Human Resources Officer

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work arrangement in Benoni

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development

Team-oriented environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni is seeking a dedicated Human Resources Officer to support the HR function and implement HR initiatives. This role blends administrative duties with hands-on HR support, covering areas such as employee relations, recruitment assistance, and HR policy adherence.

You will work closely with the HR Manager and employees across the organisation, playing a vital part in maintaining a productive and compliant work environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Human Resources or related field.
• 1–3 years HR support or officer experience.
• Good understanding of South African labour law.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and HR information systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with administration of HR policies and procedures, ensuring consistent application.
• Support recruitment: advertise vacancies, screen CVs, and coordinate interviews.
• Maintain employee records and HR documentation with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Provide first-line support for employee queries on HR-related matters.
• Contribute to employee engagement initiatives and HR projects.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant labour laws and regulations.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Hybrid work awareness

Education

HR qualification or related field

Tools

MS Office

HR information systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client in Benoni is seeking a dedicated Human Resources Officer to support the HR function and contribute to the development and implementation of HR initiatives. This role involves a mix of administrative duties and hands-on HR support, covering areas such as employee relations, recruitment assistance, and HR policy adherence. You will work closely with the HR Manager and employees across the organisation, playing a vital part in maintaining a productive and compliant work environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an emerging HR professional to gain diverse experience within a collaborative team, benefiting from a hybrid work structure.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the administration of HR policies and procedures, ensuring consistent application.
• Support the recruitment process, including advertising vacancies, screening CVs, and coordinating interviews.
• Maintain employee records and HR documentation, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Provide first-line support for employee queries on HR-related matters.
• Contribute to employee engagement initiatives and HR projects.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant labour laws and regulations.

Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Human Resources or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in an HR support or officer role.
• Good understanding of South African labour law.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and HR information systems.
• Strong organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, suitable for a hybrid role.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance reviews.
• Hybrid work arrangement providing flexibility and in-office collaboration in Benoni.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within HR.
• A supportive and team-oriented work environment fostering growth.