Senior HR Officer

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 380,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Senior HR Officer to join the Vereeniging team, delivering comprehensive HR support across the employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding to performance management and relations.

You will ensure policy compliance with SA labor laws, manage payroll, benefits, HRIS, and drive training and strategic HR initiatives to enhance the employee experience and organisational effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HRM or related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in an HR Officer/Generalist role.
• Strong knowledge of South African labor law (BCEA, LRA, EEA).
• Proven experience in employee relations, conflict resolution and disciplinary procedures.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS and MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute HR processes including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and performance management.
• Provide expert advice on HR policies, procedures, and employment legislation.
• Oversee administration of benefits, payroll, and HR information systems.
• Conduct investigations into grievances and disciplinary matters with fair application of policies.
• Develop and deliver HR training programs to enhance capabilities.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of HR strategies aligned with business goals.

Skills

HR policy guidance

Labor law knowledge (SA)

HRIS proficiency

Recruitment & onboarding

Employee relations

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management

Tools

HRIS systems

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned and proactive Senior HR Officer to join their dedicated team in Vereeniging . This role is vital in providing comprehensive HR support across the employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding to performance management and employee relations. You will act as a key point of contact for employees and management, ensuring HR policies are implemented effectively and fostering a positive and compliant work environment. This position requires a strong understanding of South African labor law and a commitment to delivering exceptional HR services within the Gauteng region. You will play a crucial part in shaping the employee experience and supporting strategic HR initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and execute HR processes including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and performance management.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to employees and managers on HR policies, procedures, and employment legislation.
• Oversee the administration of employee benefits, payroll, and HR information systems.
• Conduct investigations into employee grievances and disciplinary matters, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies.
• Develop and deliver HR training programs to enhance employee and manager capabilities.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of HR strategies aligned with business goals.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or a related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in a comprehensive HR Officer or HR Generalist role.
• In-depth knowledge of South African labor law, BCEA, LRA, EEA, and other relevant legislation.
• Proven experience in employee relations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary procedures.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and MS Office Suite.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with annual performance reviews and potential bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and advanced HR training.
• A stable and supportive work environment in Vereeniging .
• Access to leading HR practices and resources.