HR Specialist - Tembisa

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated HR Specialist for our client in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will support day-to-day HR operations, manage employee records in HRIS, assist with recruitment, onboarding, and benefits, and work closely with the HR Manager to implement HR initiatives.

The role requires accuracy, knowledge of SA labour laws, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This is a full-time, office-based position at the Tembisa location, contributing to a vibrant HR team.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years in HR support or HR specialist roles.
• Solid HR functions knowledge incl. recruitment, onboarding, benefits.
• Familiar with SA labour laws and HRIS systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in administering HR policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance.
• Maintain accurate employee records in HRIS and personnel files.
• Support recruitment and onboarding, including screening, interviews, and offer letters.
• Administer benefits programs, enrollments, changes, and issue resolution.
• Prepare HR reports and analytics for management.
• Handle first-level HR queries on policies, payroll, and benefits.
• Coordinate employee training and development activities.
• Support performance management data collection and tracking.
• Assist with employee relations issues and disciplinary processes.
• Ensure compliance with SA labour laws and company policies.

Skills

HRIS proficiency

MS Office

Recruitment

Onboarding

Employee relations

Education

HR Management Diploma/Degree

Industrial Psychology

Tools

HRIS software

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a growing organization located in Tembisa, Gauteng, seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented HR Specialist to join their expanding human resources department. This role is crucial for supporting the day-to-day HR operations and ensuring the smooth execution of various HR functions. You will work closely with the HR Manager to implement HR initiatives, manage employee records, and provide support to employees and management. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of HR principles and practices, with a keen eye for accuracy and efficiency. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional looking to contribute to a vibrant team in Tembisa and further develop their career within a supportive environment. This position is based full-time at our Tembisa office.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the administration of HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.
• Manage and maintain accurate employee records in the HR Information System (HRIS).
• Support the recruitment and onboarding process, including screening applications, scheduling interviews, and preparing offer letters.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including enrollment, changes, and issue resolution.
• Assist in the preparation and delivery of HR reports and analytics.
• Provide first-level HR support to employees, addressing queries related to policies, payroll, and benefits.
• Coordinate employee training and development activities.
• Support performance management processes, including data collection and tracking.
• Assist in managing employee relations issues and disciplinary processes.
• Ensure compliance with South African labour laws and company policies.

Requirements

• National Diploma or Degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in an HR Support or HR Specialist role.
• Solid understanding of HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, compensation, benefits, and employee relations.
• Proficiency in using HRIS software and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of South African labour laws and regulations.