Hr And Payroll Manager

Humankind Group; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 720,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Humankind Group is seeking an experienced Group HR Manager to own the full HR function across a national footprint. You will oversee payroll, employment contracts and policies while partnering with the CFO on workforce planning and budgeting.

The role requires a hands-on leader with at least 6 years at HR Manager level, strong knowledge of SA labour law and experience across multiple sites. Centurion-based, permanent role within the telecommunications and infrastructure sector.

Qualifications

• Completed HR Diploma or Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology or a related field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience at HR Manager level.
• Experience managing a workforce across multiple sites.
• Strong hands-on experience with SAGE VIP Payroll / SAGE HR or a comparable payroll environment.
• Solid knowledge of South African labour legislation (LRA, BCEA, EE Act).

Responsibilities

• Lead the full HR function across the group and provide strategic and operational guidance.
• Partner with CFO on workforce planning, budgeting and people-related objectives.
• Oversee payroll inputs, EMP501, PAYE, UIF, COIDA and related submissions.
• Manage HR policies, contracts and Employee Handbook; maintain consistency across sites.
• Represent the organisation at CCMA and other labour forums as required.
• Coordinate EE planning and WSP/ATR submissions with SETA.

Skills

HR management

Payroll administration

Employee relations

Labour law knowledge

Strategic workforce planning

Education

HR Diploma or Degree

Tools

SAGE VIP Payroll

Job description

Location: Centurion, Gauteng

Industry: Telecommunications & Infrastructure

Employment Type: Permanent

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Are you an experienced HR Manager ready to take ownership of a well-established, national HR function?

Our client is a growing telecommunications and infrastructure group operating across two specialised divisions: a leading Internet Service Provider (ISP) and a national Spare Parts Management operation supporting critical network infrastructure. With approximately 180 employees across South Africa , including a Head Office and technical laboratories in Centurion and warehouses across major regional centres, they are looking for a hands-on Group HR Manager to join their leadership team.

Reporting directly to the CFO , this is an opportunity for an experienced HR professional to take ownership of the full HR function within a mature organisation with established systems, policies and processes already in place.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the full HR function across the group and provide strategic and operational HR guidance to management. Partner with the CFO on workforce planning, budgeting and people-related business objectives. Manage and maintain HR policies, procedures, employment contracts and the Employee Handbook . Take ownership of the SAGE HR / VIP Payroll environment, including payroll inputs, amendments, reconciliations and statutory requirements. Oversee EMP501, PAYE, UIF, COIDA and other relevant statutory submissions. Manage employee relations matters, including disciplinary hearings, grievances, misconduct, incapacity and performance-related processes . Represent the organisation at the CCMA and other labour forums when required. Manage the company's Employment Equity Plan and annual EE reporting . Coordinate and submit WSP/ATR requirements in conjunction with the relevant SETA. Manage end-to-end recruitment, onboarding and talent management across technical, professional and operational teams. Provide HR reporting, analytics and insights to support management decision-making. Ensure consistent HR practices and employee engagement across the company's geographically dispersed workforce. Provide guidance to management and employees on South African labour legislation and HR best practice.

Minimum Requirements

Completed HR Diploma or Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology or a related field. Minimum 6 years' experience at HR Manager level . Experience managing a workforce of approximately + employees , preferably across multiple sites. Strong, hands-on experience with SAGE VIP Payroll / SAGE HR or a comparable payroll environment. Proven experience with payroll reconciliations and EMP501 submissions . Strong practical knowledge of LRA, BCEA, EEA and