About the position
Our client is seeking a dynamic Human Resources Manager to lead and drive the HR function at their Pretoria branch.
This pivotal role will be responsible for crafting and executing effective HR strategies that align with the company’s business objectives.
The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of human resources management, from talent acquisition and employee development to performance management and staff well-being.
This is an exciting opportunity for a forward-thinking HR professional who is passionate about building a positive workplace culture and ensuring that people remain at the heart of business success.
Minimum requirements:
- Matric.
- Honours degree (NQF 8) in Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, or Industrial/Organisational Psychology.
- Master’s degree (NQF 9) in a related field (advantageous).
- 15–20 years of progressive HR management experience, including at least 15 years in a senior HR leadership or HR executive position.
- Labour relations expertise with a proven track record of working within a unionised environment and extensive experience engaging with bargaining councils.
- In-depth knowledge of South African labour legislation, COIDA, Employment Equity, and BBBEE.
- Experience in performance management and succession planning.
- Expertise in remuneration and reward practices.
- Strong HR compliance, governance, and strategy execution skills.
Personality Traits:
- Demonstrate strong business acumen, awareness, and management skills.
- Exhibit effective leadership abilities and capabilities.
- Analyse, interpret, and explain employment law accurately and confidently.
- Demonstrate diversity awareness, cultural sensitivity, and adaptability.
- Collaborate effectively within teams, fostering a cooperative and productive work environment.
- Handle pressure effectively while managing conflicting demands and challenges with professionalism.
Duties and responsibilities:
- Oversee HR strategy and delivery to align human resources initiatives with overall business objectives.
- Manage talent acquisition to attract, select, and retain high-performing employees.
- Design and develop organisational structures to support business growth and efficiency.
- Ensure HR governance and compliance with all statutory and company regulations.
- Oversee payroll administration, remuneration, and reward management.
- Manage performance management processes to drive productivity and accountability.
- Implement talent management and succession planning to ensure workforce continuity.
- Oversee employment equity and BBBEE management in line with legislative requirements.
- Manage skills development and training programmes to enhance employee capability.
- Handle labour relations management, ensuring fair and consistent practices.
- Serve as an effective liaison between employer and employee to support a collaborative work environment.
- Maintain integrity and approachability to allow managers and staff to discuss sensitive and confidential matters.
- Compile and interpret statistical HR data, presenting insights professionally and clearly.
- Apply influencing and negotiating skills to implement HR strategies and policies effectively.
Desired Skills:
- Human resources
- management
- automotive
- manufacturing
- bargain counselling
