Industrial Relations Officer

Boardroom Appointments; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Boardroom Appointments is seeking an Industrial Relations Officer based in Pretoria. The role requires a tertiary HR/IR/LLB qualification with at least 5 years of IR experience, and strong knowledge of MIBCO Main Agreement, LRA, BCEA, SDA, EEA. Automotive/MIBCO experience and union exposure are essential.

You will investigate incidents, oversee disciplinary matters, mediate grievances, and represent the company at CCMA/DRC while ensuring legislative compliance.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in HR/IR/LLB is required.
• 5+ years' experience in industrial relations.
• In-depth knowledge of MIBCO Main Agreement, LRA, BCEA, SDA, EEA and unions.

Responsibilities

• Investigate incidents for charge/warning formulations and oversee disciplinary enquiries.
• Draft notices for disciplinary enquiries and assist management in preparation.
• Mediate to resolve employee grievances when required.
• Manage disciplinary actions, retrenchment and litigation.
• Represent the company at CCMA and DRC.
• Build and maintain relationships with Workplace Forum, Shop Stewards and Union Officials.

Skills

Problem solving

Mediation

Independent worker

Time management

Organised

Critical thinking

Pressure handling

Attention to detail

Education

Tertiary qualification in HR / IR / LLB

Job description

About the job Industrial Relations Officer

• Tertiary qualification in HR / IR / LLB.
• 5+ years experience in IR
• Excellent knowledge of all relevant legislation, including: MIBCO Main Agreement, LRA, BCEA, SDA, EEA.
• Automotive (MIBCO) Experience non-negotiable
• In-depth exposure to Unions

Skills and Attributes:

• Excellent at problem solving
• Expertise in mediation and consultation
• Work independently
• Well organised and good time management skills
• Effective critical thinking and evaluating skills
• Works well under pressure and meeting tight deadlines
• Meticulous attention to detail

Responsibilities:

• Investigating incidents for charge / warning formulation and oversee disciplinary enquiries
• Charge formulation / Drafting notices to attend disciplinary enquiries
• Assist Management / Supervisors in preparation for disciplinary enquiries
• Facilitate as a mediator when required to resolve employee grievances
• Manage disciplinary actions, retrenchment and litigation.
• Strike Management
• Assisting with management of staff regarding performance management, late coming, absenteeism and various labourissues
• Assist Management and Supervisors in the issuing of warnings and advise management on warnings to be issued
• Prepare and issue dismissal / termination documentation and procedures
• Represent the company at CCMA and DRC
• Ensure legislative compliance and consistency
• Build, manage and maintain relationships (Workplace Forum, Shop Stewards and Union Officials)
• Ensure people management and employee relations are smooth
• Building and maintaining successful relationships with various stakeholders
• Ensure fair and consistent application of company policies and procedures
• Ensure regular engagement sessions / meetings with labour stakeholders to ensure a harmonious workplace.
• Perform any other tasks related as and when required by Management, and give support to Holding Group requests.