HR Manager

Overview

Want to join a frontrunner in renewable energy that is actively seeking early entry into new markets globally? Since the establishment in 2007, Scatec has acquired extensive knowledge and experience in developing, building and operating solar, wind and hydro power plants and storage solutions. Driven by our company values and competent global workforce, we aim to deliver competitive and sustainable renewable energy globally; protect our environment and improve quality of life through innovative integration of technology; and create shareholder value. We are present on four continents and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway.

Main purpose of position

Currently we are looking for an HR Manager in Cape Town, South Africa to be part of our global team working together towards our vision – Improving our future. As our HR Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the implementation of an employee-oriented, high-performance culture and work environment that emphasizes empowerment, equality, productivity, and alignment towards the implementation of global strategies and local priorities. The role will also entail Project Management responsibilities as you execute and manage HR-related projects that improve or expand HR functions within the organization. You will be responsible for overseeing initiatives that impact employee experience, compliance, recruitment, and training. You will collaborate with the HR team to ensure projects are aligned with organizational goals and operate efficiently.

Within the defined scope (site, function, country, etc.), the HR Manager will contribute in all areas of HR and HR Project Management and play a key role to ensure quality and efficiency.

Main responsibilities

HR Business Partnering

• Aligning HR strategies, policies, and programs with the overall business strategy and objectives
• Working directly with business leaders and managers to understand their needs and challenges, then providing tailored HR solutions
• Developing and implementing talent management strategies to ensure the organization has the right skills and capabilities
• Supporting organizational change initiatives by communicating effectively with employees and helping them navigate transitions
• Analyzing HR data and metrics to identify trends, measure the effectiveness of HR programs, and provide insights for decision-making

Project Management

• Defining project scope, goals, and deliverables; creating detailed plans, timelines, and budgets; and ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget
• Leading and coordinating project team members, including HR professionals and external vendors
• Progress Monitoring & Issue Resolution: Monitoring project progress, identifying and resolving issues, and ensuring deliverables meet quality standards
• Communicating project status to stakeholders and senior management; developing and maintaining project documentation
• Knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and best practices to project planning and execution
• Compliance: Ensuring projects comply with relevant legal and regulatory requirements
• Talent Acquisition and Onboarding: Ensure timely recruitment and onboarding of required level and quality of new hires
• Provide appropriate support and regulatory compliance for relocations and work permitting matters
• Performance Development, Training and Development: Contribute to building a global and holistic performance and competence-driven culture in the region
• Collaborate with line managers and global HR towards competency building, mapping, and succession planning
• Compensation and Benefits: Ensure implementation and development of compensation and benefits in the region based on corporate guidelines and within the thinking of total rewards
• Employee Relations: Contribute to a fair and motivational working environment also by taking preventive action and initiative
• Managing absences, leave, sickness, and grievances
• Guide and assist managers in disciplinary cases
• Employee Wellness: Manage the implementation of employee wellness initiatives
• Research and recommend employee wellness initiatives for retention purposes
• Track, monitor, and report on employee wellness initiatives within the organization

Qualifications and competencies:

• Honour’s degree in Human Resources with HR Module(s)
• Proven experience (10+ years) in Human Resources, preferably in a fast-paced corporate environment/matrix organization
• Extensive exposure to working on HR Projects
• Worked Internationally – preferred
• IT Knowledge – familiar with e.g. SharePoint and MS Exchange
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work under pressure and on own initiative
• Organized and methodical – structured approach

Personal characteristics

It is part of every employee’s terms of reference to contribute to Scatec's vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are:

• Predictable: demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way
• Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritize and work independently
• Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiatives and adjust
• Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude

We Offer

Scatec is an exciting, innovative, and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse, and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference.

Scatec is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence, and business need.

Applications will be processed on a continuous basis.