HR Specialist

Abantu Staffing Solutions; Durban; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR consultancy is looking for an HR Manager to optimize HR processes within the Automotive Industry. The role requires strategic planning, compliance with labor laws, and effective recruitment management. Candidates should hold a relevant degree alongside 3-5 years of experience in HR.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in a similar role within the Automotive Industry.
• Grade 12 / Matric required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with developing HR Strategic and operational plans.
• Ensure compliance with relevant HR Legislation.
• Coordinate recruitment processes and manage candidate onboarding.

Skills

HR Strategy

Compliance

Recruitment and Selection

Industrial Relations

Performance Management

People Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or BTech in Human Sciences, Human Resources Management, or Industrial / Organisational Psychology

Diploma in IR / Labour Law

Job description

Overview :

The purpose of this role is to optimise HR processes and improve relationships between stakeholders to meet organisational objectives. The position reports to the HR Manager (Divisional).

Minimum Requirements :

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Bachelor’s Degree or BTech in Human Sciences, Human Resources Management, or Industrial / Organisational Psychology
• 3-5 years experience in a similar role within the Automotive Industry
• Diploma in IR / Labour Law (advantageous)

Key Performance Areas / Tasks :

HR Strategy :

• Assist with developing the Human Resources Management Strategic and operational plans.

Corporate Social Investment :

• Implement social and labour plans.

HR Legislation :

• Translate legislative changes into relevant HR Policies and Practices.
• Ensure compliance with relevant HR Legislation (Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, BBBEE Act, Skills Development Act, MIBCO Main Agreement, etc.)

Employment Equity :

• Design and develop interventions and action plans to support EE strategy implementation.
• Manage and ensure compliance with EE strategy.
• Participate in the implementation and utilisation of equity-related processes.
• Coordinate EE and Training Committee meetings and consult with stakeholders.

BBBEE :

• Create awareness of BBBEE within the Group.

Labour Planning :

• Monitor, report on trends, and advise management on labour statistics.

Recruitment and Selection :

• Manage recruitment advertising, candidate shortlisting, and reporting.
• Coordinate recruitment processes, conduct interviews, verify credentials, and manage offers and onboarding.

Transition :

• Coordinate employee exit processes and conduct exit interviews.

Industrial Relations (Regional Level) :

• Monitor IR processes, policies, and procedures.
• Advise on employment conditions and rights.
• Facilitate external IR processes and represent management in stakeholder discussions.
• Resolve employee disputes and grievances, coordinate disciplinary proceedings, and communicate with unions.
• Manage wage negotiations and stay updated on IR trends.

Performance Management :

• Promote a Performance Management Culture and manage related records.

HR Systems :

• Evaluate and establish HR system requirements, ensuring compliance with HR Quality Systems.

Communications :

• Develop internal communication programmes to support business outcomes.

Teams Process :

• Design team interventions and facilitate change management initiatives.

People Management :

• Create an enabling work environment.
• Ensure safety, legality, and security.
• Coach and counsel staff to improve performance.
• Maintain discipline and resolve grievances and disputes.