HR Manager – Employee Relations, Compliance & Recruitment

About the role

We are looking for a people‑focused HR professional to lead the full HR function for a well‑established manufacturing, distribution and supply‑chain organisation. You will partner with management to drive recruitment, employee relations, compliance and talent development.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment cycle from sourcing to appointment and facilitate onboarding and induction programmes.
• Provide HR guidance and support to managers and employees, handling disciplinary, grievance and incapacity procedures.
• Promote positive employee relations, conduct workplace investigations and support conflict resolution.
• Coordinate performance review processes and assist managers with objectives and development plans.
• Identify training needs, coordinate internal and external training interventions and support succession planning.
• Maintain employee records, ensure compliance with South African labour legislation and support Employment Equity, BBBEE and Skills Development initiatives.
• Assist with HR reporting, audits, policy implementation and payroll input, including benefits administration.

Required profile

• Degree in Human Resources, Labour Relations, Industrial Psychology or related field.
• 3‑5 years’ experience as an HR Generalist with solid knowledge of South African labour law.
• Experience in recruitment, employee relations, performance management and HR administration.
• Knowledge of Employment Equity, Skills Development and BBBEE requirements.
• Valid driver’s licence.

Required skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Effective problem‑solving and conflict‑resolution capabilities.
• Ability to build positive relationships across all business levels.
• Capacity to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong attention to detail.