Human Resources Manager

Recruiter:

Pollock & Associates

Job Ref:

JK6279

Date posted:

Wednesday, February 4, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Competitive CTC Package offered

SUMMARY:
A multinational organisation operating in a matrixed environment is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead site-based HR delivery across Southern Africa.

POSITION INFO:

This is a senior generalist role requiring strong governance, independence, and the confidence to challenge leadership when decisions fall outside policy, legislation, or agreed HR frameworks. The role sits on the local Leadership Team and acts as the primary HR advisor to site and business leaders, balancing global HR standards with South African operational and legislative realities. You will oversee end-to-end HR operations, labour relations, compliance, payroll, and people development, while delivering local transformation initiatives aligned to global HR strategy.

Non-Negotiable Requirements

Degree in Human Resources
Minimum 5 years’ experience as an HR Manager
Proven experience in a multinational, matrixed environment
Experience working across multiple African countries would be advantageous
Strong SA labour law expertise (including MIBCO and unions)
High professional credibility, sound judgement, and strong consulting capability

Key Responsibilities

Advise and coach leadership on HR, ER/LR, performance, and engagement
Full-cycle recruitment, including blue-collar hiring
Manage labour relations, unions, bargaining councils, CCMA cases, and disputes
Ensure compliance with SA labour legislation, EE, Skills Development, and BBBEE
Own site HR budgets, KPIs, and local HR projects
Lead payroll and HR systems administration
Drive training, EE transformation, and organisational development initiatives

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