HR Administrator (Head Office)

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

This is a strong first step into HR at a retail distribution centre in Pretoria West. It's a practical job: you'll see what you got done before you go home.

The work is in Pretoria West, Gauteng, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day. There's a probation period of three months before the contract is confirmed.

What you'll actually do

  • Answer staff questions on policies, leave balances and benefits.
  • Set up new staff files and check that all onboarding forms are signed.
  • Book pre-employment medicals and qualification checks.
  • Capture leave, sick notes and family responsibility leave on the HR system.
  • Take minutes at hearings and HR meetings.
  • Enrol new staff on medical aid and retirement funds and process exits.

Must-haves

  • Good MS Office skills, especially Word and Excel
  • Friendly and approachable with staff at every level
  • Basic understanding of the BCEA leave rules
  • Discreet with personal and medical information
  • Matric plus an HR certificate, diploma or degree (or currently studying)
  • Neat, organised filing habits

On offer

  • Monthly internship stipend for graduate roles
  • Study support toward an HR qualification
  • Mentorship from a senior HR practitioner

Applying, step by step

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: a short cover letter saying which part of HR interests you, certified copies of your qualifications and academic record plus certified copy of your smart ID card or green ID book.
  3. Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
  4. If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 10 working days, usually by phone.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Pretoria West; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

Tips to get shortlisted

  • Attach your full academic record; HR internships often filter on marks in labour law and HR modules.
  • If you are a graduate, put your qualification, graduation year and any HR modules at the top of your CV.

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeFull-time
LocationPretoria West, Gauteng
CategoryHuman Resources
Experience3+ years
Posted25 October 2026
Closing Date22 November 2026
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