HR Administrator – N1 City, Cape Town

About the role

PathCare is looking for an HR Administrator to join its Human Resources department at the N1 City branch in Cape Town. The employer seeks someone with a proven track record of HR administrative experience, a high level of ethics and integrity, and alignment with the PathCare values.

Key responsibilities

• General HR administration
• Capturing and checking employee data
• Compiling accurate management information reports and documents
• Administering all leave types and processes
• Maintaining and administering the PMS system
• Managing HR queries
• Onboarding and terminating employees
• Handling contracts of employment

Required profile

• 3-year National Diploma in Human Resources
• At least 1 year of administrative experience in an HR environment, including employee data and leave administration, performance management, handling HR queries and compliance with HR procedures and exception reporting
• Proven track record of managing and resolving stakeholder HR queries
• Fluent in English
• Acceptable track record in the technical and behavioural competencies required for the position

Required skills

• Advanced Microsoft Excel, specifically VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables and charts
• Excellent attention to detail and effective verbal and electronic communication
• Time management, ability to work without supervision and under pressure

What we offer

• Market-related remuneration package
• Retirement fund contribution and risk benefits (Group Life and Disability cover)
• Annual bonus and competitive maternity benefits
• Health care allowance and discounted pathology tests
• Payment of HPCSA/SANC annual registration fees
• Developmental opportunities at the PathCare Training Academy

To apply, candidates must submit a cover letter and CV by email, stating years of relevant HR administration experience and their Excel proficiency. Shortlisted applicants will complete an Excel assessment and possibly other assessments. The closing date is Friday, 30 October 2026.