Employee Relations Specialist

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking an experienced Employee Relations Specialist to join our HR team. You will lead investigations, advise management on policies, and help build a fair, compliant work environment.

The role focuses on resolving workplace issues, mediating disputes, and ensuring alignment with South African labour laws such as BCEA, LRA and EEA. This is a full-time, on-site position with opportunities for professional development and certification in dispute resolution.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience specializing in employee relations or a related HR field.
• Experience conducting workplace investigations and mediation.
• Knowledge of South African labor law including BCEA, LRA, and EEA.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong analytical skills and sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough and impartial investigations into employee grievances and disciplinary matters.
• Provide expert advice and coaching to managers and employees on HR policies and procedures.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance employee engagement and resolve workplace conflicts.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant South African labor laws and company policies.
• Assist in the review and updating of HR policies and employee handbooks.
• Promote a culture of open communication and fairness within the organization.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Conflict resolution

Analytical thinking

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Employee Relations Specialist to join their HR team in Bloemfontein . This role is dedicated to fostering a positive and fair workplace environment by managing and resolving employee relations issues effectively. You will conduct investigations, provide guidance to management on HR policies, and contribute to the development of strategies that promote employee well‑being and a harmonious work environment. This is a key position for ensuring compliance and maintaining constructive relationships between the company and its employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough and impartial investigations into employee grievances and disciplinary matters.
• Provide expert advice and coaching to managers and employees on HR policies and procedures.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance employee engagement and resolve workplace conflicts.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant South African labor laws and company policies.
• Assist in the review and updating of HR policies and employee handbooks.
• Promote a culture of open communication and fairness within the organization.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience specializing in employee relations or a related HR field.
• Demonstrated experience in conducting workplace investigations and mediation.
• In-depth knowledge of South African labor law, including the BCEA, LRA, and EEA.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to make sound judgments.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Full-time, on‑site position in Bloemfontein .
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and certification in dispute resolution.
• A supportive HR department and a commitment to employee well‑being.