Employee Relations Specialist

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 520,000 - 760,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, South Africa, seeks an experienced Employee Relations Specialist to manage workplace issues and uphold fair treatment, compliance, and positive relations. This hybrid role combines on-site work in Upington with remote flexibility.

You will investigate grievances, advise on policies, and develop training to enhance workplace conduct, with a strong focus on SA labor law and dispute resolution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Law, Psychology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in employee relations, labor law, or HR management.
• In-depth knowledge of South African labor legislation and dispute resolution processes.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and resolve employee grievances, disputes, and disciplinary matters.
• Advise management and employees on policies and procedures related to employee relations.
• Ensure compliance with South African labor laws and regulations in all ER activities.
• Develop and deliver training programs on topics such as conflict resolution and workplace conduct.
• Conduct workplace investigations in a fair, thorough, and confidential manner.
• Promote a positive employee relations climate and foster open communication channels.

Skills

Investigative skills

Mediation

Conflict resolution

Stakeholder influence

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Law, Psychology, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent entity in Upington, Northern Cape , is seeking an experienced Employee Relations Specialist to manage and resolve workplace issues effectively. This role is vital for fostering a positive and productive work environment by ensuring fair treatment, addressing grievances, and promoting harmonious employee relations. You will play a key part in upholding company policies and legal compliance, operating within a hybrid work model that combines on-site presence in Upington with remote flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Investigate and resolve employee grievances, disputes, and disciplinary matters.
• Advise management and employees on company policies and procedures related to employee relations.
• Ensure compliance with South African labor laws and regulations in all ER activities.
• Develop and deliver training programs on topics such as conflict resolution and workplace conduct.
• Conduct workplace investigations in a fair, thorough, and confidential manner.
• Promote a positive employee relations climate and foster open communication channels.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Law, Psychology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in employee relations, labor law, or HR management.
• In-depth knowledge of South African labor legislation and dispute resolution processes.
• Strong investigative, mediation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Support for continuous professional development and training.
• A structured hybrid work environment in Upington .
• Opportunity to shape positive workplace culture.