Human Resources Officer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training & development

Career progression

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking a dedicated Human Resources Officer to support HR tasks, including recruitment support, employee onboarding, and maintaining records. You will work closely with management to ensure smooth HR operations in the Free State.

This is a full‑time, office‑based role offering exposure to benefits administration and HR reporting, with opportunities for training and career progression in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or Bachelor's in Human Resources Management or related field.
• 1–3 years HR support or administrative experience.
• Familiarity with South African labor law basics and HR practices.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, especially Word and Excel.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruitment, posting ads, screening applications, and scheduling interviews.
• Support onboarding of new employees and ensure all documentation is completed.
• Maintain accurate employee records in the HR information system.
• Provide HR administrative support, prepare correspondence and reports.
• Respond to basic employee inquiries regarding HR policies and procedures.
• Assist with benefits administration and payroll-related tasks.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

National Diploma or Bachelor's in Human Resources Management

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and organized Human Resources Officer to support HR functions within their organization located in Bloemfontein. This role involves assisting with a variety of HR tasks, including recruitment support, employee onboarding, maintaining employee records, and providing administrative assistance to the HR department. You will play a key role in ensuring the efficient operation of HR services and contributing to a positive employee environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to grow their career in HR within the heart of the Free State province, working directly with employees and management.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the recruitment process, including posting job ads, screening applications, and scheduling interviews.
• Support the onboarding of new employees, ensuring all necessary documentation is completed.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in the HR information system.
• Provide administrative support for HR functions, such as preparing correspondence and reports.
• Respond to basic employee inquiries regarding HR policies and procedures.
• Assist with the administration of employee benefits and payroll-related tasks.

Requirements

• National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in an HR support or administrative role.
• Familiarity with South African labor law basics and HR practices.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and standard employee benefits.
• Full-time, office-based position in Bloemfontein.
• Opportunities for training and skill development within the HR field.
• A supportive team environment and clear career progression path.
• Contribution to a company that values its employees and their development.