HR Officer

In brief

**Overview** This section provides context about the HR Officer role at O'Brien Recruitment. The HR Officer is expected to deliver comprehensive HR support within an operational environment that functions 24/7. The scope of the role encompasses high-volume recruitment, onboarding processes, coordination of learning and development activities, general HR administration, management of employee and labour relations, and acting as an operational HR business partner. **What you will do** The responsibilities for this role are detailed across several key areas: * **Talent Acquisition & Bulk Recruitment** * Manage end-to-end recruitment processes. * Coordinate high-volume recruitment campaigns. * Conduct candidate screening and interviews. * Manage onboarding and inductions. * Build relationships with recruitment partners. * Maintain recruitment compliance. * Maintain recruitment reporting. * **Learning & Development** * Coordinate training programmes and workshops. * Research and design basic training programmes. * Facilitate basic training initiatives where required. * Liaise with internal stakeholders and external training providers. * Manage training logistics. * Maintain training records and attendance. * Prepare training-related reports. * Compile and monitor the Workplace Skills Plan. * Support the Annual Training Report process. * **Human Resources Administration** * Maintain accurate employee records. * Maintain HR information and documentation. * Prepare contracts and letters. * Prepare HR reports. * Support the employee lifecycle from appointment to exit. * Ensure compliance with legislation and HR policies. * Support onboarding and orientation. * **Employee & Labour Relations** * Support line management with disciplinary processes. * Support grievance processes. * Support performance management matters. * Prepare routine ER documentation. * Support CCMA case preparation. * Promote a positive workplace culture. * **Business Partnering** * Serve as a trusted HR contact for managers and employees. * Provide guidance on HR policies and procedures. * Provide guidance on labour legislation. * Assist with workforce planning. * Support operational HR requirements. * Monitor HR metrics and trends. **Requirements (from the original advert)** Based on the original advertisement, candidates must meet the following criteria: * Diploma or Degree in HR Management, Industrial Psychology or related field. * Minimum 5 years’ HR generalist experience. * Proven bulk recruitment experience. * Talent acquisition experience. * Training and development coordination experience. * Labour Relations / Industrial Relations experience. * Sound understanding of South African labour legislation. * Strong HR administration skills. * Strong planning and organisational ability. * Excellent communication skills. * Strong stakeholder engagement ability. * Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR systems. * Flexibility and willingness to support employees and operations outside standard hours when required, including occasional evening support after 17:00. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate profile, as described in the original advert, is someone with a minimum of five years’ HR generalist experience. They should be comfortable engaging closely with both managers and employees. Additionally, given the 24/7 operational nature of the business, the successful candidate must demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to provide support to employees and operations beyond standard office hours, including occasional evening support after 5:00 PM. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.jobmail.co.za/jobs/finance-accounting/finance-accounting-management/durbanville/hr-officer-id-7608820 Source: jobmail

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• At least 5 years of experience.

• Microsoft Office

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