HR Administrator

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

HR Administrator

COEGA, PORT ELIZABETH

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate employee records in HR systems and personnel files.
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, and new hire documentation.
• Support payroll by verifying timekeeping data and benefits enrolment; address payroll queries.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, employment laws, and safety regulations.
• Address employee inquiries and escalate as needed.
• Coordinate training logistics and onboarding for new hires.
• Provide general HR administrative support (scheduling, correspondence, supplies).
• Prepare reports on HR metrics (headcount, turnover, absenteeism) and identify trends.
• Support employee engagement initiatives (recognition programs, events, gifting).
• Promote a safe work environment with the HSE Officer, conduct safety checks.
• Handle disciplinary and grievance procedures, assist with hearings, and process referrals.
• Monitor staff punctuality and attendance; communicate with labour brokers and staff.
• Request attendance/leave reports and report habitual offenders to management.

Minimum Requirements:

• Human Resources Diploma or Degree.
• Minimum 5 years HR administration experience at manufacturing plant level.
• Experience dealing with unions/shop stewards.
• Code 8 driver’s license.

Personal Attributes:

• Strong administration and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of employment laws.
• Proficient in English (reading/writing).
• Team player; proactive and confident approach

 

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