HR & Payroll Generalist – Luxury Wine Estate

About the role

A prestigious luxury wine estate in Stellenbosch is looking for a positive and approachable HR & Payroll Generalist to join its team. This is a varied, mid‑level position that combines day‑to‑day human resources administration with payroll responsibilities. The successful candidate will enjoy supporting employees, maintaining accurate records and ensuring smooth HR and payroll processes while working fully onsite.

Key responsibilities

• Manage general HR administration across the employee lifecycle
• Prepare and process payroll accurately and within required deadlines
• Maintain employee information and payroll records on SAGE 300
• Process new appointments, employee changes and terminations
• Prepare employment contracts, letters and other HR documentation
• Maintain personnel files and ensure employee records are up to date
• Manage leave records, attendance information and payroll‑related queries
• Assist employees and managers with general HR and payroll enquiries
• Support recruitment, onboarding and induction processes
• Assist with employee relations matters and consistent application of company policies
• Support performance management and disciplinary administration
• Coordinate training and skills‑development administration
• Assist with statutory reporting, payroll reconciliations and compliance requirements
• Prepare regular HR and payroll reports for management
• Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee and company information

Required profile

• Approximately 2–5 years’ relevant experience in an HR, payroll or combined HR and payroll position
• Solid HR administration experience together with practical payroll exposure
• Proven working experience with SAGE 300
• Good understanding of payroll processes and South African employment legislation
• Ability to communicate effectively in both English and Afrikaans
• Own reliable transport and a valid driver’s licence
• Willing and positive about working onsite every day
• Strong administration, organisation and attention to detail
• Confident computer skills, including Microsoft Office
• Ability to manage deadlines and work accurately with confidential information

Required skills

• SAGE 300
• Microsoft Office