Human Resources Manager – Contract Position – Maternity Cover

KERSTON FOODS CC; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive and energetic Human Resources Manager for a maternity cover contract. This role encompasses the full HR function, including recruitment, onboarding, payroll administration, and staff relations. The ideal candidate should possess a strong HR background with at least 5 years of experience, alongside excellent communication and time management skills. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team and ensure the smooth operation of HR functions while maintaining high standards of professionalism and compliance. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are committed to fostering positive workplace relations, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' HR experience, including 2 years in a comprehensive HR role.
• Thorough knowledge of the BCEA and working knowledge of labour legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment, selection, and placement services for the company.
• Coordinate induction, onboarding, and probation management support services.

Skills

Time Management

Clear Communication

Ability to Multitask

Professional Staff Relations

Attention to Detail

Education

3-year formal Human Resources qualification

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

Kerston Foods, a well-established Food Services company, is looking to fill the following position:

Human Resources Manager – Contract Position – Maternity Cover

Late-January 2024 – Late July 2024

To take responsibility for all HR support, services, and related duties.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas (KPAs) that constitute the full HR function within the company:

1. Recruitment / Selection / Placement Services (job specs, recruitment sources, screening processes, and final decision support)
2. Induction, Onboarding & Probation Management Support Services (processes of induction and onboarding, and subsequent probation management support)
3. Employment, Payroll & Related Administration Services (assist in the preparation of the monthly payroll, ensure system and data compliance, and related administrative duties)
4. Staff & Industrial Relations (manage relationships, ensure statutory compliance, and support development processes)
5. Policies & Procedures Support Services (maintain HR policies and coordinate shared files)
6. Performance Management Facilitation (coordinate development and refinement of performance practices)
7. HR Analysis, Reports, and Advice (provide meaningful information and evaluations for decision making)
8. Administrative Services (coordinate meetings, support committees, update forms, and assist shared services)
9. Development Support Services (facilitate development needs analysis and support)
10. Annual HR Plans & Schedules (develop plans based on HR analysis)
11. Organisation Development (structure, job descriptions, and related guidance)
12. Projects Coordination (coordinate HR projects for consistency)

The ideal candidate should be proactive, energetic, resilient under pressure, and self-motivated to achieve high standards of professionalism.

Qualifications:

• A 3-year formal Human Resources or related qualification
• Advanced computer literacy, especially MS Office and Excel
• Thorough knowledge of the BCEA
• Working knowledge of labour legislation
• Minimum 5 years' HR experience, including 2 years in a comprehensive HR role

Attributes and Skills:

• Time management
• Clear communication
• Business-minded
• Ability to multitask and adapt
• Service orientation
• Systematic and dependable
• Professional staff relations
• Positive and confident demeanor
• Attention to detail
• Honest and reliable
• Discretion and confidentiality

If interested, please apply with:

• A summary CV (more details may be requested later)
• A cover letter explaining your motivation to work at Kerston Foods and why you are a suitable candidate

Only applications meeting these guidelines will be considered. Short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews, which may include assessments.