HR Generalist - Recruitment & Onboarding Focus

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

provident fund

Hybrid work model

Professional growth

Job summary

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth is seeking a proactive HR Generalist to support recruitment and onboarding in a hybrid setup. You will manage end-to-end recruitment, onboarding new hires, maintain HRIS data, and assist with HR admin while ensuring compliance with SA labor laws.

This hands-on role offers exposure to workforce planning and employee experience in a growing manufacturing environment. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field and at least 3 years in generalist

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years in a generalist HR role with focus on recruitment.
• Familiarity with South African labour laws and HR best practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage full recruitment cycle and onboarding.
• Develop sourcing strategies for diverse candidate pools.
• Screen resumes, conduct interviews, and coordinate with hiring managers.

Skills

Recruitment

Onboarding

HRIS

Labor laws

MS Office

Communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business Admin

Tools

HRIS systems

Job description

About the Role Our client, a dynamic manufacturing company, is looking for a proactive HR Generalist to support their operations in Port Elizabeth. This role will focus heavily on recruitment and onboarding, ensuring the company attracts and integrates skilled individuals efficiently. The HR Generalist will be instrumental in managing the end-to-end recruitment process, from identifying talent needs to successfully onboarding new hires. This position offers a fantastic opportunity for a hands‑on HR professional to contribute to workforce planning and employee experience within a growing industry in Eastern Cape. The hybrid work model provides flexibility while maintaining essential face‑to‑face interaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment cycle for various positions, ensuring timely and effective hiring.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies to attract a diverse pool of qualified candidates.
• Screen resumes, conduct interviews, and coordinate with hiring managers for candidate selection.
• Facilitate and enhance the onboarding process for new employees, ensuring a smooth transition.
• Maintain the HRIS with accurate candidate and employee data.
• Assist with general HR administration tasks, including employee records, policy enforcement, and HR reporting.
• Support employee engagement initiatives and contribute to a positive workplace culture.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and company HR policies.
• Assist with performance management processes and training coordination.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a generalist HR role, with a strong emphasis on recruitment.
• Proven experience in full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Familiarity with South African labor laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and HRIS systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in the manufacturing sector is a plus, particularly in Port Elizabeth.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, medical aid, provident fund, and opportunities for professional growth within a stable organization. Employees will experience a collaborative team environment and gain valuable experience in recruitment and HR operations in Port Elizabeth. The hybrid arrangement supports a healthy work-life balance.