Employee Relations Specialist

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley is seeking an experienced Employee Relations Specialist to foster a positive, productive workplace by managing ER issues, conducting investigations, and guiding HR policy application. You will be a key contact for employees and management, ensuring fair and consistent processes in the Northern Cape.

The role emphasizes handling sensitive information with discretion, resolving conflicts, and driving workplace harmony through proactive engagement and compliance with labor

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Law, or a related discipline.
• 3–5 years of experience specifically in employee relations or a similar HR role.
• Demonstrated experience in conducting workplace investigations and conflict resolution.
• Strong knowledge of South African labor law and ER best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Investigate employee complaints and grievances, conducting thorough and objective inquiries.
• Provide guidance and support to employees and managers on HR policies and procedures.
• Advise on disciplinary processes, ensuring fairness and compliance with labor law.
• Develop and deliver training on employee relations best practices.
• Promote a positive workplace culture through proactive employee engagement initiatives.
• Analyze ER trends and recommend preventative measures.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of ER investigations and outcomes.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Investigation

Policy guidance

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's in HR/Law

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and empathetic Employee Relations Specialist to join their team in Kimberley . This role is dedicated to fostering a positive and productive work environment by managing and resolving employee relations issues, conducting investigations, and providing guidance on HR policies. You will be a key point of contact for employees and management, ensuring fair and consistent application of company policies and procedures. This is an important role for maintaining workplace harmony and compliance in the Northern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Investigate employee complaints and grievances, conducting thorough and objective inquiries.
• Provide guidance and support to employees and managers on HR policies and procedures.
• Advise on disciplinary processes, ensuring fairness and compliance with labor law.
• Develop and deliver training on employee relations best practices.
• Promote a positive workplace culture through proactive employee engagement initiatives.
• Analyze ER trends and recommend preventative measures.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of ER investigations and outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Law, or a related discipline.
• 3-5 years of experience specifically in employee relations or a similar HR role.
• Demonstrated experience in conducting workplace investigations and conflict resolution.
• Strong knowledge of South African labor law and ER best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to specialize in a crucial HR function.
• Professional development in conflict resolution and HR law.
• A supportive team and a commitment to employee well-being.
• Make a direct impact on workplace culture in Kimberley .