HR Assistant

A well-established public-sector entity based in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal is seeking a dedicated HR Assistant to join its team.

The workplace is professional, friendly, and geared towards high performance. A strong emphasis is placed on safety, quality, and doing things right the first time. Do well here and the door to greater responsibility opens quickly. Apply now to be considered for this rewarding opportunity.

• Manage employee relations matters including disciplinary hearings, grievances, incapacity processes, and performance improvement.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle including advertising, screening, interviews, reference checks, and employment offers.
• Support organisational change initiatives including restructuring, succession planning, and culture transformation programmes.
• Provide advice to line managers and employees on HR policies, procedures, and employment legislation for fair application.
• Prepare and submit statutory reports including Employment Equity Reports, Skills Development Levy claims, and Workplace Skills Plans.
• Coordinate onboarding and induction of new employees, ensuring documentation is complete and integration is smooth.
• Maintain and update the HR information system and employee files, ensuring records are accurate and compliant with data protection.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and professionalism.
• Thorough knowledge of South African labour legislation including the LRA, BCEA, and Employment Equity Act.
• A minimum of two to five years of progressive experience in a generalist or specialist HR role within an organisation.
• Experience with payroll processing and payroll software such as Sage 300 People, VIP Payroll, or an equivalent system.
• A proactive and solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative HR team.