Junior HR Officer | Office Administrator

Recruiter:

Sydsen

Job Ref:

PTA000904/MU

Date posted:

Monday, January 19, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Position: Junior HR & Office Administrator
Location: Johannesburg North
Working Hours: Monday – Friday: 07:30 – 16:30

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:
Human Resources Support

Assist with day-to-day HR and administrative operations.
Process documentation and prepare reports relating to personnel activities (staffing, recruitment, training, medicals, etc.).
Schedule meetings, interviews, and general appointments.
Conduct initial orientation for newly hired employees (onboarding and offboarding).
Assist with company culture initiatives, team building, and events.
Issue employment contracts, performance reviews, warnings, and other HR documentation.
Oversee IOD matters and process related documentation.
Manage the clocking system, including recording working hours, leave, and sick leave.
Maintain databases and filing systems.
Type, compile, and prepare reports.
Handle general emails as instructed.

Administrative Duties

Provide general office administration and clerical support.
Manage correspondence, filing, and document control.
Assist with meeting coordination and minute-taking.
Order office supplies and liaise with vendors.
Support management with ad-hoc administrative tasks.
Conduct town trips as required.

Key Competencies:

Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to work with data and spreadsheets.
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities efficiently.
Initiative-driven and proactive.

Requirements:

Valid driver’s license.
National Senior Certificate.
Tertiary qualification in a relevant field.
Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Contactable references.

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