OEM - Automotive HR Officer EE Vacancy - Gauteng, Northern Suburbs

Select Motor Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking an experienced HR Officer to manage day-to-day human resource functions. The role requires at least 3 years of HR experience, preferably in the motor industry. Responsibilities include recruitment, employee relations, compliance, and performance management. Candidates must possess strong communication skills, HR qualifications, and effective IT capabilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of related HR experience in the motor industry.
• Strong knowledge of South African labour laws and HR best practices.
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate end-to-end recruitment processes.
• Support management in handling employee relations matters.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR reports.
• Facilitate and coordinate performance management.

Skills

HR policies and procedures

Effective communication skills

Industrial Relations exposure

Computer literacy

Sound business acumen

Education

HR qualification (diploma or degree)

Tools

SAGE / ESS experience

HR information systems

Job description

Overview

Summary:

Reports to: HR Manager

Remuneration: R31 500 – R35 000 (Monthly CTC & 13th cheque)

Note: EE Vacancy

Purpose Of The Job:

Our client is looking for an experienced and qualified HR Officer to join the team. The successful incumbent will manage the day-to-day Human Resource functions of the company. Primary objectives include the development of an employee-oriented culture that emphasizes quality, continuous improvement, and high performance.

Position Info

Responsibilities:

• Recruitment & Onboarding: Coordinate end-to-end recruitment processes including screening, interviews, offers, onboarding, and induction

Employee Relations:

• Support management in handling employee relations matters, IR matters, ensuring adherence to labour laws and internal policies

HR Administration:

• Maintain accurate employee records, contracts, leave records, and HR reports
• Update and manage the HR information system (HRIS)
• MIBCO administration i.e. onboarding, memberships and levies

Performance Management:

• Performance Management facilitation and co-ordination
• Assist with performance review processes and support managers in implementing performance improvement plans

Training & Development:

• Identify training needs, coordinate training sessions, and track development plans in line with business objectives.

Policy Implementation:

• Ensure company HR policies and procedures are communicated, updated, and implemented consistently

Payroll Support:

• Collaborate with payroll by providing accurate and timely HR-related payroll input (e.g. leave, terminations, new employees)

Compliance & Reporting:

• Ensure compliance with Labour Legislation, BCEA, EEA, LRA, OHSA, and company policies
• Compile HR reports as required

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years" related HR experience in the motor industry, dealership environment essential
• HR qualification (diploma or degree) essential
• SAGE / ESS experience essential
• Motor Industry Bargaining Council experience essential
• Motor Industry Experience essential
• HR policies and procedures
• Industrial Relations exposure
• Strong knowledge of South African labour laws and HR best practices
• Sound business acumen and Industrial Relations skills
• Effective communication skills
• The ability to work in cross-functional teams
• High level of computer literacy essential
• Sound understanding of information systems (IT) as a business enabler

Note: Please note only candidates with the required experience will be contacted and considered. If you are not contacted within 14 days from application, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.

Applications will only be considered from candidates who meet the specified criteria as per the job spec. If you do not meet the requirements, Select Motor Recruitment reserves the right not to respond to your application.

Applications should be submitted no later than Monday 1 September 2025.