Senior HR Analyst - Workforce Planning & Analytics

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Medical aid & retirement fund

Performance-based incentives

Professional development opportunities

Upington-based role with advanced data

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior HR Analyst in Upington to drive workforce planning and analytics. The role focuses on collecting and analyzing HR data, forecasting needs, and providing strategic insights to senior leadership in a renewable energy context.

The successful candidate will optimize talent management, develop dashboards, and collaborate with business leaders to ensure the right talent is in the right place at the right time. Strong communication and data storytelling are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Statistics, Data Science, Business Analytics or related quantitative field.
• 5–7 years of experience in HR analytics, workforce planning or related analytical role.
• Proven ability to analyze data, build models and produce actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement workforce planning models and strategies.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret HR data from HRIS, payroll, and performance systems.
• Create reports and dashboards on headcount, turnover, recruitment, and compensation trends.
• Identify trends, risks and opportunities; provide data-driven recommendations.
• Support talent acquisition with data-driven sourcing, hiring effectiveness and pipeline insights.
• Analyze performance data to inform development and succession planning.
• Maintain organizational charts and position management systems.
• Collaborate with leaders to understand workforce needs and provide data-driven support.
• Ensure data accuracy and governance; stay updated on HR analytics best practices.

Skills

HR analytics

Workforce planning

Data analysis

Statistical modeling

Advanced Excel

Communication & presentation

Independent project work

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Statistics/Data Science/Business Analytics

Tools

SAP HR

Oracle HCM

Tableau

Power BI

Excel (Advanced)

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent leader in the renewable energy sector, is seeking a highly analytical and strategic Senior HR Analyst to focus on Workforce Planning and Analytics. This role is instrumental in leveraging data to drive informed HR decision-making and strategic workforce planning. Based in Upington, Northern Cape , the Senior HR Analyst will be responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting HR data to identify trends, forecast future workforce needs, and provide actionable insights to senior leadership. The successful candidate will play a key role in optimizing talent management, ensuring the organization has the right talent in the right place at the right time. This is a critical position within the HR department, contributing to the company's strategic growth and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive workforce planning models and strategies.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret HR data from various sources (HRIS, payroll, performance management systems).
• Create insightful reports and dashboards on key HR metrics, including headcount, turnover, recruitment, and compensation trends.
• Identify workforce trends, risks, and opportunities, and provide recommendations to mitigate challenges and capitalize on opportunities.
• Support talent acquisition strategies through data-driven insights on sourcing, hiring effectiveness, and pipeline management.
• Analyze employee performance data and provide insights to support development and succession planning.
• Develop and maintain organizational charts and position management systems.
• Collaborate with business leaders to understand their workforce needs and provide data-driven support.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity, and implement processes for data governance.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices in HR analytics and workforce planning.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Statistics, Data Science, Business Analytics, or a related quantitative field.
• A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in HR analytics, workforce planning, or a related analytical role.
• Proven experience in data analysis, statistical modeling, and reporting.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems (e.g., SAP HR, Oracle HCM) and advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of HR processes and metrics.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience in the renewable energy or industrial sector is a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package, with a base salary up to ZAR per annum, dependent on experience and qualifications.
• Employees will receive comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions, as well as performance-based incentives.
• This role provides excellent opportunities for professional development and exposure to strategic workforce planning initiatives.
• The position is located in Upington, Northern Cape , a region with significant industrial growth.
• Further benefits include opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects, a collaborative and data-driven work environment, and access to advanced analytical tools and training.
• Join an organization committed to innovation and leveraging data for strategic success.