Job Description

Salary: Market related
Location: Isando, Johannesburg
Overall Purpose of the Job
The Head of Human Resources is responsible for leading and overseeing all Human Resources (HR) and Industrial Relations (IR) functions, ensuring alignment between HR strategies and the organisations business objectives. This role provides strategic leadership across key HR areas including talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, policy development, compliance, and organizational development. The Head of HR plays a pivotal role in cultivating a productive, inclusive, and compliant workplace culture at the company.
Requirements
Education (Formal Qualification Required)
Minimum:
Diploma/Bachelors Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
Professional HR Certification (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR) preferred.
812+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 35 years in a senior leadership role.
In-depth knowledge of Labour Law and HR best practices.
Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Proven experience in organizational development and strategic planning.
Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with integrity.
Legal Requirements
Minimum:
Valid drivers license
Experience and Knowledge
Minimum:
Minimum of 3 years HR experience
Solid IR, Union negotiations experience
Good understanding and knowledge of current and relevant labour legislation
Minimum 1-year industry knowledge
Good working knowledge of MS Office (Teams, OneDrive, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel preferred)
Key Performance Areas (KPAs) / Main Outputs and Responsibilities
Strategy
Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business objectives (talent acquisition, performance management, employee development)
Promote a culture of accountability, safety, customer focus, and operational efficiency
Serve as a strategic partner to the executive team
Oversee recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes
Compliance & Legislation / Internal Controls
Ensure adherence to all labour legislation (BCEA, etc.)
Guide management on compliance and reduce legal risk
Maintain accurate employee records and ensure all HR policies and contracts are up to date and acknowledged
Benefits
Ensure accurate job grading and salary alignment
Maintain REMCO-approved benefits consistency
Regularly review benefit offerings for competitiveness
Performance Management
Support operational performance management, tracking progress and actions
Guide managers and staff through performance cycles
Maintain accurate records and manage poor performance processes
Industrial Relations (IR)
Engage with unions, bargaining councils, CCMA, etc.
Lead labour negotiations and manage disputes
Train line managers on hearings and ensure legal compliance
Provide expert guidance on disciplinary matters
Employment Equity (EE)
Ensure all divisions within the company remain fully compliant with EE legislation
Maintain functional EE Committees
Organize EE meetings, audits, and training
Occupational Health & Safety (OHS)
Oversee compliance with the OHS Act
Implement control standards and coordinate annual OHS audits
Training and Development
Diagnose skill gaps and implement development plans
Partner with Learning Specialists
Coach line managers for performance improvement
Ad hoc
Lead HR projects and change initiatives
Perform other HR-related duties as required