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

POSITION INFO:

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

 

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