Hr Assistant, Road

Dsv; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in transport and logistics is seeking an HR Assistant to support HR management and enhance organizational effectiveness. The ideal candidate will have a tertiary qualification in Organizational Psychology and proficiency in MS Office. Responsibilities include managing HR activities, facilitating recruitment, and supporting strategic HR projects. The position is located in Gauteng, South Africa, and offers a full-time contract.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Knowledge of HR legislation and policies.
• Ability to manage and administer HR activities.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily HR activities and administration.
• Support HR projects and service delivery.
• Conduct interviews and screening of applications.

Skills

Knowledge of MS Word, Excel & PowerPoint

Understanding of Human Behaviour at Work

Knowledge of evidence-based problem solving

Knowledge of retention strategies

Understanding of behavioral assessments

Education

Tertiary qualification in Organizational Psychology

Completed Matric / Grade 12

Job description

If you are a current DSV employee and interested in a position in another country, please contact your Human Resource representative to discuss the process and requirements of applying. Location: ZAF - Kempton Park, Serengeti Blvd (DSV Park Gauteng)

Job Posting Title: HR Assistant

Road; Time Type: Full Time

SUMMARY

To partner with your HR Management and provide aligned and compliant Human Resources and Organisational Design principles, guidance and services to increase organisational effectiveness.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and participate in daily HR activities and administration.
• Support projects and ensure expected service delivery to the HR team, business, Centres of Excellence and broader HR business (Admin, IR, recruitment, projects etc.).
• Ensure and drive awareness and usage of the HRIS and available reports.
• Proactively identify existing and potential problem areas and trends and advise management to address them.
• Create GAP analysis of skills and progression pipelines, build succession plans and mapping.
• Ensure that all legislative requirements and policies are implemented and adhered to within the business unit.
• Serve in committees within HR and Business structures where needed.
• Ensure effective working relationships with external HR and support pillars.
• Manage and execute HR / Business related projects.
• Support and execute strategic goals and projects of the Business and HR team.
• Onboard and offboard employees.
• Self‑manage and effectively communicate with stakeholders.
• Use initiative on projects.
• Strong focus on recruitment initiatives and targeting scarce skills within the Road entity.
• Compile vacancy adverts and screen applications.
• Conduct interviews, references and verification checks.
• Pro‑active approach to sourcing methodologies and succession planning.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Completed Matric / Grade 12.
• Tertiary qualification in Organizational Psychology (essential).
• Knowledge & proficiency in MS Word, Excel & PowerPoint.
• Understanding of Human Behaviour at Work.
• Knowledge of evidence‑based problem solving.
• Knowledge of retention strategies.
• Understanding of behavioural assessments and competency mapping.

DSV – Global transport and logistics. Working at DSV means playing in a different league. As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth.

We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you. At DSV, performance is in our DNA.

This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world‑class team players, accountability and action.

We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual.

If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward‑thinking company – this is the place to be. Start here.

Strictly fair and non‑discriminatory selection procedures will be followed.

We use affirmative action measures in an endeavour to redress the disadvantages in employment experienced by designated groups.

Where possible, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act and in line with DSV's Employment Equity plans.

DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.