Job Description

Job Purpose

The role involves negotiating collective agreements, addressing grievances, and fostering a positive working environment

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

Manage collective bargaining negotiations with trade unions, ensuring alignment with business goals. Handle employee grievances and disciplinary procedures as per company policies and legal requirements. Manage collective bargaining processes, including negotiating terms and conditions of employment. Conduct investigations into workplace issues and provide recommendations for resolution. Monitor industrial disputes, strikes, and other work stoppages, and take steps to prevent or mitigate their impact. Advise senior management on emerging trends in labour relations and their potential impact on the organisation. Develop and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, including legal counsel and government agencies. Track and report on industrial relations metrics, such as absenteeism, employee turnover, and dispute resolution times. Maintain accurate and detailed records of all industrial relations activities, including grievances, disciplinary actions, and union negotiations. Stay updated on the latest amendments to labour laws and ensure the company's policies are updated accordingly. Conducting regular audits of industrial relations practices to ensure compliance and fairness.

Minimum requirement

Bachelor's degree in human resources, Industrial Relations, Law, or a related field. 3-5 years of proven experience as an Industrial Relations Manager or in a similar role focused on labour relations or industrial relations. Ability to build and maintain relationships with employees, unions, and management. Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence decision-making. Analytical mindset with the ability to assess situations and provide practical solutions.
Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person