Human Resource Generalist (MIBCO, HR & IR)

Oostelike Personeel Konsultante; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 558,000 - 725,000; Full time

Job summary

Oostelike Personeel Konsultante in Goodwood, Cape Town, seeks a hands-on Human Resource Generalist with strong MIBCO/IR experience to join their automotive parts team.

You will manage IR relationships, recruitment, PMS, training, payroll documentation, and Employment Equity across the designated area, reporting to CHRO. 5–6 years HR experience required.

This permanent role offers a competitive monthly salary, with standard hours and a professional environment.

Qualifications

• 5–6 years HR experience with at least 4 years as HR Generalist, including senior level exposure.
• MIBCO HR and IR knowledge is mandatory and essential.
• Qualification: Matric plus a tertiary HR degree.
• Experience with SAGE People 300 is advantageous.
• Ability to manage payroll documentation and HR administration.

Responsibilities

• Manage IR relationships with unions and bargaining councils and ensure legal compliance.
• Lead recruitment, manpower planning, and KPI-aligned job profiling.
• Maintain PMS reporting and KPI tracking across departments.
• Coordinate training, learnerships, SETA, WSP, and ATR activities.
• Handle HR records, POPIA compliance, and monthly headcount reports.
• Assist in Employment Equity planning and BEE documentation.

Skills

HR Generalist

MIBCO Expertise

IR

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Education

HR degree

Tools

SAGE People 300

MS Office

Job description

Goodwood Human Resource Generalist (MIBCO, HR & IR)

Location: Goodwood, Cape Town

Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent (after 3-months probation period)

Industry: Automotive Parts Distribution

Salary: R50,000.00 – R65,000.00 Basic Salary per month (Negotiable based on experience)

About Our Client

Our client is a premier distributor of automotive parts operating an extensive network across Southern Africa. Built on structured standard operating procedures, robust logistics, and industry-leading systems, this group is built on a culture of efficiency, legislative excellence, continuous improvement, and the strategic development of its workforce.

About the Role

On behalf of our client, we are seeking a hands-on, professionally assertive, and experienced Human Resource Generalist to join their team in Goodwood, Cape Town.

If you have a strong HR background with non-negotiable experience navigating MIBCO (Motor Industry Bargaining Council) HR and IR structures and agreements, this is an exceptional opportunity. Reporting directly to the Chief Human Resource Officer, you will take full accountability for the daily HR and IR function, driving performance management systems, talent development, and employment equity initiatives across the designated area.

What’s on Offer?

• Basic Salary: R50,000.00 – R65,000.00 Basic Salary per month (Negotiable based on current earnings and experience).

• Remuneration Alignment: Rates of pay tested regularly against MIBCO pay rates to ensure fair remuneration and equal pay for equal value of work.

• Career Advancement: Potential growth within a rapidly expanding, market-leading automotive parts group.

Working Hours & Environment

• Standard Hours: Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 17:00.

• Environment: Professional, fast-paced corporate and distribution environment.

• Compliance & Operations: Standard working procedures and company policies must be strictly adhered to and enforced across all departmental structures.

Key Responsibilities

• Industrial Relations & Union Liaison: Manage IR relationships with unions, staff representatives, and bargaining councils (MIBCO/CCMA/DRC). Enforce compliance with labor legislation and resolve disputes efficiently.

• Recruitment & Manpower Planning: Prepare adverts, conduct recruitment, draft job profiles with KPIs, and manage staff take-on processes aligned with Employment Equity targets.

• Performance Management Systems (PMS): Maintain, monitor, and report on individual and departmental KPIs using internal BI and HR systems.

• Training & Workplace Skills: Conduct gap analyses, manage online training portals and learnerships, and coordinate SETA applications, Workplace Skills Plans (WSP), and Annual Training Reports (ATR).

• HR Administration & Systems: Maintain employee records on SAGE People 300, process payroll documentation, manage POPIA compliance, and compile monthly headcount and movement reports.

• BEE & Transformation: Assist in drafting the group Employment Equity Plan, facilitating departmental transformation, and preparing documentation for annual BEE verification audits.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience: 5–6 years of experience within an HR environment, with a minimum of 4 years as an HR Generalist (including 2 years at Senior HR Officer level).

• MIBCO Expertise (Mandatory): Solid, practical understanding of Bargaining Council structures, MIBCO Main Agreements, and industry pay rate enforcement is strictly essential.

• Education: Grade 12 / Matric PLUS a Tertiary Qualification (Degree level) in Human Resources.

• Systems Knowledge: Advanced computer literacy in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Hands-on experience with SAGE People 300 is an added advantage.

• Attributes: Strong analytical capability, exceptional negotiation and conflict management skills, high resilience, and the ability to work under pressure.

Strict Legal Requirements

Background screening and reference checks will be conducted on all shortlisted candidates.

• Must be a South African-born citizen with a valid South African ID.

• Must have a clean criminal record.

• Must have contactable references from previous HR leadership roles.

Required Documentation for Application

Please ensure that you submit the following documentation with your application:

• Detailed CV: Must clearly reflect your HR Generalist background, IR experience, and explicit MIBCO experience.

• ID Copy: Required as proof of South African citizenship.

• Driver’s License Copy: Required for record purposes.

• 3 Months Recent Payslips: Your latest three consecutive months of salary advice.

• Supporting Documents: Copies of your Matric certificate, HR Degree, and relevant qualifications or reference letters.

Please Note:

Only shortlisted candidates who meet all minimum requirements—specifically regarding MIBCO ann IR experience—will be contacted. If you do not hear back within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Eastern Personnel is fully POPIA compliant, and all personal information will be processed securely and solely for recruitment purposes.