Employee Relations Advisor (Unionised Site) – Fixed-Term

This logistics group in Soweto needs an HR person who knows labour law and the shop floor. This role rewards consistency more than flash.

The site is in Soweto; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying. Hours are mostly Monday to Friday, with the odd Saturday in busy months.

• Handle grievances with notes, dates and a clear written outcome.
• Compile the Employment Equity report and the Workplace Skills Plan.
• Update HR policies when labour law changes.
• Chair or initiate disciplinary hearings and write up the outcome.
• Coordinate training and submit SETA grant claims on time.
• Run exit interviews and report turnover each quarter.
• Advise line managers on the Labour Relations Act and the BCEA.

• CCMA experience, at least at conciliation
• Solid working knowledge of the LRA, BCEA and EEA
• Good report writing and Excel
• At least 3 years as an HR officer or generalist
• Valid driver's licence for multi-site roles

• Company car or travel allowance for site visits
• Annual performance bonus
• CPD and SABPP fees paid
• Medical aid and provident fund contributions

• Quantify your IR work: how many hearings, CCMA cases and outcomes; that is what HR managers check first.
• Name the bargaining councils or unions you have dealt with, as sector knowledge often decides the shortlist.