HR Practitioner ER

Samancor Chrome Ltd.; Limpopo; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Samancor Chrome Ltd. in Limpopo seeks an experienced HR/IR professional to identify and drive interventions that foster a healthy IR climate and strong stakeholder relations.

You will oversee disciplinary processes, ensure compliance with policies, and support line management in conflict resolution. The role requires a Degree or National Diploma in HR/Labour Relations, 4 years of relevant experience (1 year supervisory preferred), and proficiency with SAP, IMS, and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Degree or National Diploma in Human Resources/Labour Relations Management.
• 4 years’ relevant experience, preferably 1 year’s supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervision and coordination of IR Processes
• Coordinate and attend disciplinary hearings as an HR representative
• Ensure consistency and compliance by all parties to the Disciplinary Policy, Procedures and Legislation at disciplinary/grievance hearings
• Keep appropriate records of proceedings and outcomes of disciplinary/grievance hearings
• Facilitate the resolution of employee grievances
• Assist line management and employee representatives on conflict resolution
• Participate in the formulation of company Employee Relations policies and procedure
• Keep appropriate record and compile monthly disciplinary and litigation statistic reports, both on SAP and employee files
• Represent the company at the CCMA or MEIBC when necessary
• Identify and monitor IR trends and IR climate at TAS, and report monthly
• Handle day to day conflict, queries and discipline

Skills

Safety Awareness

Initiative

Managing Work

Results Orientation

Customer Focus

Operational Problem Solving

Decision Making

Work Standards

Interpersonal Relationships

Communication

Flexibility

Contributing to Team Success

Business Understanding

Education

Degree or National Diploma in Human Resources/Labour Relations Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

IMS

EBMS

Chromedoc

SAP

Coupa

MES

Job description

To identify and develop relevant interventions which will assist the organisation to attain its objectives of a healthy conducive IR climate and social responsibility through good relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY

• Identify and assess level of continuous risk exposures in area of responsibility by considering exposures to business, financial, legal issues, people, equipment, material, environment, processes, etc.
• Consider the level of risk, apply mitigation and implement control measures for residual risk (set objectives, minimum requirements, etc.)
• Comply with SHEQ requirements (SHEQ Toolbox)
• Utilise the Integrated Management System (IMS) to initiate, investigate and report SHEQ status us

PEOPLE

• Liaise with HR stakeholders and investigate grievances and misconduct-related concerns
• Interact with customers and familiarise yourself with operational concerns and any inherent peculiarities (e.g., absenteeism, excessive overtime, sick leave abuse, lateness etc.)
• Apply the basic skills of customer service
• Conduct customer surveys and satisfaction follow-up on suggestions

CUSTOMERS

• Ensure Customer Satisfaction

BUSINESS PROCESSES

• Supervision and coordination of IR Processes
• Coordinate and attend disciplinary hearings as an HR representative
• Ensure consistency and compliance by all parties to the Disciplinary Policy, Procedures and Legislation at disciplinary/grievance hearings
• Keep appropriate records of proceedings and outcomes of disciplinary/grievance hearings
• Facilitate the resolution of employee grievances
• Assist line management and employee representatives on conflict resolution
• Participate in the formulation of company Employee Relations policies and procedure
• Keep appropriate record and compile monthly disciplinary and litigation statistic reports, both on SAP and employee files
• Assist with the preparation of cases referred for litigation
• Represent the company at the CCMA or MEIBC when necessary
• Identify and monitor IR trends and IR climate at TAS, and report monthly
• Track all union related issues and liaise with the shop steward council
• Handle day to day conflict, queries and discipline
• Assist with compiling communiques pertaining to IR issues
• Assist with compiling letters to unions regarding IR issues
• Assist line supervision with the drafting of counselling and written warning
• Identify, co-ordinate and facilitate IR, Shop Steward and EE related training
• Assist with the implementation of EE objectives and initiatives
• Manage absenteeism and analyse absenteeism report for trends
• Schedule and arrange for all Unions meetings and Committee Meeting and capture minutes
• Identify, assist and conduct HR related projects as and when necessary or required
• Any adhoc IR related tasks
• Compile all IR Reports for 20 Pager, HO and TAS
• Comply with the relevant HR Legislation (Labour Relations Act, EE Act, Skills Development Act, Basic Conditions of Employment etc.)
• Provide information and advice regarding legislation that may impact IR & ER issues
• Work overtime as and when required
• Prepare, control and plan for IR Budgets
• Participate in HR Standby
• Liaise with Site Shop Stewards

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Overtime
• Standby
• Travel

GROWTH

• Manage continuous improvement through Operational Excellence

SHAREHOLDER VALUE

• Promoting a fair, compliant, and consistent employee relations environment that minimizes legal and financial risks
• Ensuring adherence to labour legislation, company policies, and collective agreements to reduce the cost of disputes, litigation, and penalties.
• Supporting operational continuity by proactively managing disciplinary, grievance, incapacity, and conflict resolution processes
• Strengthening employee engagement and trust through fair and transparent labour practices, contributing to improved productivity and retention
• Providing timely employee relations advice to management, enabling informed decision-making and reducing operational disruptions
• Building constructive relationships with employee representatives and unions to maintain stable labour relations and minimize the risk of industrial action
• Identifying employee relations trends and recommending preventative interventions that improve workforce performance and organizational effectiveness
• Contributing to the achievement of business objectives by fostering a positive workplace culture that supports sustainable operational performance

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Safety Awareness
• Initiative
• Managing Work
• Results Orientation
• Customer Focus
• Operational Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Work Standards
• Interpersonal Relationships
• Communication
• Flexibility
• Contributing to Team Success
• Business Understanding

WORKPLACE COMPETENCIES:

Systems:

• Microsoft Office programs
• Samancor Chrome Systems (IMS, EBMS, Chromedoc, SAP, Coupa, MES)

Job Skills:

• Required training as per training matrix
• Negotiating and influencing skills

Knowledge:

• Demonstrate an understanding ofHR policies, procedures, labour legislation, and CCMA/Bargaining Council processes

Requirements

• Degree or National Diploma in Human Resources/Labour Relations Management
• 4 years’ relevant experience, preferably 1 year’s supervisory experience