Junior HR Assistant

About the role

We are seeking a Junior HR Assistant to support a manufacturing workforce of around 100 employees in Bellville. The role focuses on attendance monitoring, leave administration, payroll data validation and general HR administration while ensuring compliance with South African labour legislation.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor and manage employee attendance, absenteeism, late arrivals, early departures and maintain accurate records.
• Administer sick‑leave processes, validate documentation and ensure compliance.
• Prepare and distribute payroll reports and payslips, supporting weekly payroll processing.
• Coordinate onboarding activities, including documentation, system setup and personnel file creation.
• Maintain employee records, HR documentation, education records and BEE information.
• Support disciplinary, counselling and attendance investigations.
• Compile attendance statistics and HR‑related reports for management.
• Process IOD claims, employee terminations and exit documentation.
• Administer bursary applications and maintain bursary records.

Required profile

• Grade 12 (Matric) plus a recognised HR qualification.
• 2‑3 years of experience in payroll, wage administration, HR administration or time‑and‑attendance environments.
• Strong knowledge of South African labour law.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines and manage multiple priorities.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook.
• Experience with time and attendance systems.

What we offer

• Competitive salary of R10,000 CTC, negotiable based on experience.
• Provident fund and medical benefits.