HUMAN RESOURCES PROJECT LEAD / HR SPECIALIST

Thusa Batho Labour Solutions; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-related remuneration

Strategic HR project exposure

Engagement with senior management

Contract with defined deliverables

Job summary

Thusa Batho Labour Solutions in Pretoria is seeking an experienced HR Projects Lead / HR Specialist to drive strategic HR initiatives from planning to execution. You will collaborate with senior management to shape organisational design and workforce structures.

The role requires deep expertise in job grading/evaluation, HR policy development, and labour-law compliance, with broad exposure to recruitment, employee relations, and performance management.

Qualifications

• NQF level 7/8 in HR discipline.
• Honours / postgraduate diploma or masters advantageous.
• 10+ years HR experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate HR projects from planning through to implementation.
• Oversee job grading and job evaluation processes.
• Review job descriptions, organisational structures and reporting lines.
• Provide specialist advice on job grading methodologies and outcomes.
• Conduct HR analysis and recommendations aligned with organisational requirements.
• Support development and review of HR policies, procedures and frameworks.
• Provide guidance on organisational design and workforce structures.
• Engage with management and stakeholders throughout the project.
• Prepare project reports, presentations and recommendations for management.
• Ensure project deliverables are completed within timelines.
• Maintain project documentation and records.
• Provide expert HR advice on remuneration structures and people practices.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and organisational requirements.

Skills

Senior HR mgmt

Job grading

Job evaluation

HR policy

Employee relations

Labour-law compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Education

NQF7/8 HR

Honours/Masters advantageous

Equivalent quals

Job description

Thusa Batho Labour Solutions | Full time

HUMAN RESOURCES PROJECT LEAD / HR SPECIALIST

Pretoria, South Africa | Posted on 09/16/2026

Thusa Batho Labour Solutions is a professional recruitment and labour consulting agency committed to connecting exceptional talent with leading organisations across all industries. Acting on behalf of our clients, we specialise in sourcing, screening, recruiting, and placing qualified candidates in positions ranging from entry-level to executive management.

With a strong understanding of workforce dynamics, compliance, and industry-specific recruitment needs, we provide tailored staffing solutions that support business growth and operational excellence. Our recruitment approach is built on professionalism, integrity, efficiency, and long-term partnerships with both clients and candidates.

At Thusa Batho Labour Solutions, we believe that people are the foundation of every successful organisation, and we are dedicated to helping businesses build capable, productive, and sustainable teams.

Job Description

• Lead and coordinate the delivery of HR projects from planning through to implementation.
• Conduct and/or oversee job grading and job evaluation processes.
• Review job descriptions, organisational structures and reporting lines.
• Provide specialist advice on job grading methodologies and appropriate grading outcomes.
• Conduct HR analysis and make recommendations aligned with organisational requirements.
• Support the development and review of HR policies, procedures and frameworks.
• Provide guidance on organisational design and workforce structures.
• Engage with management and relevant stakeholders throughout the project.
• Prepare project reports, presentations and recommendations for management.
• Ensure project deliverables are completed within agreed timelines.
• Maintain appropriate project documentation and records.
• Provide expert HR advice on matters relating to remuneration structures, job evaluation, employee relations and people practices, where applicable.
• Ensure that HR project activities comply with applicable legislation, professional standards and organisational requirements.

Requirements

• NQF Level 7 or NQF Level 8 qualification in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, Industrial/Organisational Psychology, Human Resource Development, Organisational Development or another relevant HR-related discipline.
• An Honours, Postgraduate Diploma or Master's qualification will be advantageous.
• Equivalent relevant qualifications will be considered.
• More than 10 years' relevant HR experience.
• At least 5 years' experience in a senior HR management, specialist, consulting or project leadership role.
• Demonstrable experience in job grading and/or job evaluation is essential .
• Experience across multiple HR disciplines, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, HR policies, organisational development and labour-law compliance.
• Professional registration with SARA/ SABPP or another recognised and relevant professional body will be required/advantageous,
• Where applicable, candidates with an Industrial/Organisational Psychology qualification should hold the appropriate professional registration for their field.

Benefits

• Market-related remuneration aligned with the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.
• Opportunity to work on a strategic HR project with a reputable organisation.
• Exposure to senior management and key organisational stakeholders.
• Opportunity to contribute to job grading, organisational development, HR policy and broader HR transformation initiatives .
• A professional environment that provides an opportunity to apply and further develop specialist HR expertise.
• Project-based/contract appointment with clearly defined deliverables and responsibilities.
• Professional exposure across multiple areas of Human Resources.