Job Description

Are you a passionate HR and Compliance professional looking to make a significant impact? Join our client's team, an international industry leader known for safe, reliable, and energy-efficient solutions. We are seeking an experienced HR and Compliance Manager to lead their South African operations to new heights. Be part of our client's journey in setting higher standards and shaping excellence in compliance. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in managing HR and compliance functions, ensuring adherence to local regulations and international standards.

Your Role:
As an HR & Compliance Manager, you'll lead the charge in ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering a dynamic workplace. Your responsibilities will include managing Black Economic Enterprises (BEE) compliance, quality management, procurement, sustainability, and more. You'll play a crucial role in shaping the HR and Compliance landscape.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Compliance, or a related field (Master's preferred).
• Proven experience in HR, Compliance, or similar roles, ideally in a global setting.
• In-depth knowledge of South African labour laws and compliance standards.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• ISO certification and auditing experience is a plus.
• Strong understanding of B-BBEE and sustainability principles.
• Outstanding problem-solving and analytical abilities.

Key Responsibilities:

Black Economic Enterprises (BEE) Compliance:

• Source, evaluate, and develop BEE partnerships in accordance with relevant legislation and codes.
• Budget control to ensure accurate expenditure on BEE initiatives.

Quality Management:

• Act as a Quality Management Representative for Supplier Management.
• Maintain B-BBEE plan and generate monthly scorecards, monitoring all B-BBEE scorecard pillars.

Compliance Oversight:

• Conduct periodic internal reviews and audits to ensure compliance procedures are followed.
• Establish and implement structures for tender adjudication.

Stakeholder Management:

• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
• Implement effective communication strategies with relevant stakeholders.

Procurement and Supply Chain:

• Track and analyse various management reports to manage the procurement cycle.
• Effectively manage contracts and SLAs.

Sustainability and Corporate Governance:

• Develop and manage sustainability strategy and policy.
• Ensure all procurement activities adhere to corporate governance.

ISO Compliance:

• Review and align processes, procedures, and documents with ISO standards and Group requirements.
• Schedule and oversee internal and external audits.

Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality (SHEQ):

• Conduct SHEQ risk assessments and make recommendations for improvements.
• Chair Safety Committee meetings and ensure compliance with SHEQ policies.
• Assist in managing workplace COIDA.
• Ensure Business Continuity plans are maintained.

HR and Legal Compliance:

• Support an efficient HR function.
• Ensure employment contracts comply with relevant labor laws.
• Provide legal support related to employment matters.
• Promote alignment of People Management processes.
• Support expatriate employment conditions and the HIV/AIDS program.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Compliance, or related field. Master's degree is a plus.
• Proven experience in HR, Compliance, or related roles, ideally in a multinational environment.
• Knowledge of South African labor laws and compliance regulations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• ISO certification and auditing experience is advantageous.
• Understanding of B-BBEE and sustainability principles.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.

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