Head of People & Culture (HR Leadership Transformation Culture Engagement)– South Africa

CA Global Headhunters; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading player in the mining sector is seeking a Head of People & Culture in Cape Town. This senior management role involves leading HR strategies, driving cultural transformation, and overseeing talent management. Ideal candidates have 10 years of HR experience with 5 in a senior role, strong leadership skills, and a focus on diversity initiatives. An attractive compensation package is offered for the right candidate.

Benefits

Competitive senior-level package

Opportunity to influence people strategy and culture

Qualifications

• 10 years of progressive HR leadership experience, 5 years in a senior role.
• Proven experience managing diverse multi-functional HR teams.
• Strong ER / IR background in mining or heavy industries.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement People & Culture strategy aligned with business goals.
• Lead a team of HR specialists in Talent Acquisition, L&D, Employee Relations.
• Champion diversity and inclusion programmes.

Skills

HR leadership experience

Stakeholder management

Cultural change

Diversity and inclusion

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Master’s degree

Professional HR certification

Job description

Reference Number : 015-0810NM

Overview

Our client a leading player in the mining and resources sector is seeking an experienced Head of People & Culture to lead and execute the organisation’s human capital culture and transformation strategy across multiple operations. This is a senior management position responsible for driving strategic alignment between business priorities, workforce planning and cultural transformation in a complex high-performance environment.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in developing an integrated People & Culture framework overseeing HR operations, talent management, learning and development, employee relations and diversity initiatives while fostering strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the People & Culture strategy aligned with the organisation’s vision, business goals and transformation agenda.
• Lead a team of HR specialists across Talent Acquisition, L&D, Employee Relations and HR Operations.
• Drive organisational culture and transformation initiatives ensuring alignment with company values and sustainability commitments.
• Partner with executive management to shape workforce strategies that enhance engagement, retention and performance.
• Oversee the implementation of HR frameworks and policies to ensure compliance and operational excellence.
• Provide strategic leadership on employee relations, change management and labour relations in unionised environments.
• Guide succession planning, leadership development and talent pipeline initiatives.
• Champion diversity, equity and inclusion programmes, embedding transformation and community objectives.
• Manage external stakeholder relationships including clients, government bodies and community partners.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on organisational design, workforce planning and cultural alignment.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Business Administration or related field (Master’s degree advantageous).
• Professional HR certification (SABPP / CIPD / SHRM) highly desirable.
• 10 years of progressive HR leadership experience including at least 5 years in a senior management or executive role.
• Proven experience managing diverse multi-functional HR teams.
• Strong ER / IR background and experience in mining, engineering or heavy industry sectors.
• Demonstrated success in implementing transformation, workforce development and engagement strategies.
• Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to drive cultural change and organisational effectiveness.

Benefits and Contractual Information

• Permanent position
• Competitive senior-level package
• Opportunity to influence people strategy and culture within a leading organisation

If you wish to apply for the position please send your CV to [email address placeholder].

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Contacts

Nthabeleng Mohlala

Executive Talent Consultant

CA Mining

CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks please consider your application unsuccessful; however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

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Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1