HR Officer

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

Job summary

A prominent leader in the Food Manufacturing Industry is seeking an experienced HR Officer to join their team in Port Elizabeth. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership abilities, excellent planning skills, and a proactive approach to HR tasks. Responsibilities include managing recruitment processes, coordinating training events, and supporting the HR Manager. Candidates must reside locally and hold a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Proactive approach to HR responsibilities.
• Must reside in Port Elizabeth or surrounding areas.
• High level of initiative and flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Support HR Manager in developing and implementing HR initiatives.
• Manage recruitment processes including screening and interviewing.
• Coordinate training events and maintain training records.
• Handle HR administrative functions.
• Adhere to GMP for personal hygiene and housekeeping.

Skills

Confidence and strong leadership abilities

Excellent planning, organization, and coordination skills

Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities

Good numerical and reporting skills

Teamwork and communication proficiency

Attention to detail and adherence to procedures

Education

Valid Code 8/10 driver’s license

Job description

Our Client, a prominent leader in the Food Manufacturing / Production Industry is seeking to employ an experienced HR Officer to their team based in Port Elizabeth.

Awesome career opportunity awaits!

Requirements:

• Confidence and strong leadership abilities.
• Excellent planning, organization, and coordination skills.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Sound decision‑making capabilities.
• Good numerical and reporting skills.
• Teamwork and communication proficiency.
• High level of initiative, responsibility, and flexibility.
• Attention to detail and adherence to procedures and policies.
• Enthusiastic and proactive approach.
• Must reside in Port Elizabeth or surrounding areas.
• Valid Code 8/10 driver’s license and reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities, but not limited to:

• Support the HR-Manager in developing and implementing HR initiatives and systems.
• Provide accurate and relevant HR support to internal stakeholders.
• Facilitate understanding and application of HR policies and procedures.
• Coordinate training events, reports, and tasks within required timelines.
• Identify and report training needs for staff at all levels.
• Arrange, schedule, and coordinate employee development.
• Maintain accurate administration of all training records.
• Present internal training sessions to staff as needed.
• Manage recruitment processes, including advertising, screening, and interviewing.
• Draft and update job descriptions with department managers.
• Oversee onboarding and exit processes.
• Handle HR administrative functions and assist with quarterly HR reports.
• Drive and maintain the performance appraisal process.
• Maintain staff records and draft staff contracts.
• Adhere to health & safety, food safety procedures, and company policies.
• Follow GMP’s (Good Manufacturing Practices) for personal hygiene and housekeeping.
• Report any non-conformance or events impacting food safety.
• Participate in external and in-house training.

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