HR Practitioner

Tyron Consultancy; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking an HR Practitioner based in Paarl. This role involves managing payroll, overseeing recruitment processes, training, compliance, and employee relations. The ideal candidate will have a relevant HR qualification and experience, providing vital support to the team in ensuring a productive working environment.

Qualifications

• Expérience en gestion de la paie et des relations employé.
• Compétences fortes en recrutement et conformité légale.
• Capacité à gérer des processus de formation et de développement.

Responsibilities

• Gérer la paie et répondre aux requêtes des employés.
• Coordonner le processus de recrutement et d'intégration.
• Assurer la conformité avec la législation du travail sud-africaine.

Skills

Payroll Management

Employee Lifecycle Management

Recruitment and Selection

Employee Relations

Training and Development

Compliance

Education

Relevant HR Qualification / degree

Job description

HR Practitioner position currently available in Paarl.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Payroll Management
  • Manage/oversee the accurate and timely payroll processing.
  • Checking weekly that all updated hours are done per department weekly and send to Financial Manager
  • Maintain payroll records and address employee payroll queries.
  • Plan and manage with department head all leave balances within the allocated annual days.
• Employee Lifecycle Management
• Recruitment and Selection
  • Collaborate with hiring managers to define job requirements, draft the required job outline for the various positions.
  • Coordinate with recruitment agencies where applicable.
  • Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including screening, interviews, reference recording and offer negotiations.
  • Ensure entire HR pack is completed with all required information for onboarding purposes within 2 weeks of starting work.
• Onboarding and Induction
  • Design and execute induction programs for new hires, ensuring alignment with company culture.
  • Onboarding old staff during off-season, ensuring all staff goes through the induction at least once per year
  • Conduct onboarding sessions, including all documentation and policy training – weekly dates.
• Offboarding
  • Manage resignation and termination processes, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
  • Conduct exit interviews and provide insights for retention strategies.
• Filing and Documentation
  • Maintain and update all employee records, ensuring availability and compliance with data protection laws (POPIA).
  • Maintain a manual and electronic employee details record for easy access by authorised personnel.
  • Prepare documentation for audits and compliance checks by Department of Labour
• Reporting
  • Weekly Reports
    • Recruitment progress and pipeline updates.
    • Disciplinary and grievance outcomes
    • Staff cost VS Turnover – making sure the financial accountant has the info he needs to complete
    • Updates on compliance with Skills Development Plans
  • Monthly Reports
    • Updated report on all leave taken and approved the previous month
    • Workforce analytics (turnover, absenteeism, time-to-hire).
    • Payroll summary reports: Variance reporting on head count and labour cost, overtime ext
  • Quarterly/Annual Reports
    • Employment Equity & Skills Development Reports.
    • Training and development outcomes aligned with Skills Development Levies (SDL).
    • Comprehensive HR performance metrics for executive review.
• Employee Relations
  • Serve as the first point of contact for employee grievances and disciplinary processes, after direct management has failed to sort out the problem.
  • Implement employee engagement and wellness initiatives.
  • Ensure all HR practices align with the LRA, Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA), and other South African labour legislation.
  • Act as the lead representative in union engagements and collective bargaining agreements.
  • Prepare and manage all cases for the CCMA, including drafting notices and managing dispute resolution processes.
• Training and Development
  • Identify training needs and coordinate development programs.
  • Maintain training records and track compliance with required certifications.
  • Develop a training schedule for all departments on a quarterly basis
• Policy and Documentation
  • Develop, implement, and regularly update HR policies and procedures.
  • Maintain a comprehensive filing system for all employee records (physical and electronic).
  • Ensure confidentiality and compliance with data protection regulations. (POPIA)
• Compliance
  • Ensure adherence to labour legislation and internal policies.
  • Manage all workplace policies, including leave, attendance, and performance reviews.

Requirements:

• Relevant HR Qualification / degree and experience