HR Coordinator - Hybrid

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development

Paid annual leave

Team building events

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, seeks an organized HR Coordinator to support day-to-day HR administration in a hybrid role. You will assist recruitment, onboarding, record-keeping, and benefit administration while ensuring compliance and confidentiality.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in HR support, a relevant degree, strong MS Office skills, and a proactive, detail‑oriented mindset. This role offers growth, a collaborative team, and exposure to SA labour laws in a reputable

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Diploma in HR, BA Admin, or related field.
• 1–3 years in HR support/administration/coordination.
• Familiarity with South African labour laws essential.
• Excellent communication and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist recruitment: post ads, screen resumes, schedule interviews.
• Coordinate onboarding and ensure paperwork completed.
• Maintain accurate electronic and physical employee records.
• Support benefits administration and leave requests.
• Assist HR training programs and development initiatives.
• Respond to basic HR policy queries.
• Ensure compliance with SA labor legislation.
• Prepare HR documentation and correspondence.
• Support the team with admin tasks and projects.
• Contribute to a positive work environment.

Skills

HR coordination

Attention to detail

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

Discretion with sensitive info

Team collaboration

HRIS experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or Diploma in HR/BA Admin

Tools

MS Office

HRIS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-established manufacturing company, is seeking an organized and proactive HR Coordinator to support their Human Resources department in **Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape**. This role involves a hybrid work arrangement, offering a blend of remote flexibility and on-site presence. You will play a vital role in assisting with the day-to‑day administration of HR functions, including recruitment support, employee onboarding, record management, and ensuring compliance. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with foundational HR experience looking to grow their career in a structured environment. Your meticulous approach and strong organizational skills will be key to your success in this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the recruitment process, including posting job ads, screening resumes, and scheduling interviews.
• Coordinate the onboarding of new employees, ensuring all necessary paperwork is completed.
• Maintain employee records, both electronic and physical, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Support the administration of employee benefits and leave requests.
• Assist in coordinating HR training programs and employee development initiatives.
• Respond to basic employee queries regarding HR policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with South African labor legislation.
• Prepare HR documentation and correspondence.
• Support the HR team with various administrative tasks and projects.
• Contribute to maintaining a positive and productive work environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in an HR support role, HR administration, or HR coordination.
• Familiarity with South African labor laws is essential.
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Proactive and eager to learn and take on new responsibilities.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Experience with an HRIS system is an advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Hybrid work model for work‑life balance.
• Contribution to medical aid and provident fund.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• A stable and supportive work environment within a reputable company.
• Access to company facilities and resources.
• Paid annual leave.
• Exposure to various HR functions.
• Team‑building events.
• Potential for career advancement within the HR department.