Payroll / HR Administrator (3 month contract)

Staff Unlimited Recruitment; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Payroll / HR Administrator to manage payroll processes and HR functions in Port Elizabeth. The role requires proficiency in the Pastel payroll system and strong knowledge of labour legislation. The ideal candidate will have excellent time management and communication skills, with a commitment to confidentiality and detail. Available immediately for a 3-month contract.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Payroll / HR Administrator.
• Essential experience with Pastel payroll system.
• Strong knowledge of payroll processes and labour legislation.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and timeously.
• Maintain and update employee records and documentation.
• Administer the company’s access control system.

Skills

Payroll processing

HR administration

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Tools

Pastel payroll system

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Access control system

Job description

My client is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll / HR Administrator to join their team in Port Elizabeth on a 3 month contract basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing payroll processes, supporting HR functions, and ensuring compliance with company policies and statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and timeously on Pastel (non-negotiable requirement).
• Maintain and update employee records, including contracts, leave, benefits, and statutory documentation.
• Administer and monitor the company’s access control system, ensuring accurate time and attendance data.
• Assist with HR administration including recruitment coordination, onboarding, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Handle queries related to payroll, leave, benefits, and policies.
• Ensure compliance with labour legislation, company policies, and data privacy requirements.
• Generate and distribute payroll and HR reports as required.
• Support HR projects and ad-hoc administrative tasks.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Payroll / HR Administrator.
• Pastel payroll system experience – essential (non-negotiable).
• Experience working with an access control system.
• Strong knowledge of payroll processes, labour legislation, and statutory requirements.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• High level of accuracy, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
• Must be based in Port Elizabeth and available to start immediately.

Personal Attributes

• Reliable, disciplined, and proactive.
• Strong problem-solving and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professional, approachable, and committed to maintaining confidentiality.