People Officer (Lichtenburg)

SUMMARY:
Our client is seeking the services of an experienced People Officer to take on all operational People Management tasks for Lichtenburg branch. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all people management functions and will report to the People Manager.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

• Relevant tertiary qualification, preferably Honors Degree in People Management or Industrial Psychology.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in generalist People Management-related functions and experience in the mining, construction and manufacturing industries would be advantageous.
• Language proficiencies: English; Afrikaans and Setswana would be advantageous.
• Perform Generalist PM functions (Payroll, Benefits & People Processes Administration) Recruitment and Selection, Organisational development, Employment Equity oversight, Employee Relations
• Ability to address employee relations professionally, consistently, fairly, and with empathy.
• In-depth knowledge of people management best practices.
• Experience & knowledge of People Management Information Systems (SAGE 300 People would be preferred)
• Ability to work under pressure and independently without close supervision to tight deadlines.
• Ability to plan, organize and control priorities with good administrative and communication skills.
• Must have knowledge of applicable Legislation relevant to People Management.

• Providing effective and efficient People Management advice and guidance to staff and management team.
• Ensure that payroll and employee benefits administration is managed in alignment with Group payroll.
• Manage the recruitment and selection process in line with the business needs.
• Provide ongoing guidance and support to management and employees on employee relations matters.
• Participate in internal disciplinary and grievance processes.
• Ensure compliance with all legislative reporting requirements related to Department of Labour and Employment, Employment Equity.
• Developing and maintaining sustainable absenteeism and overtime management practices.
• Roll out employee engagement/performance management (1on1’s) and change management processes linked to the business strategy.
• Drive Organizational Development and employee welfare initiatives at the operations
• Annual EE submissions and management of operational activities.
• Oversee and proactively manage the formal communication structures and processes between employees, unions and management.
• Actively promote Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives.
• Assist in representing the Company at CCMA matters and annual union substantive negotiations.
• Assist in the monthly plant-level management/union engagements.

POSITION INFO:
Position available for a People Officer who will be based in Lichtenburg. Must have: Relevant tertiary qualification, preferably Honors Degree in People Management or Industrial Psychology. A minimum of 5 years’ experience in generalist People Management-related functions and experience in the mining, construction and manufacturing industries would be advantageous. Language proficiencies: English; Afrikaans and Setswana would be advantageous. Perform Generalist PM functions (Payroll, Benefits & People Processes Administration) Recruitment and Selection, Organisational development, Employment Equity oversight, Employee Relations. Ability to address employee relations professionally, consistently, fairly, and with empathy. In-depth knowledge of people management best practices. Experience & knowledge of People Management Information Systems (SAGE 300 People would be preferred). Ability to work under pressure and independently without close supervision to tight deadlines. Ability to plan, organize and control priorities with good administrative and communication skills. Must have knowledge of applicable Legislation relevant to People Management.

Kindly apply if you meet the minimum requirements. Should you not hear back from us within 2 weeks consider your application as unsuccessful.