Senior Human Resources Officer

Work Africa; East London; On-site; ZAR 619,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Senior Human Resources Officer to provide comprehensive HR services. Responsibilities include managing recruitment, compliance, payroll, and performance management while fostering strong labour relations. Ideal candidates should hold a relevant degree with significant HR experience and skills in Sage and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ experience as HR generalist; supervisory experience advantageous.
• At least 3 years' payroll experience.
• Strong knowledge of South African labour legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage full HR operations: recruitment, onboarding, and payroll.
• Ensure compliance with SARS, SETA, and labour legislation.
• Oversee performance management and training programs.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Degree or National Diploma in HR Management or related field

Tools

Sage 300

Sage Business Cloud Payroll

Microsoft Office

Job description

SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER / MAKHANDA (GRAHAMSTOWN ) - To provide comprehensive HR administration and support services to the management and staff of SALB. Start Date : 1 September 2025 (or earlier)

Minimum Requirements :

Degree or National Diploma in HR Management or related field

Minimum 4 years’ experience as HR generalist; supervisory experience is advantageous

At least 3 years' payroll experience (preferably Sage 300, Sage Business Cloud Payroll, and Self-Service)

Strong knowledge of South African labour legislation (LRA, BCEA, SDA, EEA, OHSA)

Experience with SARS eFiling, WSP / ATR submissions, and Workman’s Compensation

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (intermediate level)

Valid driver’s license (held for at least 2 years); willingness to travel

Key Responsibilities :

Manage full HR operations : recruitment, onboarding, leave, benefits, and payroll

Ensure compliance with SARS, SETA, and labour legislation

Oversee performance management, training, and wellness programmes

Manage labour relations and interact with organised labour

Provide strategic and administrative support to Senior Manager : HR & Development

Supervise junior HR staff and assist with audits and HR reporting

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong organisational, leadership, and networking abilities

Analytical, detail-oriented, and capable of handling confidential information

Ability to multitask and engage diverse stakeholders

Remuneration : R618,937.68 CTC per annum

Application Details : Submit : Apply online, or mail Application letter, CV, certified copies of qualifications & SA ID To : Claire O’Reilly – [e-mail] , use REF : SHROMAKHANDA

Deadline : 25 July 2025

Note : Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups, particularly persons with disabilities. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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