Human Resources Manager

Lexdan Select; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company is seeking an experienced HR Manager in Durban to lead strategic HR initiatives and ensure compliance with local regulations. The role involves overseeing recruitment, employee relations, and training programs while upholding the company's values. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in HR or a related field, with 7–10 years’ management experience including a leadership role. Strong knowledge of industrial relations and labor laws in South Africa is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Business, or related field.
• Minimum of 7–10 years’ HR management experience, including 3 years in a leadership/Exco role.
• Proven track record in industrial relations and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to organizational strategy as an Exco member.
• Champion company culture and values throughout the organization.
• Advise on HR, compliance, and people-related matters.
• Oversee the recruitment process from advertising to onboarding.
• Ensure compliance with South African labour laws.
• Manage employee relations, grievances, and disciplinary processes.
• Ensure adherence to Employment Equity and BBBEE compliance.
• Oversee payroll administration and compliance.
• Implement employee engagement strategies.
• Develop training and development programs.
• Manage learnerships and upskilling opportunities.

Skills

HR Management

Industrial Relations

Compliance

Employee Relations

Training and Development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

Lexdan Select is assisting a manufacturing company with their search for an HR Manager.

This role is based in Pinetown, Durban.

Salary: R35 000 p.m. to R45 000 p.m.

Duties and responsibilities

• Serve as an active member of the Exco, contributing to organizational strategy and decision-making.
• Champion the company culture, values, and integrity across all levels of the business.
• Advise the CEO and Board on HR, transformation, compliance, and people-related matters.
• Oversee the end-to-end recruitment process: advertising, sourcing, interviewing, referencing, and background checks, and onboarding/induction.
• Ensure full compliance with South African labour laws, including MIBCO regulations and Workmen’s Compensation.
• Ensure a positive work environment through proactive employee relations, address grievances, mediate disputes, and manage disciplinary processes.
• Oversee Employment Equity and BBBEE compliance, ensuring diversity and inclusion goals are achieved.
• Ensure accurate payroll administration, compliance with statutory requirements, oversee time and attendance management, leave processing, and UIF documentation.
• Implement engagement strategies including surveys, recognition programs, and team-building activities.
• Develop and implement training and development programs aligned with business needs.
• Manage learnerships, internships, and upskilling opportunities in line with BBBEE and EE goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Business, or related field (postgraduate qualification advantageous).
• Minimum 7–10 years’ HR management experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership/Exco role.
• Proven track record in industrial relations, transformation, and compliance.
• Experience in a manufacturing/automotive or similar environment advantageous.