HR Manager (Generalist) (Pathology / Laboratory / Medical)

Isilumko Staffing; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pathology diagnostic sector is in search of an HR Manager for their Johannesburg team. This role requires an adaptable, influential individual with a strong background in human resources, crisis management, and the ability to maintain confidentiality while driving organizational change. Candidates with extensive experience will thrive in this position, contributing to HR strategies and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• No less than 2 years' experience in HR supervisory/management.
• 5 years HR experience required.
• Proficient in MS Office and HR related systems.

Responsibilities

• Draft and implement HR strategy.
• Drive team performance and stakeholder engagement.
• Handle IR, disciplinary procedures and grievances.

Skills

Conflict management

Project management

Analytical

Change management

Interpersonal

Leadership

Planning

Organised

Visionary

Admin

Education

Matric

Tools

MS Office

HR related systems

Job description

A leader in the pathology diagnostic sector is seeking an experienced, resilient, ethical and results driven HR Manager to join their JHB team. The ideal candidate would need to have a track record of being a strong influencer, adaptable, cope with unrealistic expectations, conflict / crisis management, maintaining confidentiality.

Key experience and qualifications :

• Matric
• No less than 2 years' holding a HR Supervisory / Manager title
• No less than 5 years' HR experience
• Proficient with MS Office and HR related systems
• Great track record as reference checks will be conducted upfront x 2
• Conflict management
• Project management
• Analytical
• Strategic
• Influencer
• Change management
• Ethical
• Interpersonal
• Leadership
• Planning
• Organised
• Visionary
• Admin

Key performance areas :

• HR strategy drafting and implementation
• Drive own team to perform up to standard
• Stakeholder engagement - HOD's, Senior Managers, Agencies, Pathologists, Laboratories, Senior HR
• Consult with OD Manager - OD / change management - Training for staff, upskilling, job grading
• IR - Disciplinaries, grievances, represent company at CCMA
• Act as Trusted Advisor
• Work on HR projects - ensure company stays abreast of market and competitor trends
• Employee wellness
• Assessment coordination - recruitment and development
• Leave management
• Cost analysis - HR unit
• Reviewing and amending policies and procedures