Regional HR Manager - Pretoria North

You Choose Recruit; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organisation within the transport sector is seeking an experienced Regional HR Manager to oversee HR functions across its Northern operations. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of HR experience, including 5 years in a managerial role, and strong knowledge of South African labour legislation. This position involves strategic workforce planning, oversight of recruitment, and ensuring compliance with labour laws.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years’ HR experience in a unionised environment.
• At least 5 years in a managerial role.
• Valid Code 08 (EB) driver’s licence required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all HR functions within the North Region.
• Develop and manage HR budgets.
• Drive recruitment and selection in alignment with Employment Equity Plan.

Skills

HR operations management

Employee relations

Budget management

Labour legislation compliance

Union engagement

Strategic workforce planning

Education

Tertiary qualification in Human Resources Management

Matric (Grade 12)

Tools

MS Office

HR software

Job description

Overview

REGIONAL HR MANAGER – NORTH

(Transport / Automotive Industry)

A leading organisation within the transport sector is seeking an experienced Regional HR Manager to oversee the full human resources function across its Northern operations. This pivotal role reports directly to the Personnel Services Executive and forms part of the regional management team.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all HR functions within the North Region.
• Partner with line management to support strategic objectives, workforce planning, and operational performance.
• Develop and manage HR budgets, analyse variances, and ensure cost control within approved frameworks.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable labour legislation, collective agreements, and internal policies.
• Drive the recruitment, selection, and placement of staff in alignment with the Employment Equity Plan.
• Manage employee relations within a unionised environment, ensuring constructive engagement with labour.
• Lead training, development, and succession planning initiatives.
• Maintain accurate personnel records, manage benefits, and ensure compliance with POPIA.
• Develop, implement, and communicate HR policies, procedures, and strategies.
• Manage the regional HR team to ensure high standards of performance and delivery.
• Participate in business strategy discussions and HR-focused projects.

Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent qualification.
• A tertiary qualification in Human Resources Management (postgraduate or additional legal / financial qualifications will be advantageous).
• Minimum 7 years’ HR experience in a unionised environment, preferably within the transport or motor industry, with at least 5 years in a managerial role.
• Valid Code 08 (EB) driver’s licence.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office and experience with HR, Payroll, and Time & Attendance systems.
• Strong knowledge of South African labour legislation and Main Agreements.
• Proven track record of managing HR operations across multiple sites or business units.