HR Generalist (Manufacturing Plant)

People issues land on your desk first at this private hospital in Secunda, and you'll sort them fairly. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

You'll report in Secunda. Relocation is not covered for this one.

• Run onboarding, contracts and probation reviews for new staff.
• Represent the company at CCMA conciliations and arbitrations.
• Handle grievances with notes, dates and a clear written outcome.
• Run exit interviews and report turnover each quarter.
• Advise line managers on the Labour Relations Act and the BCEA.
• Track leave, absenteeism and sick notes and act on patterns.
• Update HR policies when labour law changes.

• At least 3 years as an HR officer or generalist
• Confident facilitating hard conversations with managers and unions
• Valid driver's licence for multi-site roles
• Good report writing and Excel
• CCMA experience, at least at conciliation
• A degree or diploma in HR management, labour relations or industrial psychology

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

• Prepare for a case-study question on dismissing an employee fairly, and walk through procedure and substance.
• Quantify your IR work: how many hearings, CCMA cases and outcomes; that is what HR managers check first.