Employee Relations Specialist

FlySafair; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airline company in Johannesburg seeks a professional to manage employee relations, focusing on grievance handling, disciplinary compliance, and training. The role involves advising management on disciplinary actions and monitoring processes to ensure legal compliance. Candidates should have strong stakeholder engagement skills and a background in labour law.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate handling of employee grievances and conflict resolution.
• Provide expert advice to management on disciplinary actions.
• Investigate employee concerns and recommend actions.

Job description

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the handling of employee grievances, counselling, and conflict resolution processes in a timely and effective manner;


• Take a proactive approach to conflict management and ensure adherence to grievance and disciplinary procedures;


• Provide expert advice to management on appropriate disciplinary action, ensuring fairness, consistency, and compliance with labour law;


• Investigate employee concerns and recommend appropriate courses of action;


• Assist in the formation, interpretation, and application of internal policies relating to employee conduct, discipline, and grievance management;


• Engage with HR and departmental managers to monitor all disciplinary processes, including documentation, investigations, scheduling, and attendance at hearings;


• Represent the organisation at the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA) and similar forums;


• Support HR and line managers with CCMA case preparation and dispute resolution strategies;


• Monitor internal and external legal developments and ensure the business remains compliant with relevant employment legislation, collective agreements, and case law precedents;


• Deliver internal training to managers and employees on employee relations topics, including policies, legislation, and disciplinary processes;


• Develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure ER matters are addressed effectively;


• Review, draft, and update company policies and procedures to ensure alignment with current labour legislation and best employment practices;


• Provide accurate interpretation of labour laws and ensure consistent application in the workplace;


• Promote awareness and adherence to company policies, labour legislation, and collective agreements across the organization;


• Conduct research and make recommendations based on recent employment law changes and court rulings.