HR Manager

Smith Garb and Associates CC; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company is looking for an experienced HR Manager to oversee the HR function across multiple branches in a dynamic environment. The successful candidate will have a strong background in operational HR management, including payroll processing and recruitment. A Human Resources qualification is essential, along with proven HR experience in a manufacturing setting. Excellent communication skills and the ability to handle sensitive issues are crucial for this hands-on role.

Qualifications

• Experience in operational HR within a manufacturing environment is essential.
• Payroll processing experience is a must.
• Need to understand HR best practices and employment law.

Responsibilities

• Manage operational HR across all branches.
• Handle payroll and salaries processing.
• Lead recruitment and onboarding processes.

Skills

Proven HR Management experience

Strong understanding of labour legislation

Payroll processing experience

Fluency in English and Afrikaans

Education

Human Resources qualification

Job description

HR MANAGER (HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER)

Manufacturing | Import & Distribution | National Footprint

An established, owner-managed business operating in manufacturing, import, and distribution, with 10 branches nationally, is seeking an experienced HR Manager to take full ownership of the day-to-day Human Resources function.
This is a hands-on, operational HR role suited to someone confident managing HR across multiple branches in a fast-paced, blue-collar environment. The company enjoys very low staff turnover and values loyalty, accountability, and discretion.

Key Responsibilities

• Full operational HR management across all branches
• Payroll & salaries processing, including third-party transactions
• Managing branch HR matters and employee relations issues
• Handling restraints of trade, moonlighting cases, theft investigations, and social media-related misconduct
• Overseeing Employment Equity and BEE compliance
• Recruitment and onboarding of staff nationally
• Drafting and managing contracts, policies, and HR documentation
• Day-to-day HR guidance and support to management
• Liaison with outsourced Industrial Relations providers (IR matters handled externally)

Minimum Requirements

• Proven HR Management experience within a manufacturing environment (essential)
• Solid experience in operational HR, not advisory-only
• Payroll processing experience is essential
• Human Resources qualification (essential)
• Fully conversant in English and Afrikaans (highly advantageous)
• Strong understanding of labour legislation and HR best practice
• Ability to work independently in an owner-managed business
• Immediately available candidates preferred

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Practical, firm, and fair HR professional
• Comfortable dealing with sensitive and disciplinary matters
• Trusted, discreet, and resilient
• Strong communicator across all levels of staff
• Hands-on, structured, and detail-oriented