HR Assistant

About the role

The company in Garsfontein, Pretoria East seeks an energetic HR Assistant to provide efficient administrative support and help drive day‑to‑day HR operations. You will work closely with the HR team to ensure smooth handling of employee records, recruitment, payroll assistance and employee relations.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain and update employee records, HR databases and filing systems.
• Prepare employment contracts, letters and other HR correspondence.
• Assist with leave administration, attendance tracking and timesheet input.
• Post job adverts, screen CVs, schedule interviews and conduct reference checks.
• Coordinate onboarding documentation, new‑employee packs and induction processes.
• Respond to employee queries, support disciplinary and grievance procedures.
• Help organise training sessions, wellness initiatives and HR events.
• Support payroll processing and ensure compliance with South African labour legislation.

Required profile

• Grade 12 / Matric and an HR certificate or equivalent.
• 2–3 years of HR administrative experience.
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English.
• Good knowledge of South African labour legislation.
• Strong organisational and communication abilities.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).