HR Practitioner

SUMMARY:
We are urgently seeking a Human Resource Practitioner for the Elandsfontein area for a 4-month contract, possibly until the end of June. An Individual with a manufacturing background/steel industry, with experience in dealing with the Main Agreement for the metal and engineering industries.

POSITION INFO:
Role overview:
Plays a crucial role in overseeing employee welfare, compliance and HR processes. Ensures that the Company adheres to both company policies and legislation.
 
Key Responsibilities:
Recruitment and onboarding:

• Co-ordinate recruitment efforts including job postings, candidate screening, interviews and selection, conducting reference and pre-employment checks.
• Facilitate smooth onboarding for new recruits, ensure proper orientation and completion of on-boarding documentation
• Support the attainment of Employment Equity plan through targeted selection of under-represented, designated groups
• Co-ordinate all LDC’s and follow up with relevant HOD regarding termination / contract extensions

• Addresses employee queries, concerns and grievances promptly
• Assist in conflict resolution and maintain positive employee relations

• Manage accurate and up-to-date employee records
• Design forms as required
• Update organograms
• Administrate all claims related to employee benefits eg disability, death
• Co-ordinating Long service award certificates
• Drafting company newsletters, memo’s introducing new employees and other general information
• Take, type and distribute meeting minutes

• Assist payroll as required, in ensuring accurate collection and collation of weekly timesheets to support accurate payroll management
• Support payroll with data collection, interrogation and verification
• Handle employee pay-related queries

• Maintain accurate and up to date HR records using HRIS tools
• Generate reports as needed

• Assist in developing and implementing HR policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with labour laws, employment equity and Main agreement

• Understand South African labour laws, regulations and the Main Agreement for the metals and engineering industry
• Handle disciplinary processes and grievances, including taking and typing of minutes.
• Support engagement with relevant stakeholders
• Assist in putting together case files for disputes

• Assist in performance appraisal process

• Identify areas for process enhancement within the HR function
• Stay updated on HR trends and best practices

• Assist with scheduling of meetings, training, members sessions / presentations with Pension / Provident fund or medical aid
• Assist with setting up venues for meetings and company functions