Payroll and IR Administrator

Zest Worx; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing group in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Payroll and IR Administrator. The role involves managing the full wages payroll process and handling Industrial Relations administration. The ideal candidate has proven experience in payroll, strong knowledge of labour laws, and excellent communication skills. Join a dynamic team in a hands-on position with detailed responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in payroll administration, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of industrial relations practices.
• Ability to maintain accuracy and confidentiality in all payroll processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage full wages payroll process for all staff.
• Handle contracts updates and personal details for employees.
• Ensure compliance with statutory training and legal requirements.
• Support managers during disciplinary actions.

Skills

Payroll administration

Knowledge of labour laws

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Job description

Job Overview

Payroll and IR Administrator required in Johannesburg.

A well-established manufacturing group is seeking an experienced Payroll and IR Administrator to join their team. We are looking for a hands-on, detail-oriented all-rounder who can manage the full wages payroll process and handle Industrial Relations administration.

Responsibilities

• Waged Staff Files
  • Contracts updates (Fixed, Permanent and Project contracts)
  • Personal Details updates
  • Banking details
  • ID, Passport and work permits updates
  • Staff benefits updates (Provident Fund Details)
  • Updated leave forms and disciplinary forms
  • Wages Payroll
• Clocking’s and/or timesheets
  • Calculations of hours
  • Report absenteeism and late coming
  • Compile hours report/sheet for payroll
  • Manage and report overtime
  • Manage leave payments
  • Staff Loans
  • Legal Compliance
• Safety
  • Employment Equity
  • WSP and ATR
  • BEE
  • Statutory Training (Safety Rep, First Aid and Fire Fighter)
• Disciplinary
  • Policy and procedures compliance
  • Investigations
  • Disciplinary hearings arrangements
  • Appointments of Chairpersons
  • Support managers with Warnings
  • Dismissals documents
• Staff Forum
  • Meetings
  • Attendance
  • Minutes
  • Reporting
• What is being achieved
  • What is not being achieved with the action plan.

Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary qualification will be an advantage
• Proven experience in payroll administration (manufacturing environment an advantage)
• Strong knowledge of labour laws and IR practices
• Accuracy, confidentiality, and excellent communication skills