Hr And Payroll Officer

Lz Travel; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading travel company is seeking a proactive HR Officer in South Africa. The role includes maintaining compliance with labour legislation, managing HR operations, and assisting with payroll submissions. Candidates should have a diploma in HR, 2–4 years of HR experience, and strong knowledge of local laws. This full-time position supports both local and remote offices.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years HR experience in South Africa.
• Experience with payroll systems and HR software.
• Ability to support remote offices effectively.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update employee files in compliance with legislation.
• Prepare and verify monthly payroll inputs.
• Advise managers on disciplinary and grievance procedures.
• Assist with performance appraisal processes.

Skills

Strong knowledge of South African labour legislation and HR best practices

Excellent communication skills

Confidentiality

Administrative skills

Ability to manage tasks independently

Education

Diploma or Degree in Human Resources Management or related field

Tools

Sage Payroll Professional

Job description

Position Overview

Luzuko Group is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented HR Officer to support the HR function across our group of companies. The HR Officer will be responsible for maintaining compliance with South African labour legislation, managing day-to-day HR operations, and assisting with payroll submissions. This role also involves reviewing and implementing HR procedures, maintaining accurate employee records, and providing remote HR support to our Cape Town and other offices.

Key Responsibilities

Human Resources Administration

• Maintain and update employee files (digital and physical) in compliance with the BCEA and POPIA.
• Draft and issue employment contracts, confirmation letters, disciplinary notices, and other HR-related documentation.
• Oversee employee onboarding and offboarding, ensuring that company policies and procedures are explained and acknowledged.
• Maintain leave records and assist with leave approvals via the company's HR or payroll system.
• Coordinate staff medical aid, provident fund, and other benefits where applicable.

HR Compliance and Policy Management

• Ensure company policies and practices align with South African labour laws (BCEA, Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, and Occupational Health and Safety Act).
• Support Employment Equity planning and reporting requirements.
• Conduct regular reviews of HR procedures, recommending improvements for compliance and efficiency.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes to legislation and advise management accordingly.

Payroll Support

• Prepare and verify monthly payroll inputs (new joiners, terminations, leave, overtime, deductions, etc.).
• Assist in payroll submissions to the accounts department.
• Reconcile payroll reports and ensure accuracy of employee information.
• Handle payroll-related queries from staff.

Employee Relations & Discipline

• Advise managers and employees on disciplinary and grievance procedures.
• Prepare documentation for disciplinary hearings and ensure proper adherence to company and legal procedures.
• Maintain a fair and consistent application of the company's Disciplinary Code.
• Support management in conflict resolution and employee counselling.

Performance & Development

• Assist with performance appraisal processes and maintain appraisal records.
• Support training and development initiatives across departments.
• Track probation reviews and issue confirmation or termination notices accordingly.

Skills & Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Human Resources Management or related field.
• 2–4 years HR experience in South Africa.
• Strong knowledge of South African labour legislation and HR best practices.
• Experience with payroll systems (e.g., Sage Payroll Professional) and HR software.
• Excellent communication, confidentiality, and administrative skills.
• Ability to manage tasks independently and support remote offices effectively.

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : R