Job Description

Stellenbosch: My client, an established landscaping concern, is seeking to employ a reliable, professional, and approachable HR & Admin Assistant to support the Office Manager with human resources and administrative tasks
Purpose of the Role
To provide professional administrative and HR support to the Office Manager, ensuring efficient people processes and office operations. The role is ideal for a reliable and friendly individual with strong organisational skills and a genuine interest in growing into a future HR Manager position.
Key Responsibilities Include but Are Not Limited To

• Maintaining and updating the staff register
• Tracking and recording employee leave accurately
• Generating, scanning and filing personnel documentation including contracts, personal documents and disciplinary matters
• Assisting with onboarding and induction of new employees and ensuring all documentation is complete
• Taking minutes during disciplinary hearings and learning HR protocols
• Supporting general health and safety procedures including fire extinguisher updates and hazard reporting
• Scanning and filing job cards and admin documentation
• Monitoring and tracking kitchen, toilet and stationery supplies
• Providing day-to-day administrative support to the Office Manager

Criteria for the Role

• Matric
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Experience in Paymaster or similar HR/payroll software is advantageous
• Strong administrative and organisational abilities
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work independently
• Comfortable working in a rural, farm-based office environment
• Fluent in English or Afrikaans with Xhosa an advantage
• Discreet, professional and trustworthy when handling sensitive information
• Friendly, approachable and team-oriented
• Calm under pressure with a willingness to learn and grow
• Keen interest in HR with a view to progressing into an HR Manager role