HR Assistant (Site Office)

How2Apply Talent Network
Cape Town CBD, Western Cape
Internship
Posted 1 day ago
Internship Human Resources
R10 000 – R14 000/month
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Job Description

You'll keep staff files, contracts and HR admin in order at a retail distribution centre in Cape Town CBD. If you like clear targets and knowing where you stand, this is for you.

This post is Cape Town CBD-based, with most of your time spent at a retail distribution centre.

The work, day to day

  • Book training, track attendance and load results for the skills report.
  • Enrol new staff on medical aid and retirement funds and process exits.
  • Load job ads and do first-round CV sorting for the recruiter.
  • Book pre-employment medicals and qualification checks.
  • Answer staff questions on policies, leave balances and benefits.

You'll need

  • Discreet with personal and medical information
  • Friendly and approachable with staff at every level
  • Neat, organised filing habits
  • Matric plus an HR certificate, diploma or degree (or currently studying)
  • Willing to learn and follow HR procedures closely
  • Basic understanding of the BCEA leave rules

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

How to apply

  1. Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
  2. Keep copies of these ready to send: certified copies of your qualifications and academic record, certified copy of your smart ID card or green ID book plus a short cover letter saying which part of HR interests you.
  3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
  4. Watch for a call or WhatsApp from How2Apply over the next 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 Cape Town CBD.

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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
SalaryR10 000 – R14 000/month
Job TypeInternship
LocationCape Town CBD, Western Cape
CategoryHuman Resources
Experience2+ years
Posted8 November 2026
Closing Date4 December 2026
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