HR Officer

Placements24; East London; On-site; CAD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid & retirement fund

Professional development

On-site work environment

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 in Canada is seeking a versatile HR Officer to support the HR department in East London. The role covers employee relations, recruitment support, HR administration, and ensuring legal compliance to labour laws.

You will collaborate with HR management to implement policies and initiatives that foster a positive, productive work environment. This opportunity suits an ambitious HR professional aiming to gain comprehensive experience within a dynamic manufacturing hub in the region,

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in a generalist HR role.
• Solid understanding of South African labour law and HR best practices.
• Experience with HRIS systems and MS Office Suite.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing employee relations and addressing workplace issues in East London.
• Support the full recruitment cycle, from sourcing candidates to onboarding new hires.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation, ensuring confidentiality.
• Administer HR policies and procedures, ensuring consistent application across the organization.
• Support the implementation of HR projects and initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with labour legislation and company policies.
• Provide general HR support and guidance to employees and line managers.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Labor law knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Industrial Psychology

Tools

HRIS

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a versatile and proactive HR Officer to support their Human Resources department in East London . This role encompasses a broad range of HR functions, including employee relations, recruitment support, HR administration, and ensuring compliance with labour laws. You will work closely with HR management to implement HR policies and initiatives that contribute to a positive and productive work environment. This is a great opportunity for an ambitious HR professional to gain comprehensive experience within the automotive and manufacturing hub of the Eastern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in managing employee relations and addressing workplace issues in East London .
• Support the full recruitment cycle, from sourcing candidates to onboarding new hires.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation, ensuring confidentiality.
• Administer HR policies and procedures, ensuring consistent application across the organization.
• Support the implementation of HR projects and initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with South African labour legislation and company policies.
• Provide general HR support and guidance to employees and line managers.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of experience in a generalist HR role.
• Solid understanding of South African labour law and HR best practices.
• Experience with HRIS systems and MS Office Suite.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with potential for annual increases.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for further professional development and training.
• On-site working environment within a key industrial area.
• A supportive and collaborative team atmosphere.