Human Resources Officer

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Team-building activities

Stable environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a dedicated HR Officer to join our established team. You will assist the HR Manager in recruitment, employee relations, training coordination, and policy implementation, helping to foster a positive workplace culture and ensure compliance with labour laws.

This role offers growth for an HR professional to broaden expertise in human capital management while contributing to a stable, supportive work environment in Polokwane.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in a generalist HR role.
• Knowledge of South African labour law and HR best practices.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruitment and candidate onboarding from posting to hire.
• Support HR policy implementation and communication.
• Provide guidance to employees and management on HR matters.
• Coordinate employee training and development activities.
• Maintain accurate records and assist HR reporting.
• Contribute to employee engagement initiatives and HR projects.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Discretion

Team orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and competent Human Resources Officer to join their established team in Polokwane. This role supports the HR Manager in executing various HR functions, including recruitment, employee relations, training coordination, and policy implementation. You will contribute to fostering a positive workplace culture and ensuring compliance with labour laws. This is an excellent opportunity for a growing HR professional to expand their expertise and make a tangible contribution to the organisation's human capital management efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the recruitment and selection process, from job posting to candidate onboarding.
• Support the implementation and communication of HR policies and procedures.
• Provide guidance to employees and management on HR-related matters.
• Coordinate employee training and development programs.
• Maintain accurate employee records and assist with HR reporting.
• Contribute to employee engagement initiatives and HR projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in a generalist HR role.
• Knowledge of South African labour law and HR best practices.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• A stable and supportive work environment in Polokwane.
• Team-building activities and employee engagement programs.