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Industrial Relations Practitioner

How2Apply Talent Network

Polokwane, Limpopo

Full-time

Posted 1 day ago

Full-time Human Resources

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Job Description

People issues land on your desk first at this manufacturing plant in Polokwane, and you'll sort them fairly. If you like clear targets and knowing where you stand, this is for you.

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

The work, day to day

Run onboarding, contracts and probation reviews for new staff.
Compile the Employment Equity report and the Workplace Skills Plan.
Advise line managers on the Labour Relations Act and the BCEA.
Represent the company at CCMA conciliations and arbitrations.
Update HR policies when labour law changes.
Consult with shop stewards and attend union meetings.
Handle grievances with notes, dates and a clear written outcome.

Must-haves

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

Nice if you have

HR system experience such as Sage 300 People or PaySpace
SABPP registration
Experience on a unionised site or in a bargaining council sector

What you get

Company car or travel allowance for site visits
Annual performance bonus
Medical aid and provident fund contributions

Applying, step by step

Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: a CV listing CCMA cases and hearings you have handled, certified copies of your HR qualification and transcript plus proof of SABPP registration, if registered.
Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 6 working days, usually by phone.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Polokwane; 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.

Before you hit apply

Name the bargaining councils or unions you have dealt with, as sector knowledge often decides the shortlist.
Prepare for a case-study question on dismissing an employee fairly, and walk through procedure and substance.