Strategic HR Leader - Manufacturing (Durban)

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Disability insurance

Pension fund

Professional development

Relocation assistance

Annual bonus

Vibrant environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead the HR department in a full-time, on-site capacity. You will develop and implement HR strategies, ensure compliance with SA labor law, and drive employee engagement across the manufacturing workforce.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in HRM/Industrial Psychology and at least 8 years of progressive HR experience, including 4 years in management.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years HR experience with at least 4 years in a managerial role.
• Extensive knowledge of South African labor law and industrial relations.
• Manufacturing sector experience preferred.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and relevant software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute HR strategies aligning with business goals.
• Oversee talent acquisition, compensation, benefits, employee relations, performance management and training.
• Ensure compliance with SA labor laws and company policies.
• Lead and mentor the HR team to drive high performance.
• Manage recruitment to attract top talent across departments.
• Implement employee engagement programs to boost morale and productivity.
• Handle complex employee relations, disciplinary actions and grievances.
• Oversee payroll processing and benefits administration.
• Conduct HR audits and report on key metrics for improvement.
• Collaborate with senior management on organizational development and workforce planning.

Skills

Strategic leadership

HR policy development

Employee relations

Talent acquisition

Workforce planning

Education

Master's degree in HRM/Industrial Psychology

Tools

HRIS systems

Job description

Placements24 in Durban is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead the HR department in a full-time, on-site capacity. You will develop and implement HR strategies, ensure compliance with SA labor law, and drive employee engagement across the manufacturing workforce.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in HRM/Industrial Psychology and at least 8 years of progressive HR experience, including 4 years in management.