Human Resources Officer – FMCG|Retail

North Coast Labour Consultants CC; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established organisation in South Africa is seeking a Human Resources Officer to manage HR processes, compliance, recruitment, and industrial relations. The role involves driving talent acquisition strategies and ensuring workplace practices. Candidates should have 3+ years of experience and a BCom in Human Resources Management, with strong understanding of HR legislation and industrial relations experience. This position is based in Kuilsriver, Cape Town.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in a generalist Human Resources role.
• In-depth knowledge of HR best practices and compliance frameworks.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, and exits.
• Drive and support talent acquisition strategies with internal and external stakeholders.
• Guide managers on performance management and absenteeism processes.

Skills

HR legislation understanding

Industrial Relations experience

MS Office proficiency

Education

BCom in Human Resources Management

Job description

Our client, a well-established organisation in the industrial/manufacturing sector, is seeking to employ a Human Resources Officer to manage HR processes, compliance, recruitment, and industrial relations.

The successful candidate will provide end-to-end HR support and advisory services, ensure fair and compliant workplace practices, and contribute to strategic HR projects.

Based in Kuilsriver, Cape Town

• 3+ years’ experience in a generalist Human Resources role
• BCom in Human Resources Management
• Strong understanding of HR legislation (LRA, BCEA, EE, OHSA, SDL, MIBCO)
• Industrial Relations experience essential
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, and exits
• Drive and support talent acquisition strategies with internal and external stakeholders
• Maintain and update recruitment trackers, IR reports and probation review schedules
• Act as first-line advisor for disciplinary and grievance matters
• Schedule and support disciplinary and appeal hearings
• Guide managers on performance management and absenteeism processes
• Educate and train management on HR policies and procedures
• Ensure personnel files and all HR records comply with statutory requirements
• Deliver monthly reports and assist with data-driven decision making
• Support the rollout of HR projects and initiatives, offering training and guidance

Educational and Other Requirements:

• BCom in Human Resources or similar
• In-depth knowledge of HR best practices and compliance frameworks
• Strong IR capability and ability to provide sound, fair guidance to management and staff
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Confident in resolving conflict and managing sensitive issues
• Ability to prioritise, multitask and manage projects to deadlines
• Willing to work overtime and under pressure where needed

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