Human Resouces Operations Manager

Bidvest Protea Coin; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security services provider in South Africa is seeking an HR Operations Manager for its HR Division in Centurion. The role requires a knowledgeable individual with strong expertise in Labour Relations Law and comprehensive HR skills. You will oversee the implementation of HR policies and strategies, act as a consultant for management and staff, and ensure compliance with labour legislation. Ideal candidates will have a Law Degree or a degree in Human Resources and significant management experience.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of labour legislation and HR best practices.
• Proven experience in senior management or specialized HR role.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Implement and support HR policies and initiatives.
• Act as an HR consultant on policies and compliance.
• Address employee queries related to HR issues.
• Monitor compliance with labour laws and HR standards.
• Promote communication between operations and HR.

Skills

Labour Relations Law

Human Resources expertise

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical mindset

Education

Law Degree (Labour Law specialization)

B Degree (Human Resources focus)

Honours Degree or higher

Job description

A Vacancy exists for a HR Operations Manager in the HR Division – Centurion.

Overview

We are looking for a dynamic and knowledgeable individual with a strong background in Labour Relations Law combined with comprehensive Human Resources (HR) expertise.

The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of labour legislation, HR best practices, recruitment and talent management, HR administration, and skills development. This individual will serve as the key interface between operations, support functions, and the Head Office HR team, playing a critical role in aligning business needs with HR strategies and practices. This is a hands‑on role, requiring someone who is not only strategic but also operational—someone who is willing to get involved in the day‑to‑day challenges of the workplace, resolve conflicts, monitor compliance, and provide proactive support across departments.

Responsibilities

• Implement and support the rollout of new company policies and HR initiatives.
• Act as an HR consultant to management and staff on policies, procedures, and compliance matters.
• Address employee queries on matters related to compensation, labour legislation, and other HR-related issues.
• Support business units and operations with HR‑related problem‑solving, conflict resolution, and project implementation.
• Monitor and inspect compliance with labour laws and HR standards across the organization.
• Promote effective communication and collaboration between operational teams and Head Office HR functions.

Preferred Qualifications, Attributes, and Skills

• Law Degree, with specialization in Labour Law.
• Alternatively, a B degree with a focus in Human Resources, with strong Labour Law knowledge.
• An Honours Degree or higher‑level qualification will be considered an advantage.
• Proven experience in a senior management or specialized HR / IR role.
• Strong knowledge of South African labour laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent decision‑making and problem‑solving abilities.
• Demonstrated team management experience.
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
• Analytical mindset with a passion for process improvement and data‑driven decision‑making.