HR Manager

SUMMARY:

1. Recruitment & Talent Management

• Oversee recruitment for all lodges and head office positions.
• Develop job descriptions and manage the full hiring process.
• Coordinate interviews with lodge managers and department heads.
• Manage onboarding and induction for new employees.

1. Employee Relations

• Act as the main HR contact for lodge managers and staff.
• Handle disciplinary procedures, grievances, and conflict resolution.
• Ensure fair labour practices across all properties.
• Promote positive workplace culture and employee engagement.

1. Labour Law Compliance

• Ensure compliance with South African labour legislation, including:
• Basic Conditions of Employment Act
• Labour Relations Act
• Employment Equity Act
• Maintain proper employee records and HR policies.
• Represent the company in labour matters if necessary.

1. Training & Development

• Identify training needs for lodge staff.
• Coordinate skills development and hospitality training programs.
• Manage performance reviews and development plans.
• Support leadership development for lodge managers.

1. HR Administration

• Maintain employee files, contracts, and HR documentation.
• Manage leave records, disciplinary records, and HR reports.
• Oversee HR systems and employee databases.

1. Payroll & Benefits Support

• Work with finance/payroll teams to ensure accurate payroll.
• Manage employee benefits, leave, and allowances.
• Ensure compliance with statutory deductions.

1. Policy Development

• Develop and update HR policies and procedures.
• Ensure consistent implementation across all lodges.
• Implement HR best practices within the hospitality industry.

1. Health & Safety

• Support compliance with workplace health and safety regulations.
• Assist with incident reporting and risk management.

POSITION INFO:
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in:
• Human Resource Management
• Industrial Psychology
• Business Administration
• 5–8 years HR experience (preferably in hospitality, tourism, or lodge operations).
• Knowledge of South African labour legislation.
• Experience managing HR for multiple sites or branches.

• HR certification from South African Board for People Practices (SABPP).
• Experience in the hospitality or lodge industry.
• HRIS and payroll system experience.

• Strong knowledge of labour law
• Conflict resolution and negotiation
• Leadership and management
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• HR strategy and workforce planning
• Organizational and administrative skills