HR Officer

Recruiter:

Van der Vyver Transport

Job Ref:

133809007

Date posted:

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Location:

Brackenfell, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

We are looking for an experienced Senior HR Administrator to support our HR function across administration, industrial relations, compliance, and payroll support. This role works closely with the HR Manager and is suited to a strong HR administrator who values accuracy, structure, and professional HR practices, and who is interested in developing broader HR capability over time.

Who We Are

We specialise in the long-distance transportation of refrigerated goods and operate in a fast-paced, operational environment where reliability, compliance, and people management are critical. Our people and culture are central to our success, and we are committed to maintaining fair, consistent, and legally compliant HR practices across the business.

Who You Are

You are an organised, detail-oriented HR professional with a solid foundation in HR administration and labour legislation. You work comfortably with confidential information, communicate professionally with employees and management, and take ownership of accuracy and follow-through. You are practical, calm under pressure and comfortable working within established processes while learning through exposure and experience.

Key Responsibilities

Full ownership of recruitment processes, including advertising vacancies, screening applications, coordinating interviews, and preparing appointment documentation.
Manage and coordinate onboarding processes for new employees, including onboarding packs and gifts.
Take ownership of learning and development administration, including preparation and submission of the Workplace Skills Plan (WSP) and Annual Training Report (ATR).
Assist with disciplinary processes, grievances, and industrial relations documentation.
Prepare and maintain HR documentation such as contracts, letters, job descriptions and policy-related records.
Support compliance with South African labour legislation (BCEA, LRA, EEA, BBBEE, COIDA).
Act as a point of contact for employee HR-related queries and escalate matters where appropriate.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years’ experience in an HR administration role
Relevant HR qualification or equivalent practical experience
Sound understanding of South African labour legislation

Strong computer and HR Systems literacy, Sage 300 or Sage People advantageous

Strong administrative skills and attention to detail
Professional communication and ability to handle confidential information

What We Offer

Exposure to a broad HR function within an operational environment
Opportunity to develop professionally through close collaboration with the HR Manager
Market-related remuneration
Stable, team-oriented working environment

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