HR Specialist

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POSITION INFO:

Description/Synopsis:

Our client, a respected multinational FMCG company, seeks a proactive and detail-oriented HR Administrator to join their Johannesburg-based team. This role is ideal for an HR professional looking to grow within a fast-paced, people-focused manufacturing environment. You’ll play a pivotal role in supporting HR operations across payroll, recruitment, employee relations, and compliance—contributing directly to a dynamic and high-performing culture.

Minimum Requirements:

• Degree in Human Resources or related field – essential
• Minimum of 3–5 years’ HR administration experience, ideally within FMCG or manufacturing industries
• Experience in a Shared Services environment advantageous
  Strong knowledge of HR processes, labour law, and BCEA
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
  Ability to manage sensitive information with confidentiality and integrity
• Extensive IR knowledge and experience
• Strong MS Excel
• Experience with Payroll and HR Information Systems, with experience in Sage/VIP and Workday an advantage.

Responsibilities:

• Support the HR Manager with all general HR administration and coordination
• Manage payroll inputs, employee data, and HR reporting
• Coordinate recruitment and onboarding processes
• Update monthly reports for the site (Organograms, Variance, Overtime, etc)
• Prepare and co-ordinate activities for Legal and Governance Audits
• Support employee capability building and skills development through L&D programmes
• Drive the performance management cycle – performance objectives and applicable
• bonus payments
• Administration of injury on duty claims
• Organize and maintain personnel records
• Collate monthly timesheets and overtime registers within agreed deadlines
• Manage employee relations within assigned business area
• Manage disciplinary matters and grievances within framework
• Manage union relationships

Soft Skills / Additional Info:

• Professional and approachable with strong attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Adaptable, proactive, and able to meet tight deadlines
• Passion for people, compliance, and continuous improvement