Payroll Administrator

Ergasia Placements; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Ergasia Placements' client in Wellington (Western Cape) seeks a Payroll Administrator to join immediately. The role covers wage administration, HR compliance, and data management within a confidential, detail‑driven environment.

Requirements include Grade 12, 3–5 years payroll experience, and proficiency with Sage/VIP/EJM. The incumbent will support recruitment, training records, and statutory submissions.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (Matric) essential.
• HR / Payroll qualification advantageous.
• 3–5 years' payroll administration experience preferred.
• Solid understanding of South African labour law and HR compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in payroll systems and MS Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Administer wages, salaries and employee benefits (PAYE, UIF, SDL, Provident Fund, Medical Aid and BCCEI).
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date personnel files and payroll records.
• Coordinate recruitment, including job advertisements, interviews and onboarding.
• Support training and development initiatives and maintain training records.
• Administer disciplinary, grievance and termination processes in line with company policy.
• Ensure labour law compliance and manage submissions to SARS, FEM, CESA and BCCEI.
• Prepare reports and assist with BBBEE and Employment Equity documentation.
• Support employee wellness and engagement activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Confidentiality

Education

Grade 12 (Matric)

HR/Payroll qualification

Tools

Sage

VIP

EJM

Job description

Our well-known client, in Wellington (Western Cape), is looking for their Payroll Administrator to join them immediately!

Requirements:

• Grade 12 (Matric) essential.
• HR / Payroll qualification (advantageous).
• 3–5 years' payroll administration experience, preferably in the construction or engineering industry.
• Solid understanding of South African labour law and HR compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in payroll systems (e.g. Sage, VIP, EJM or similar) and MS Office, especially Excel.
• Strong attention to detail, organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Discreet, professional and able to handle confidential information.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer wages, salaries and employee benefits (PAYE, UIF, SDL, Provident Fund, Medical Aid and BCCEI).
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date personnel files and payroll records.
• Coordinate recruitment, including job advertisements, interviews and onboarding.
• Support training and development initiatives and maintain training records.
• Administer disciplinary, grievance and termination processes in line with company policy.
• Ensure labour law compliance and manage submissions to SARS, FEM, CESA and BCCEI.
• Prepare reports and assist with BBBEE and Employment Equity documentation.
• Support employee wellness and engagement activities.