HR Manager

SUMMARY:
Our client is looking for an experienced HR Manager to coordinate and oversee all people-management functions in line with company policies and South African legislative best practice.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12
• National Diploma or Degree in Human Resources Management or Industrial/Organisational Psychology
• 5+ years’ HR Management experience
• Experience in the fishing industry (advantageous)
• Strong knowledge of South African labour legislation
• Experience with Payroll Systems (VIP)
• Experience with biometric systems
• Strong knowledge of people-management best practices
• Valid driver’s licence

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain sound working relationships with internal stakeholders and external service providers.
• Ensure consistent implementation of company policies and minimise business risk.
• Develop critical HR policies where required, aligned to legal best practice.
• Support effective communication and engagement between management and employees.
• Coordinate disciplinary processes, grievance handling, incapacity matters, operational requirements and employee wellness.

• Coordinate recruitment and selection processes for all staff, including learners.
• Oversee planning and implementation of employee training and development programmes.
• Manage statistical data and reporting for Employment Equity, Skills Development and BBBEE.

• Oversee time and attendance administration and leave management for monthly-paid employees.
• Ensure accurate payroll administration and data processing for monthly employees.
• Maintain effective filing systems and manage all employee records and legal documentation.
• Draft employee contracts (Factory and Vessels).
• Provide administrative support to all departments across the group.
• Process documentation and prepare HR-related reports (staffing, recruitment, training, applications etc.).
• Coordinate HR projects (meetings, training, surveys, donations, community initiatives) and minute-taking.
• Handle employee queries related to HR policies and processes.
• Assist payroll with relevant data, increases, back-pay calculations, and required reporting.
• Administer biometric systems.

• Support implementation of the Employment Equity Act, Skills Development Act and Occupational Health & Safety Act.
• Manage recruitment and termination administration, time and attendance, and pay calculations.
• Compile weekly wages and process payments for weekly-paid employees.
• Perform Health & Safety administrative duties, including incident/accident reporting and H&S training updates.
• Gather information for various internal and external applications.
• Manage logistics for workshops, events, and CSI initiatives.
• Perform ad-hoc HR and payroll tasks as required.

Competencies

• Strong conflict management and negotiation skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational, time-management and people-management abilities
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure
• Strong analytical skills and high attention to detail
• Excellent presentation skills
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Proficient in VIP Payroll