HR Business Partner - Manufacturing

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid model

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an HR Business Partner for a leading manufacturing entity in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. The role partners with operational leadership to drive people strategies across talent management, employee relations, performance, and workforce planning in a fast-paced production environment.

You will lead recruitment for operations and technical roles, ensure compliance with SA labor laws, and manage compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in HR, with at least 3 years as an HR Business Partner, preferably within the manufacturing sector.
• Proven experience in employee relations, talent management, and performance management.
• Knowledge of South African labor law and industrial relations.

Responsibilities

• Partner with operational leadership to align HR initiatives with manufacturing goals.
• Provide guidance on employee relations, performance management, and disciplinary processes.
• Lead talent acquisition and retention strategies for operational and technical roles.
• Develop and implement workforce planning and succession planning programs.
• Manage compensation and benefits administration within the manufacturing sites.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and safety regulations in a manufacturing context.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives and foster a positive work culture.
• Support change management processes and organizational development efforts.
• Analyze HR data to provide insights and recommendations for operational improvements.
• Collaborate with the central HR team to ensure consistent application of HR policies.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Influencing

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

MS Office

Education

HR/Industrial Psychology degree

Tools

HRIS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading manufacturing entity with operations in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga , is seeking a dynamic and results-oriented HR Business Partner. This role will serve as a key strategic partner to operational leadership, driving people strategies that support the unique demands of the manufacturing environment. The HRBP will be responsible for talent management, employee relations, performance management, and workforce planning, ensuring alignment with business objectives. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact within a well-established industrial organization located in Nelspruit , offering a balanced hybrid work model.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with operational leadership to align HR initiatives with manufacturing goals.
• Provide guidance and support on employee relations, performance management, and disciplinary processes.
• Lead talent acquisition and retention strategies for operational and technical roles.
• Develop and implement effective workforce planning and succession planning programs.
• Manage compensation and benefits administration within the manufacturing sites.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant labor laws and safety regulations in the manufacturing context.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives and foster a positive work culture.
• Support change management processes and organizational development efforts.
• Analyze HR data to provide insights and recommendations for operational improvements.
• Collaborate with the central HR team to ensure consistent application of HR policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in HR, with at least 3 years as an HR Business Partner, preferably within the manufacturing sector.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and the associated HR challenges.
• Proven experience in employee relations, talent management, and performance management.
• Knowledge of South African labor law and industrial relations.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS and standard office software.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel occasionally to different sites within the region.

Benefits

• competitive salary
• comprehensive medical aid
• generous provident fund
• opportunities for professional development, including industry-specific training.
• hybrid model, balancing office-based collaboration with remote flexibility.

Join a dedicated team committed to operational excellence and employee well-being.