People Operations Specialist

EDF power solutions South Africa; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions provider in Gqeberha is seeking a People Operations Specialist to support HR administration, ensure compliance, and manage employee lifecycle processes. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in HR Management, 3–5 years of relevant experience, and strong knowledge of South African Labour Law. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a people-first culture focused on clean energy transition.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years' experience in a high-volume HR administration or people operations role.
• Strong understanding of South African Labour Law.
• Ability to work effectively across office and remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end HR administration including onboarding, contracts, and offboarding.
• Maintain employee records, leave tracking, and assist with payroll updates.
• Support with labour law compliance, inspections, and employee relations.

Skills

HR administration

Labour Law compliance

HRIS systems (Sage VIP, Payspace)

Time management

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management

Tools

MS365 suite

Job description

About EDF Power Solutions Southern Africa

EDF Power Solutions Southern Africa, a merger of EDF Renewables and EDF's International Division in the region, is a fast-growing leader in integrated energy solutions. With 4 wind farms in operation and over 1.4 GW under construction—including wind, solar, and battery storage—EDF is powering a greener, more sustainable future across Southern Africa.

The Role

We are seeking a highly organised People Operations Specialist to support the Senior People Business Partner and play a key role in managing HR administration, compliance, employee lifecycle processes, and on-site HR support. Based in Gqeberha, this role ensures efficient execution of people operations and seamless service to employees at both office and operational sites.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee end-to-end HR administration including onboarding, contracts, and offboarding

Maintain employee records, leave tracking, and assist with payroll updates

Support with labour law compliance, inspections, and employee relations (ER / IR)

Coordinate recruitment logistics, onboarding equipment, and in-office inductions

Assist with performance and probation tracking, documentation, and compliance

Support engagement activities, wellness drives, and team events

Liaise with site managers to ensure HR documentation and H&S compliance

Collaborate with the Talent Team, Compensation & Benefits, and business units

What You'll Need

Qualifications & Experience (Required) :

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or related field

3–5 years' experience in a high-volume HR administration or people operations role

Strong understanding of South African Labour Law

Experience with HRIS systems (Sage VIP, Payspace) and MS365 suite

Ability to work effectively across office and remote teams

Strong communication, time management, and problem-solving skills

Preferred :

Experience in the energy or infrastructure sector

Fluency in a third South African language

Why Join Us?

Be part of a people-first culture that supports South Africa's clean energy transition. If you're passionate about HR service delivery, administration, and supporting operational teams, this role is for you.

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