Automotive Industrial Relations (IR) Specialist & Policy Development - OEM Level - Gauteng, Midrand

Recruiter:

Select Motor Recruitment

Job Ref:

JHB000709/DP

Date posted:

Friday, November 28, 2025

Location:

Midrand, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Reports to: Senior HR Manager
Remuneration: Market Related dependent on skill set, knowledge, and experience

Purpose Of The Job:

Our client is looking for and experienced and qualified IR Specialist to join the team. The Industrial Relations (IR) Specialist and Policy Development role focuses on managing employee relations, ensuring compliance with labour legislation, and developing comprehensive HR policies. This position supports a healthy workplace environment through dispute resolution, union engagement, and policy creation that aligns with the company’s strategic objectives and legal requirements.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:

Industrial Relations (IR)

Manage employee relations processes including disciplinary hearings, grievance resolutions, and dispute management
Facilitate communication and negotiation with trade unions and employee representatives
Provide guidance to management and employees on labour law compliance and best practices
Coordinate and support Section 189 retrenchment processes and organisational change initiatives
Collaborate with legal advisors regarding labour disputes, arbitration, and labour court cases
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of South African labour legislation and industrial relations trends

Policy Development

Develop, review, and update HR policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance and alignment with corporate values
Communicate and promote policies across the organisation to ensure clear understanding and consistent application
Facilitate training and briefing sessions for management and employees on new and existing HR policies
Monitor implementation and effectiveness of policies, recommending improvements as needed
Ensure policies reflect regulatory changes and industry best practices

Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Labour Relations, Human Resources, or related discipline
Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in industrial relations and HR policy development
Solid knowledge of South African labour legislation (LRA, BCEA) and relevant collective agreements
Experience managing disciplinary processes, grievances, and union engagements
Automotive OEM Industry experience is essential!!
Strong policy writing and communication skills
Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and integrity

Competencies:

Labour Law and Industrial Relations Expertise
Conflict Management and Negotiation
HR Policy Research and Writing
Effective Communication and Training
Stakeholder Engagement
Analytical Thinking
Integrity and Confidentiality
Time and Project Management

Please note only candidates with the required experience will be contacted and considered. If you are not contacted within 14 days from application, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.
Applications will only be considered from candidates who meet the specified criteria as per the job spec. If you do not meet the requirements, Select Motor Recruitment reserves the right not to respond to your application.

Applications should be submitted no later than Thursday 4 December 2025.

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