Senior HR Officer - George

Placements24; George; Vor Ort; ZAR 600.000 - 850.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical aid

Pension fund

Performance bonus

Paid time off

Growth opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Senior HR Officer in George, Western Cape. You will oversee HR functions, advise line managers, and drive people strategies to support business objectives.

The role requires a hands-on, proactive HR professional with strong labour law knowledge and experience in talent management, development and reward strategies. You will partner with management to create a positive work environment and deliver exceptional HR services.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in HRM or related field.
• 5-7 years in a comprehensive HR role, 2 years in senior capacity.
• Strong knowledge of SA labour law (BCEA, LRA, EEA, SDA).
• Experience handling employee relations, conflict resolution and disciplinary processes.
• Experience in talent acquisition, performance management and reward strategies.
• Analytical, problem-solving and decision-making abilities; excellent communication.

Aufgaben

• Provide expert HR advice to management and staff.
• Lead and manage complex employee relations, hearings and grievances.
• Oversee development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
• Drive talent management, succession planning and career development.
• Manage performance appraisal processes and coaching.
• Ensure payroll and benefits processing is accurate and timely.
• Conduct HR audits to ensure legal compliance.
• Lead recruitment for senior roles and critical hires.
• Develop and deliver training programs to enhance capabilities.
• Contribute to HR metrics and strategic planning.

Kenntnisse

Employee relations

Talent management

Payroll processing

Stakeholder communication

Ausbildung

Master's degree in HR Management

Tools

Sage VIP

SAP HR

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior HR Officer to join their established operations in George, Western Cape . This critical role involves overseeing a broad range of HR functions, ensuring that people strategies are effectively implemented to support the company's objectives. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned HR professional with a deep understanding of employment legislation, talent management, and organisational development. You will be instrumental in driving HR initiatives, advising line managers, and contributing to a positive and productive work environment. This position requires a hands-on approach and a commitment to delivering exceptional HR services within the George community. As a Senior HR Officer, you will be a key point of contact for employees and management on HR-related matters, ensuring that our client maintains its reputation as an employer of choice. We are looking for a proactive individual who can lead by example and contribute to the ongoing success of the HR department.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert HR advice and support to management and employees on all HR-related matters.
• Lead and manage complex employee relations issues, including disciplinary hearings and grievances.
• Oversee the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
• Drive talent management initiatives, including succession planning and career development.
• Manage the performance appraisal process and provide coaching on performance management.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll and benefits administration.
• Conduct HR audits to ensure compliance with labour laws and company policies.
• Lead recruitment efforts for senior-level positions and critical hires.
• Develop and facilitate training programs to enhance employee capabilities.
• Contribute to strategic HR planning and the development of HR metrics.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a comprehensive HR role, with at least 2 years in a senior capacity.
• In-depth knowledge of South African labour law, including BCEA, LRA, EEA, and SDA.
• Demonstrated experience in managing employee relations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary processes.
• Strong understanding of talent acquisition, performance management, and reward strategies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems (e.g., Sage VIP, SAP HR) and advanced Microsoft Office skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive and results-oriented mindset.

Benefits

• Our client provides a competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• This role comes with an attractive salary, comprehensive medical aid and pension fund benefits, and opportunities for significant professional growth within the organisation.
• You will be working in a dynamic and supportive environment in the scenic town of George , contributing to a company committed to its people.
• Performance bonuses and paid time off are also part of the remuneration structure.
• We believe in investing in our employees and supporting their long-term career aspirations within our organisation.