HR Business Partner / HR Manager

Pronel Personnel; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to manage the full HR function. This role involves driving HR governance and compliance while developing people initiatives in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate should possess at least 5 years of HR management experience, especially in manufacturing, and have a Human Resources Degree (NQF 7). Skills in labour relations and strong communication are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 5+ years HR generalist management experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Proven experience in labour relations, including CCMA/MEIBC case handling.
• Strong knowledge of HR legislation and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Drive HR governance and oversee people development initiatives.
• Manage payroll oversight and performance management.
• Develop and implement training plans and strategic HR projects.

Skills

HR governance

Compliance

People Management

Labour Relations

Communication Skills

Conflict Resolution

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

Human Resources Degree (NQF 7)

Postgraduate Qualification

Tools

Sage People 300

Job description

Overview

Our client in the manufacturing sector is seeking a dynamic Human Resources Business Partner to take ownership of the full HR function. This role offers the opportunity to partner closely with management while driving HR governance, compliance, and people development initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

Key Focus Areas

• People Management: Recruitment, payroll oversight, time and attendance, and performance management.
• Labour Relations & Compliance: Ensure compliance with BCEA, LRA, EE, BBBEE, MEIBC Main Agreement; manage disciplinary and grievance procedures; represent company in CCMA/MEIBC cases.
• Learning & Development: Develop and implement training plans, oversee apprenticeship and graduate programmes, manage WSP/SETA submissions, succession planning, and align training to BBBEE targets.
• HR Governance & Strategy: Develop and implement HR policies, maintain HR risk register, support management with strategic HR input, and lead EE planning.
• HR Service Delivery: Provide reports to Exco and Board, manage payroll and HR administration, drive employee well-being initiatives, and spearhead strategic HR projects.

Minimum Requirements

• Human Resources Degree (NQF 7); postgraduate qualification advantageous.
• 5+ years HR generalist management experience (manufacturing sector experience required).
• SABPP membership advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of HR legislation, compliance, EE and BBBEE.
• Proven experience in labour relations, including CCMA/MEIBC case handling.
• Excellent communication skills (English essential, Zulu advantageous).
• Strong business acumen and ability to influence change.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Sage People 300 advantageous).

Key Competencies

• Confident communicator who can engage at all levels.
• Adaptable and solution-driven with proven conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to influence and implement change effectively.

Suitable applications to be emailed to [e-mail]

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be considered