Human Resources Manager-South Africa

Wasion; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in Johannesburg, Gauteng, is seeking a Human Resources Manager to provide expert HR support across all management levels. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of HR generalist experience, with strong knowledge of South African labour legislation. Responsibilities include drafting HR policies, leading HR projects, managing performance, and resolving employee issues. The firm offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years HR generalist experience.
• 3+ years in a senior HRBP role.
• Strong working knowledge of SA labour legislation.
• Exposure to manufacturing is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert HR support across all management levels.
• Draft and implement HR policies and procedures.
• Lead strategic HR projects and change initiatives.
• Develop departmental goals and establish KPIs.
• Handle disciplinary matters and conflict resolution.

Skills

Expert HR support

Labour legislation knowledge

Performance management

Conflict resolution

Project management

HR metrics analysis

Education

Honours degree in HRM, HRD, or Organizational Psychology

Master's degree

Tools

HRIS systems

MS Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Wasion City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa — Human Resources Manager (South Africa).

Key Responsibilities

General HR Operations & Advisory : Provide expert HR support across all levels of management; guide and advise on labour legislation and HR best practices; maintain effective HR administration and documentation.

Policies, Compliance & Governance : Draft and implement HR policies and procedures; identify compliance risks and recommend policy improvements; ensure adherence to labour legislation (LRA, BCEA, EE Act, etc.).

HR Projects & Change Management : Lead strategic HR projects and change initiatives; support restructuring and transformation processes; drive continuous improvement in HR practices.

Performance & Talent Management : Develop departmental goals and establish KPIs / KPAs for performance management; oversee performance management cycles; support management on monthly performance reviews; identify training needs and support succession planning.

Recruitment & Onboarding : Responsible for sourcing, interviews, onboarding, and employee induction; ensure timely and accurate documentation for new hires; oversee payroll administration, compliance, and reporting; manage employee benefits, bonuses, and statutory submissions (UIF, EMP , etc.); registration & termination of staff on uFiling; ensure accurate reconciliations and payroll-related query resolution.

Employee Relations : Handle disciplinary matters, hearings, and conflict resolution; represent the company at the CCMA; maintain a healthy employee-management relationship.

HR Reporting & Analytics : Compile and present HR metrics and dashboards; analyse HR data to support decision-making and planning.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Minimum : Honours degree in HRM, HRD, or Organizational Psychology (NQF 8).

Advantageous : Master's degree (NQF 9).

Experience : 5+ years HR generalist experience; 3+ years in a senior HRBP role; strong working knowledge of SA labour legislation and HR governance.

Experience with HRIS systems and MS Office Suite.

Exposure to manufacturing is essential.

Strong communication, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills; project management and change facilitation capabilities; detail-oriented with high accuracy and accountability; ability to manage complexity and work under pressure; ethical leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills.

Advantageous background : Experience in multinational companies; working experience in office administration support.