Site HR Manager — Mining, Safety & IR Lead

Sourcing and Recruitment Consultants; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy is seeking a Site HR Manager for a mining site in Polokwane, South Africa. The successful candidate will manage the full HR lifecycle, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and effective labor relations in a unionized environment. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and 5–10 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in the mining sector. Competitive salary offered based on experience (R600k - R900k CTC PA).

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in mining.
• High level of resilience and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, often remote mining environments.

Responsibilities

• Align HR strategies with operational goals.
• Manage relationships with unions and conflict resolution.
• Oversee end-to-end recruitment.
• Ensure HR activities adhere to safety regulations.
• Manage training programs and skill gaps.
• Lead community engagement efforts.

Skills

Strong knowledge of industry-specific labor laws

Expertise in managing multi-union environments

Proficiency in HR Information Systems (HRIS) and payroll software

Education

Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or Industrial Psychology

Job description

A recruitment consultancy is seeking a Site HR Manager for a mining site in Polokwane, South Africa. The successful candidate will manage the full HR lifecycle, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and effective labor relations in a unionized environment. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and 5–10 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in the mining sector. Competitive salary offered based on experience (R600k - R900k CTC PA).