Human Resources Officer (Solar Project)

Recruiter:

JeloCorp

Job Ref:

3674868558

Date posted:

Tuesday, March 3, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:
Overview A leading organisation within the renewable energy and engineering sector is seeking a qualified and experienced Human Resources Officer to support workforce management across project operations in Cape Town. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing HR administration, employee relations, compliance, onboarding, and payroll coordination within a fast-paced project environment. This position requires a strong understanding of South African labour legislation and experience supporting site-based and office-based employees within engineering, construction, infrastructure, or energy environments. Key Responsibilities • Support full HR lifecycle functions for both site-based and office-based employees • Coordinate recruitment processes including CV screening, interview scheduling, and onboarding • Draft and prepare employment contracts in line with South African labour legislation • Ensure compliance with relevant employment legislation • Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and HR documentation • Liaise with payroll providers to ensure accurate processing of timesheets, leave records, and statutory deductions • Monitor leave management, attendance tracking, and performance records • Provide HR support on disciplinary procedures, grievance handling, and employee relations matters • Support IR-related processes and assist management with labour dispute matters when required • Coordinate training initiatives and general HR administrative functions • Maintain effective communication between workforce and project management teams Minimum Requirements (Non-Negotiable) • South African citizen or permanent resident • Diploma or Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or related field • Minimum 3–5 years’ HR experience within engineering, construction, infrastructure, or energy project environments • Solid working knowledge of South African Labour Law • Experience supporting project-based or site-based workforce environments • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) • Strong administrative and organisational skills • Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced project environment Advantageous • Experience working on construction or renewable energy projects • Familiarity with time and attendance systems • Exposure to unionised workforce environments • Experience working within international project environments

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