Human Resources Manager

SUMMARY:
Lexdan Select is assisting a manufacturing company with their search for an HR Manager.
This role is based in Pinetown, Durban.

POSITION INFO:
Duties and responsibilities:

• Serve as an active member of the Exco, contributing to organizational strategy and decision-making.
• Champion the company culture, values, and integrity across all levels of the business.
• Advise the CEO and Board on HR, transformation, compliance, and people-related matters.
• Oversee the end-to-end recruitment process: advertising, sourcing, interviewing, referencing, and background checks, and onboarding/induction.
• Ensure full compliance with South African labour laws, including MIBCO regulations and Workmen’s Compensation.
• Ensure a positive work environment through proactive employee relations, address grievances, mediate disputes, and manage disciplinary processes
• Oversee Employment Equity and BBBEE compliance, ensuring diversity and inclusion goals are achieved.
• Ensure accurate payroll administration, compliance with statutory requirements, oversee time and attendance management, leave processing, and UIF documentation.
• Implement engagement strategies including surveys, recognition programs, and team-building activities.
• Develop and implement training and development programs aligned with business needs.
• Manage learnerships, internships, and upskilling opportunities in line with BBBEE and EE goals.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Business, or related field (postgraduate qualification advantageous).
• Minimum 7–10 years’ HR management experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership/Exco role.
• Proven track record in industrial relations, transformation, and compliance.
• Experience in a manufacturing/automotive or similar environment advantageous.