HR Officer - Richards Bay

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Annual leave

Sick leave

Growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

Exposure to diverse HR functions

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, seeks an HR Officer to support payroll, records, recruitment, onboarding and policy compliance. This on-site role requires strong admin skills and knowledge of SA labour law.

You will maintain HRIS data, assist with disciplinary processes, coordinate training, manage leave, and contribute to HR projects in an industrial environment. A National Diploma or Degree in HR is preferred.

Qualifications

• Diploma/degree in HR management or related field.
• 2–3 years HR officer or HR admin experience.
• Payroll administration experience.
• Knowledge of SA labour laws.
• Proficiency with HRIS and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Administer payroll and ensure accuracy in calculations.
• Maintain employee records and up-to-date HRIS.
• Assist with recruitment and candidate coordination.
• Onboard new employees and conduct orientation sessions.
• Provide guidance on HR policies, benefits, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with SA labour legislation and company policies.
• Assist with disciplinary hearings and grievance procedures.
• Coordinate training and development initiatives.
• Maintain leave registers and accurate record-keeping.
• Support HR projects and initiatives as required.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proactive

Ability to work under pressure

Education

National Diploma or Degree in HR Management

Tools

HRIS software

MS Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a key player in the industrial sector located in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking a diligent and organized HR Officer to support their operations. This role is vital for maintaining efficient HR administration and providing essential support to employees and management. The HR Officer will be responsible for a variety of HR functions, including payroll administration, recruitment support, record-keeping, and ensuring adherence to company policies and labour laws. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional to gain hands-on experience in a challenging industrial environment. You will be an integral part of the HR team, contributing to the smooth running of HR operations within the Richards Bay area. This position requires full-time presence at our Richards Bay site.

Key Responsibilities

• Administering payroll and ensuring accuracy in all payroll-related calculations.
• Maintaining employee records and ensuring the HRIS is up-to-date.
• Assisting with the recruitment and selection process, including job postings and candidate coordination.
• Onboarding new employees and conducting orientation sessions.
• Providing support for employee queries regarding HR policies, benefits, and procedures.
• Ensuring compliance with South African labour legislation and company policies.
• Assisting with disciplinary hearings and grievance procedures.
• Coordinating training and development initiatives.
• Maintaining leave registers and ensuring accurate record-keeping.
• Supporting HR projects and initiatives as required.

Requirements

• National Diploma or Degree in Human Resources Management or a related field.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in an HR Officer or HR Administration role.
• Proven experience in payroll administration and HR record-keeping.
• Sound knowledge of South African labour laws.
• Proficiency in HRIS software and MS Office Suite.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.
• Proactive and able to work under pressure.
• Must be able to work on-site in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Medical aid and provident fund benefits.
• Annual leave and sick leave.
• Opportunities for growth within the HR field.
• Work in a key industrial hub of Richards Bay.
• Supportive team environment.
• Exposure to diverse HR functions.