Jnr/Assistant HR Manager

SUMMARY:
Our client is looking for a Junior/Assistant HR Manager to join their team in Johannesburg

POSITION INFO:
A leading Furniture Manufacturer, situated in the South of Johannesburg, is seeking to employ an Assistant/Junior HR Manager who will be responsible to assist the HR Executive with daily HR & Payroll tasks.

Key Responsibilities
HR Operations & Recruitment
Coordinate recruitment, onboarding and offboarding procedures.
Act as a primary contact for staff regarding HR policies and procedures.

Discipline & Industrial Relations
Advise line managers on end-to-end disciplinary processes, from drafting formal warnings to preparing for hearings.
Ensure all disciplinary actions align with the LRA and internal governance.
Maintain rigorous records of all disciplinary proceedings and case documentation.
Support the HR Executive at the CCMA hearings or bargaining council meetings when required.

Payroll & Benefits Administration
When required, assist with the preparation and processing of monthly and weekly payroll inputs, including new hires, terminations, salary adjustments and overtime.
Investigate and resolve payroll-related queries from staff and management.
Administer medical aid, provident fund and other employee benefits.

Compliance
Serve on the Employment Equity meeting and assist with annual report submissions.
Serve on the Training Committee and assist with the annual reporting of WSP/ATR.
Serve on the Culture Committee and be an ambassador of the vision and mission of the company.


Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to work to deadlines and handle pressure
• Good interpersonal skills with a professional, firm approach
• Strong problem-solving ability
• High level of integrity and confidentiality

• Matric (Grade 12)
• HR Diploma / Degree
• 1-3 years’ experience in an Assistant/Junior HR Manager role, within a manufacturing/FMCG environment.
• Experience in VIP Premier software
• Strong understanding of South African labour laws (BCEA, LRA, EEA, COIDA)