HR Officer

Leap29; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company seeks an experienced HR Officer in Johannesburg to manage HR operations, ensure compliance with South African labour law, and foster a positive employee experience. Responsibilities include recruitment, onboarding, payroll administration, and employee relations. Strong HR legislation knowledge and excellent organizational skills are essential. The role offers a dynamic work environment focused on sustainable energy solutions.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of HR legislation and compliance.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities with high attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• High level of confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism.
• Strong organisational, planning, and time-management abilities.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to build strong relationships at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment cycle.
• Coordinate onboarding programs for new hires.
• Partner with managers to identify training needs.
• Liaise with payroll providers for accurate processing.
• Maintain employee records and manage joiner/leaver processes.
• Support managers with employee relations issues.

Skills

HR legislation knowledge

Multi-priority management

Excellent communication skills

Confidentiality and integrity

Organizational abilities

Relationship building

Job description

Overview

Leap29 is collaborating with a prominent player in the energy transition, dedicated to driving sustainable solutions across South Africa and globally. They specialise in innovative renewable energy projects with a strong focus on commercial & industrial (C&I) solar, energy efficiency, and distributed generation initiatives.

As part of their continued growth in South Africa, my client is seeking an experienced HR Officer to lead day-to-day HR operations and support their expanding team. This role is pivotal in ensuring smooth HR processes, compliance with South African labour law, and fostering a positive employee experience.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment cycle, including job postings, candidate screening, interviews, offers, and pre-employment checks.
• Coordinate onboarding programs and ensure a smooth integration process for new hires.
• Champion company culture and values throughout the employee lifecycle.

Training & Development

• Partner with managers to identify training needs and monitor completion of mandatory training.
• Track training plans, budgets, and outcomes.
• Maintain accurate training records for compliance and reporting purposes.

Payroll & Benefits Administration

• Liaise with payroll providers to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing.
• Manage payroll inputs, reconciliations, and approvals in partnership with Finance.
• Administer employee benefits, renewals, and resolve queries.
• Support with benchmarking and continuous improvement of compensation and benefits schemes.

HR Administration & Employee Relations

• Maintain employee records, contracts, and HR databases.
• Manage joiner/leaver processes, including induction, payroll setup, exit interviews, and equipment returns.
• Support managers with employee relations issues, including disciplinary and grievance processes.
• Coordinate performance appraisals, talent reviews, and succession planning inputs.
• Keep HR policies, procedures, and guidelines up to date and aligned with local legislation.
• Prepare HR reports and ensure compliance with legal and audit requirements.

Additional Support

• Assist with internal communications, team-building initiatives, and company events.
• Contribute to HR projects and process improvements.
• Monitor and control departmental budgets in collaboration with Finance.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of HR legislation and compliance.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities with high attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• High level of confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism.
• Strong organisational, planning, and time-management abilities.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to build strong relationships at all levels.

If the opportunity is of interest to you, please apply directly through the link or contact Georgia Sumnall: [e-mail]