Benefits Administrator (Medical & Retirement)

How2Apply Talent Network
Alberton, Gauteng
Full-time
Posted 1 hour ago
Full-time Human Resources
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Job Description

A good HR team runs on good admin, and this head office people department in Alberton needs yours. If you turn up on time and finish what you start, you'll fit in quickly.

The work is in Alberton, Gauteng, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day.

What your day looks like

  • Book training, track attendance and load results for the skills report.
  • Load job ads and do first-round CV sorting for the recruiter.
  • Help organise wellness days, long-service awards and staff events.
  • Book pre-employment medicals and qualification checks.
  • Set up new staff files and check that all onboarding forms are signed.
  • Take minutes at hearings and HR meetings.
  • Archive old records and follow the retention periods for HR files.

You'll need

  • Matric plus an HR certificate, diploma or degree (or currently studying)
  • Good MS Office skills, especially Word and Excel
  • Willing to learn and follow HR procedures closely
  • Basic understanding of the BCEA leave rules
  • Discreet with personal and medical information

What you get

  • Monthly internship stipend for graduate roles
  • A clear route to HR officer after 12 to 24 months
  • Study support toward an HR qualification

Applying, step by step

  1. Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
  2. Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): certified copy of your smart ID card or green ID book plus a short cover letter saying which part of HR interests you.
  3. Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 9 working days.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around Alberton.

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

How to stand out

  • If you are a graduate, put your qualification, graduation year and any HR modules at the top of your CV.
  • In the interview, show you understand confidentiality with a clear example of how you would handle a sensitive file.

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeFull-time
LocationAlberton, Gauteng
CategoryHuman Resources
ExperienceEntry level
Posted25 October 2026
Closing Date21 November 2026
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