Hr Officer

Manpower Group Sa (Pty) Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in South Africa is seeking an HR Officer / Administrator to provide comprehensive HR services. This role involves recruitment, payroll support, employee engagement, and compliance reporting, ensuring operational efficiency and employee wellness. Ideal candidates will have a background in HR with strong attention to detail and experience in industrial settings.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' HR generalist experience, preferably in manufacturing or industrial settings.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment, including adverts, interviews, and onboarding.
• Administer salary and benefits changes and process agreements.
• Support grievance and disciplinary processes.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Team-oriented

Flexibility

Resilience

Education

Diploma or Degree in Human Resource Management

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Are you an experienced HR generalist looking to make an impact in a fast-paced, people-focused environment?

Do you have a strong grasp of HR processes and a passion for employee engagement and operational efficiency?

We're seeking a dedicated HR Officer / Administrator to join our team and support staff and management across the business.

About the Role

Reporting to the Head of HR MEA, the HR Officer / Administrator provides comprehensive generalist HR services across all levels of the organization.

This includes recruitment, onboarding, payroll support, industrial relations, employee wellness, and compliance reporting, ensuring smooth, compliant, and value-aligned processes.

Key Responsibilities

1. Recruitment & Selection: Manage end-to-end recruitment, including adverts, interviews, screening, and onboarding documentation.
2. Personnel Administration: Maintain employee records, coordinate time administration, and update HR databases and organizational charts.
3. Payroll Coordination: Administer salary and benefits changes and process company-owned device agreements.
4. Industrial Relations: Support grievance and disciplinary processes, providing guidance on IR matters.
5. Employee Benefits: Process claims and queries related to benefits like sick pay, medical aid, provident fund, and retirement plans.
6. Employee Engagement & Support: Handle HR queries and provide policy-aligned advice at all employee levels.
7. HR Innovation: Contribute to process improvements through efficiency projects.
8. Staff Welfare Events: Plan wellness initiatives, onboarding sessions, and staff recognition activities.
9. Training Support: Coordinate training sessions and liaise with providers.
10. Compliance & Reporting: Deliver HR reports, support audits, and manage Employment Equity submissions.
11. Terminations & Exit Interviews: Manage exit processes and gather feedback.
12. Onboarding & Induction: Conduct induction sessions for new hires.

Qualifications & Experience

Matric, with a Diploma or Degree (or studying towards one) in Human Resource Management; 3-5 years' HR generalist experience, preferably in manufacturing or industrial settings.

Key Competencies

• High attention to detail and integrity
• Team-oriented attitude
• Flexibility in task execution
• Experience in industrial or manufacturing environments is advantageous
• Resilience under pressure
• Technical skills in SAP and Excel, with proficiency in formulas, data navigation, and troubleshooting

Note: Only suitable candidates will be contacted.