HR Officer

Talent Connected Staffing Solutions; Durban; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Connected Staffing Solutions, Springfield, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking an experienced Human Resources Officer to manage day-to-day HR in a busy operational environment.

You will handle recruitment, onboarding, HR administration, disciplinary processes and labour compliance, partnering with management and employees. The role requires a diploma/degree in HR and SA labour law knowledge; site-based travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Matric / Grade 12.
• Diploma or degree in HR-related field.
• Approx. 3–5 years’ experience as HR Officer or Generalist.
• Solid knowledge of SA labour legislation and ER procedures.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment, including advertising, screening, interviews and references.
• Prepare employment contracts, offer letters, and appointment documents.
• Coordinate onboarding and induction programs.
• Guide on HR policies, procedures and labour legislation.
• Assist with disciplinary matters, grievances and investigations.
• Maintain accurate HR files and databases.
• Liaise with payroll on appointments, terminations and salary changes.
• Support site-based employees’ HR administration and training records.

Skills

Recruitment coordination

Onboarding

HR policies

Labour legislation knowledge

Employee relations

Disciplinary & grievances handling

Performance management

Payroll liaison

Confidential information handling

Education

Diploma or Degree in HR Management / Industrial Psychology / Labour Relations

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Human Resources Officer Springfield, Durban

Talent Connected Staffing Solutions is recruiting on behalf of an established client within the construction, engineering and manufacturing sectors for an experienced Human Resources Officer.

This permanent position suits a proactive, organised HR professional who can independently manage day-to-day HR responsibilities and support management and employees in a busy operational environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate recruitment, including vacancy advertising, application screening, interviews and reference checks.
• Prepare employment contracts, offer letters and appointment documentation.
• Coordinate employee onboarding and induction programmes.
• Provide guidance on HR policies, procedures and labour legislation.
• Assist with disciplinary matters, grievances, workplace investigations and performance-related concerns.
• Coordinate disciplinary hearings and prepare supporting documentation.
• Support preparation for CCMA matters when required.
• Maintain accurate employee files, HR databases and confidential records.
• Administer leave, attendance and absenteeism records.
• Monitor employment contract expiry dates, probation periods and performance review deadlines.
• Coordinate performance reviews and support employee development and engagement initiatives.
• Assist with Employment Equity administration and reporting, and support WSP and ATR processes.
• Maintain HR compliance records and assist with audits and statutory reporting.
• Liaise with payroll regarding appointments, terminations, attendance, overtime and salary changes.
• Support HR administration for site-based employees, including training, certification and medical fitness records where required.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric / Grade 12.
• Diploma or Degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, Labour Relations or a related field.
• Approximately 35 years practical experience as an HR Officer, HR Generalist or in a similar position preferred.
• Sound knowledge and practical application of South African labour legislation.
• Experience handling employee relations, disciplinary and grievance procedures.
• Experience in recruitment, onboarding and HR administration.
• Understanding of performance management and employee development.
• Knowledge of Employment Equity and Skills Development requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle confidential information professionally.

Advantageous Experience and Qualifications:

• HR experience within construction, engineering, manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Experience supporting site-based employees and operational teams.
• Experience supporting CCMA processes and working with bargaining council agreements.
• Experience with Employment Equity reporting, WSP and ATR submissions.
• Familiarity with HR information and time-and-attendance systems.
• SABPP registration or membership.
• Valid drivers licence and willingness to travel to operational sites when required.

Position Details:

Location: Springfield, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.
Employment type: Permanent.
Salary: Market-related, negotiable according to experience and qualifications.