to take the next step in your HR career and contribute to a positive workplace, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in a generalist HR role.
• Completed HR Diploma or NQF Level 6 equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Manage full recruitment lifecycle and onboarding.
• Implement and manage performance coaching processes.
• Advise on disciplinary and policy matters.

Skills

HR Management

Performance Management

Conflict Resolution

Employee Wellness

SAGE Software

MS Office

Education

HR Diploma or NQF Level 6

Tools

SAGE

MS Office

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 and 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:

Workforce Planning & Productivity

• Create and manage staff rotation and workforce allocation plans
• Ensure leave and compensation compliance
• Maintain a pool of compliant relievers for ground roles
• Submit monthly productivity and workforce reports

Performance Management & Skills Development & Training

• Implement and manage a 360-degree appraisal system
• Drive performance coaching and feedback processes
• Develop and implement the Workplace Skills Plan
• Coordinate training, learnerships, internships, and an on-site learning centre
• Submit monthly training and BBBEE reports

Succession & Career Planning

• 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, EMP201, 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
• SAGE
• Strong MS Office (Excel in particular), numeracy, and document management skills
• Clear criminal record
• Driver’s license (advantageous)