HR Officer

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company medical aid

Provident fund contributions

Career progression opportunities

Supportive work environment in the NIr

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is hiring an HR Officer in Upington to support recruitment, onboarding, and HR administration. The role focuses on maintaining accurate employee records and assisting with payroll queries, while ensuring compliance with SA labor laws.

The ideal candidate will be proactive, organized, and detail-oriented, with strong communication skills and a solid understanding of HR practices to enhance the employee experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Human Resources Management or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in an HR support or administrative role.
• Familiarity with South African labor laws and HR best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic knowledge of HRIS.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the recruitment process, including posting jobs, screening resumes, and scheduling interviews.
• Manage the onboarding process for new employees, ensuring all documentation is completed.
• Maintain accurate employee records and update the HR Information System (HRIS).
• Provide administrative support to the HR team, including preparing correspondence and reports.
• Assist with the administration of employee benefits and payroll queries.
• Ensure compliance with company HR policies and relevant South African labor legislation.

Education

Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Human Resources Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

HRIS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and organized HR Officer to join their team in Upington. This role is responsible for supporting the HR department in various functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employee records management, and HR administration. You will ensure that HR processes are executed efficiently and in compliance with company policies and South African labor laws. The ideal candidate will possess a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a desire to contribute to a positive employee experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the recruitment process, including posting jobs, screening resumes, and scheduling interviews.
• Manage the onboarding process for new employees, ensuring all documentation is completed.
• Maintain accurate employee records and update the HR Information System (HRIS).
• Provide administrative support to the HR team, including preparing correspondence and reports.
• Assist with the administration of employee benefits and payroll queries.
• Ensure compliance with company HR policies and relevant South African labor legislation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Human Resources Management or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in an HR support or administrative role.
• Familiarity with South African labor laws and HR best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic knowledge of HRIS.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Company medical aid and provident fund contributions.
• Opportunities for further training and career progression within HR.
• A supportive work environment in the Northern Cape region.
• Gain valuable experience in a comprehensive HR role.