OEM - HR Manager - Western Cape, Cape Town

SUMMARY:
Human Resources Manager - Western Cape, Cape Town
 
#DriveYourCareerForward with this HR Manager opportunity with Leadership Growth
 
Our client, a leading and sustainable mobility technology leader and automotive supplier, is seeking a dynamic, experienced and strategic HR Manager to oversee and lead all aspects of human resources practices and processes, with the opportunity to grow into the role of HR Director.

This role combines operational excellence with people leadership, overseeing recruitment, onboarding, payroll, performance management, employee relations, and compliance with labour legislation. You will drive talent development, coach and empower employees, and foster a positive workplace culture, while partnering with leadership to ensure HR strategies align with business objectives. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, is hands-on, and is committed to building a high-performing, engaged, and compliant workforce.

Remuneration
TCTC – R1.4 million – R 1.8 million PA – depending on experience

POSITION INFO:
Duties & Responsibilities include:

• Lead and oversee all HR operational functions at the site, including recruitment, onboarding, payroll, performance management, employee relations, and compliance with labour legislation.
• Drive talent development initiatives, coaching and mentoring employees to enhance skills and engagement.
• Partner with leadership to implement HR strategies aligned with business objectives and organisational goals.
• Foster a positive workplace culture, ensuring employee empowerment, motivation, and retention.
• Manage industrial relations, addressing employee issues, grievances, and disciplinary matters in line with legislation and company policies.
• Oversee HR processes and reporting, maintaining accurate employee records and generating management insights.
• Lead recruitment campaigns to attract top talent for current and future needs.
• Develop and implement training programs, succession planning, and career development initiatives to build internal capability.
• Ensure compliance with HR policies, procedures, and labour laws at all times.
• Collaborate with other departments, including operations and finance, to ensure seamless HR support and alignment.
• Support change management initiatives and contribute to organisational transformation projects.
• Identify opportunities to streamline HR processes and improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Prepare and present HR metrics and reports to senior management to guide decision-making.
• Demonstrate leadership potential and prepare for growth into an HR Director role.

• Tertiary qualification in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or related field (B.Tech / Degree).
• 5–7 years HR experience, ideally within a manufacturing, engineering, automotive environment, or OEM setting.
• Experience working with MIBCO (Advantageous)
• Proven experience in full HR function delivery, including recruitment, performance management, employee relations, payroll, and compliance.
• Automotive dealer/OEM experience – Payroll / HR
• Strong knowledge of labour legislation, CCMA and HR best practices in South Africa.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills, with the ability to coach and develop employees.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving
• Strong analytical and reporting abilities, including HR metrics and dashboards.
• PC literate: MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and HR systems experience.
• Valid driver’s license and clean criminal record.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion.
• Ambitious, with a growth mindset and readiness to develop toward HR Director