HR & Payroll Administrative Manager

Helderberg Personnel CC; Tzaneen; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fruit exporter based in Hoedspruit is seeking an experienced HR and Payroll Administrative Manager. The successful candidate will coordinate payroll for pickers and supervise payroll staff to ensure accuracy. Key requirements include Grade 12 and 5-7 years of HR and payroll experience, preferably in agriculture. Familiarity with Donkerhoek and VIP payroll systems is essential. This position involves timely reporting to the Financial Department and managing compliance across payroll activities.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 is essential.
• 5 - 7 years’ experience in HR and payroll administration is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee pickers’ payroll and employment administration.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting to the Financial Department.
• Supervise a small team of Payroll Administrators.

Skills

Computer literacy: MS Office – Advanced Excel

Strong understanding of BCEA, payroll processes

Experience supervising payroll staff

Education

Grade 12

Tools

Donkerhoek payroll system

VIP payroll system

Job description

Hoedspruit – My client, an established fruit exporter with an office based in Hoedspruit is seeking to employ an HR and Payroll Administrative Manager to join their team.

The successful candidate will have Grade 12 (essential) and 5 - 7 years’ experience in HR and Payroll administration (preferably in the agricultural sector).

The suitable candidate is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the pickers’ payroll and employment administration. This role ensures accurate and timely reporting to the Financial Department and supervises a small team of Payroll Administrators to guarantee accuracy and compliance across all payroll activities.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (essential)
• 5 - 7 years’ experience in HR and payroll administration (preferably in the agricultural sector)

Knowledge and Experience

• Donkerhoek payroll system
• VIP payroll system
• Computer literacy: MS Office – Advanced Excel
• Strong understanding of BCEA, payroll processes, statutory deductions, and reconciliations
• Experience with contractor and temporary employee payrolls
• Previous experience supervising payroll staff