IR Officer (Sasolburg)

SUMMARY:
We are seeking the skills of a suitably qualified IR Officer. Applications are welcome from all candidates who meet the specified criteria.

POSITION INFO:
Position based in Sasolburg for an Industrial Relations (IR) Officer.

Minimum Requirements:

• National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Labour Law, or Industrial Relations.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar IR-focused role within an industrial, construction, or engineering environment.
• In-depth knowledge of South African labour legislation.
• Proven experience handling CCMA/Bargaining Council cases from conciliation to arbitration.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to travel between various sites or project locations as required.
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all industrial relations matters across the organization.
• Interpret and apply relevant labour legislation, including the Labour Relations Act, BCEA, and applicable bargaining council agreements.
• Advise management on disciplinary processes, grievance procedures, and conflict resolution strategies.
• Facilitate the handling of internal disciplinary hearings, conciliations, and arbitrations at the CCMA and/or Bargaining Councils.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with unions, employee representatives, and external IR stakeholders.
• Conduct regular site visits to ensure IR policies and procedures are consistently implemented and adhered to.
• Support line managers with IR-related training, including procedural and substantive fairness in disciplinary processes.
• Monitor labour climate across projects/sites and provide early warning indicators for potential disruptions.
• Prepare IR reports and maintain accurate records of disputes, hearings, and employee engagements.
• Participate in the negotiation of collective agreements when required.
• Ensure legal compliance in all employee relations processes.