HR Manager - Markman

Headhunters; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company is seeking a HR-Manager for their team in Markman, Port Elizabeth. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of HR experience, a relevant qualification, and strong knowledge of HR processes and labor laws. Responsibilities include drafting job adverts, managing employee records, and coordinating training sessions. This role offers an opportunity to make an impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Matric and relevant HR or Business Administration qualification.
• Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in recruitment and HR administration.
• Strong knowledge of HR processes, labor laws, and recruitment best practices.

Responsibilities

• Draft job adverts and conduct interviews based on job-specific duties.
• Maintain accurate employee files and manage employee data.
• Coordinate training sessions and assist with annual skills development reporting.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Time management

Education

HR or Business Administration qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Job description

Our Client in the Freight and Logistics Industry is seeking to employ a HR-Manager to their team based in Markman, Port Elizabeth.

Requirements

• Matric and relevant HR or Business Administration qualification.
• Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in recruitment and HR administration.
• Strong knowledge of HR processes, labor laws, and recruitment best practices.
• Experience coordinating training, onboarding, and performance reviews.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities, but not limited to:

Recruitment and Onboarding

• Draft job adverts, determine key responsibilities, experience, and requirements.
• Obtain approval for salaries using the grading scale as guidance.
• Update grading scale annually or when required.
• Source applicants and screen CVs to identify suitable candidates.
• Liaise with recruitment agencies when approved.
• Conduct telephonic pre-screening, including discussing salary expectations.
• Schedule and coordinate interviews with relevant panel members.
• Conduct interviews based on job-specific duties and requirements.
• Ensure selection of the most suitable candidate with management approval.
• Complete reference checks for selected candidates.
• Confirm start dates with management.
• Inform unsuccessful applicants via call or email.
• Draft offers of employment, detailing salary, benefits, start date, job title, and working hours.
• Communicate company policies and required employee documentation.
• Obtain signatures and ensure all new employee documentation is complete and distributed.
• Coordinate IT setup and onboarding requirements.
• Assist with training schedules and induction processes.
• Organize stationery and facilitate the induction process, including policy sign-offs and introductions.

Employee Administration

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee files.
• Manage employee data, contracts, and renewals for permanent, fixed-term, and casual employees.
• Track start and end dates of temporary employees and coordinate extensions or terminations.
• Conduct exit interviews and communicate outcomes to management.
• Coordinate employee evaluations (mid-year and year-end) and assist with performance feedback.
• Manage catch-up meetings with new employees and provide feedback to management.

Policy, Compliance, and Equity

• Draft and update company policies and procedures as required.
• Consult with relevant managers when drafting or revising procedures.
• Distribute updated policies to all affected employees and ensure acknowledgment.
• Maintain employment equity and BEE-related data and reporting requirements.
• Support preparation and submission of equity and skills development reports.
• Ensure compliance with labour legislation, internal policies, and disciplinary codes.

Training and Development

• Coordinate internal and external training sessions.
• Maintain training records, attendance registers, and certificates.
• Assist with annual skills development reporting and submissions.
• Support learnership programs and monitor learner attendance and progress.

Meetings and Reporting

• Schedule and facilitate monthly HR meetings.
• Draft and circulate meeting agendas and minutes.
• Follow up on action items from previous meetings.
• Prepare and submit HR-related reports to management.

Disciplinary and Employee Relations

• Conduct investigations and assist with disciplinary processes.
• Liaise with managers and employees regarding disciplinary actions.
• Support in preparing documentation for hearings and CCMA cases.
• Ensure consistency and compliance with disciplinary procedures.

Leave and Payroll Coordination

• Coordinate annual and monthly leave planning.
• Track leave balances and ensure all leave forms are completed and approved.
• Communicate approved leave schedules to managers and payroll.

General HR Support

• Address management and employee queries professionally.
• Maintain strong relationships with all branches and departments.
• Support HR projects and ad hoc tasks as required.

Please note that should you not receive a response within 2 weeks of applying, you may consider your application unsuccessful.