HR Manager - Office Automation

Career Recruit; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment company in Johannesburg seeks an HR Manager to lead and coordinate HR functions across multiple branches. You will ensure compliance, oversee onboarding, and drive training initiatives. Ideal candidates have a degree in HR, significant experience, and understanding of South African labour laws. Proficiency with HR software like SAP or Sage is preferred. This role offers a salary between R 40,000.00 - 45,000.00 and provides opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Psychology, or a related field is typically required.
• Postgraduate Diploma or Masters Degree in HR Management or Industrial Relations is a strong advantage.
• 58 years of HR experience, ideally with time spent in a supervisory or managerial role.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all HR and IR functions across the group.
• Ensure compliance and alignment across branches and franchises.
• Drive a culture of continuous learning through training initiatives.

Skills

Excellent communication

Leadership

Problem-solving skills

Understanding of South African labour laws

Education

Bachelors Degree in Human Resources or related field

Postgraduate Diploma or Masters Degree in HR Management

Professional Certifications (SABPP, CIPD)

Tools

SAP HR

Sage HR

Job description

R 40,000.00 - 45,000.00 (South African Rand)

About the job HR Manager - Office Automation

Core responsibility is to lead and coordinate all HR and IR functions across the group ensuring every branch and franchise is aligned, compliant, well-supported, and energized. This includes full oversight of onboarding, performance, discipline, compensation, digital presence, and internal structure, while driving a culture of continuous learning through consistent, high-impact training and development initiatives across all sites.

• Strategic HR & IR Leadership Across the Network
• Talent Acquisition, Job Profiling & Onboarding
• KPI Management, Performance & Compensation
• Industrial Relations, Discipline & CCMA Representation
• Policy, Governance & Compliance
• HR Operations, Assets & Exit Processes
• Communication, Culture & Digital Presence

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Psychology, or a related field is typically required
• Postgraduate Diploma or Masters Degree in HR Management or Industrial Relations is a strong advantage
• Professional Certifications like SABPP (South African Board for People Practices) or CIPD (Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development) add credibility and depth

Work Experience

• 58 years of HR experience, ideally with time spent in a supervisory or managerial role
• Exposure to recruitment, employee relations, training, compliance, and HR systems
• Experience in the ICT or automation sector is a bonus, as it helps navigate tech-driven environments
• Strong understanding of South African labour laws (e.g. BCEA, LRA, EE Act)
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage confidential information with integrity
• Comfortable using HR software and digital tools like SAP HR or Sage HR

Professional Development

• Ongoing learning through workshops, HR forums, and industry events
• Staying current with HR trends, legal updates, and tech innovations
• Active participation in HR networks to stay connected and informed

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