HR Manager

Network Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Recruitment is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to own the HR function across the group in South Africa.

This senior standalone role partners with leadership to drive employee engagement, compliance, performance, and organisational growth in a dynamic fuel logistics environment.

You will lead talent acquisition, payroll, policy development, and labour relations across the business and its subsidiaries; a 10+ year HR track record and relevant degree are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in HRM or related field required.
• Honours degree advantageous.
• Additional qualifications in Labour Law, Payroll, BBBEE advantageous.
• Minimum 10 years practical HR experience.
• Proven experience managing a standalone HR function.
• Strong payroll experience (VIP/Sage advantageous).

Responsibilities

• Talent Acquisition & Onboarding: Manage full recruitment lifecycle from sourcing to placement; draft job specs; oversee pipelines; coordinate onboarding.
• Performance Management & Employee Development: Drive performance reviews; coordinate training; manage WSP/ATR submissions; support succession planning.
• Employee Relations & Labour Compliance: Manage disciplinary hearings, grievances, investigations; ensure compliance with labour legislation; engage in conflict resolution.
• Payroll & HR Administration: Oversee monthly payroll processing; manage leave, contracts, records; liaison with finance for payroll reconciliations and compliance.
• HR Policies, Compliance & Organisational Culture: Develop policies; drive EE and BBBEE initiatives; ensure HR compliance; foster high-performing culture.

Skills

HR generalist

Leadership

Employee engagement

Compliance

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management

Honours Degree

Additional qualifications in Labour Law, Payroll or BBBEE

Tools

VIP/Sage payroll

Job description

A well-established and expanding group within the fuel logistics and commercial refuelling industry is looking for an experienced and hands-on Human Resources Manager to take ownership of the HR function across the business and its subsidiaries.

This is a senior standalone HR role ideal for a strong HR generalist who enjoys operating in a dynamic environment and partnering closely with leadership to drive employee engagement, compliance, performance, and organisational growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from sourcing to placement Draft job specifications and oversee recruitment pipelines Conduct interviews and coordinate assessments Facilitate onboarding and induction processes

Performance Management & Employee Development

Drive and manage performance review processes Coordinate training, development, and upskilling initiatives Manage Workplace Skills Plan (WSP) and Annual Training Report (ATR) submissions Support succession planning and employee growth strategies

Employee Relations & Labour Compliance

Manage disciplinary hearings, grievances, and investigations Ensure compliance with South African labour legislation Facilitate conflict resolution and employee engagement initiatives Maintain accurate employee and disciplinary records

Payroll & HR Administration

Oversee monthly payroll processing and payroll administration Manage leave administration, contracts, employee records, and HR reporting Liaise with finance regarding payroll reconciliations and statutory compliance

HR Policies, Compliance & Organisational Culture

Develop and maintain HR policies and procedures Drive Employment Equity and BBBEE initiatives Ensure HR compliance across the group Play a key role in building a positive and high-performing company culture

Job Experience and Skills Required:

• Bachelors Degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, or a related field
• Honours Degree advantageous
• Additional qualifications in Labour Law, Payroll, or BBBEE advantageous
• Minimum 10 years practical HR experience
• Proven experience managing a standalone HR function
• Strong payroll experience (VIP/Sage advantageous)
• Experience with WSP/ATR submissions and SETA engagement
• Sound knowledge of BCEA, LRA, EEA, SDA, and related legislation