SA HR Country Lead - Compliance, Policies & Growth

Haskoning; Cape Town; Vor Ort; ZAR 750.000 - 1.100.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive base salary

Flexible work culture

Training and development

Inclusive workplace

Zusammenfassung

Haskoning South Africa seeks an experienced HR professional to lead employee relations, governance and local employment practices in South Africa. This role will ensure compliance with SA labour laws and manage the country handbooks and policies.

You will partner with global HR to localise programmes, develop benefits, and support the local management team on operational HR matters. A competitive salary and strong career growth await in this international consultancy.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 8 years in a broad HR role with emphasis on employee relations and employment law.
• Strong knowledge of South African labour legislation and HR compliance requirements.
• Experience developing and maintaining HR policies, handbooks and local employment frameworks.
• Experience managing or advising on employee benefits programmes.
• Experience working in international or matrix organisations.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.

Aufgaben

• Act as the primary HR contact for employee relations, guiding managers and staff on workplace issues, disciplinary processes, grievances and conflict resolution.
• Monitor SA labour legislation changes and ensure ongoing policy and practice compliance.
• Own and maintain the SA Employee Handbook and country-specific HR policies, aligning with global frameworks while reflecting local requirements.
• Develop the local employee benefits offering for competitiveness and compliance.
• Localise global HR policies and programmes when required and support implementation.
• Collaborate with local management on HR operational matters and workforce decisions.
• Coordinate local recruitment with Talent Acquisition to meet business needs.
• Work with Global Mobility, Talent Acquisition, Reward, and HRBP teams to represent local needs.

Kenntnisse

Employee relations

HR compliance

Policy development

Benefits management

Stakeholder management

Global-Local alignment

Employment law SA

Communication

Problem solving

Jobbeschreibung

Are you an experienced HR professional with a strong background in employee relations, HR governance and local employment practices? Do you enjoy ensuring that HR policies, benefits and employment practices are compliant, up to date and aligned with both business needs and legislation? Join our team in South Africa.

Location: Johannesburg

What you will do as HR Country Manager South Africa

The primary purpose of this role is to ensure that Haskoning's employment practices, employee benefits, policies and HR services in South Africa are compliant, effective and aligned with both local legislation and global HR frameworks.

You will act as the local HR expert and trusted advisor for managers and employees, with a strong focus on employee relations, local benefits management and the development and maintenance of country-specific HR policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary HR contact for employee relations matters, providing guidance and support to managers and employees on workplace issues, disciplinary processes, grievances and conflict resolution.
• Monitor changes in South African labour legislation and employment regulations and ensure ongoing compliance of local HR policies, procedures and practices.
• Own and maintain the South Africa Employee Handbook and other country-specific HR policies, ensuring alignment with global HR frameworks while reflecting local legal requirements.
• Manage and further develop the local employee benefits offering, ensuring competitiveness, compliance and alignment with market practices and business needs.
• Support the implementation of global HR policies and programmes at country level and ensure appropriate localisation where required.
• Partner with the local management team on HR operational matters and workforce-related decisions.
• Coordinate local recruitment activities in collaboration with the Talent Acquisition team.
• Work closely with the global Centres of Expertise (such as Global Mobility, Talent Acquisition, Reward and Talent Management) and HR Business Partners to ensure local needs are effectively represented and addressed.
  
  

Where you will work

At Haskoning, you will join an independent, employee-owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology. Our mission, "Enhancing Society Together," drives us to create a positive impact on the world.

We offer purpose-driven and challenging work in diverse international projects, leveraging our 140+ years of expertise. With over 6,800 employees in more than 25 countries, we work together to turn challenges into opportunities and make a real impact on society. We collaborate with leading clients in markets such as infrastructure, climate resilience, renewable energy, decarbonisation of industry, and sustainable mobility.

Of the 6,800 Haskoning employees globally, approximately 80 employees work in South Africa. In this country-focused role, you will play a key role in safeguarding compliance, supporting employees and ensuring that local HR practices remain fit for purpose. You can look forward to growing your career in a dynamic workplace with development opportunities and support on your career path.

What you bring

• Proven experience (minimum of 8 years) in a broad HR role with significant exposure to employee relations and employment law.
• Strong knowledge of South African labour legislation and HR compliance requirements.
• Experience in developing and maintaining HR policies, employee handbooks and local employment frameworks.
• Experience managing or advising on employee benefits programmes.
• Experience working within an international or matrix organisation.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to balance local business needs with global policies and standards.
• Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and a pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset.
• Proven ability to influence and build credibility with managers and employees at all levels.
  
  

What you can expect from us

At Haskoning, we believe that the well-being of our employees is essential to our shared success. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your professional development and personal well-being.

What We Offer

• A solid foundation: A competitive base salary (between 750.000 ZAR and 1.100.000 ZAR) with annual increases.
• Prioritisation of your well-being: by offering flexibility, support and a strong sense of community to ensure work and personal life go hand in hand.
• Development opportunities: A wide range of training and development programs, including tailored learning paths, learning weeks, and various knowledge-sharing groups.
• Informal and inclusive culture: A welcoming and open environment where people come first, diversity is embraced, team spirit is high, and everyone is approachable. And with voluntary social and sports activities, and employee networks such as Pride and Young Haskoning.
  
  

Are you our new colleague?

Then we would like to meet you! Click on the apply button and upload your resume and motivation letter. After receiving your application, we will contact you as soon as possible.

Do you have any questions about the role or the process? You can always contact Maria Boeve, Recruiter Corporate Groups, at [e-mail].

At Haskoning, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our mission of "Enhancing Society Together" drives us to create an environment that embraces each individual’s unique background, identity, and perspective. Regardless of your experience, background, age, gender, or other personal characteristics—you are welcome here. We believe that diversity makes us stronger and that an inclusive culture gives everyone the opportunity to grow and contribute. Read more about our ED&I initiatives on our dedicated webpage.

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