Job Description

We are currently seeking an HR Manager.

Location:

Onsite across Durban:

Wentworth - 1 day per week Mount Edgecombe - 3 days per week Umbilo - 1 day per week (Travel to other company sites required)

Reporting to:

The Directors

Appointment:

Full-time, starting December 2025

Salary:

Market-related, commensurate with experience

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced HR Manager to lead the end-to-end people function across multiple operational sites. You'll partner with leadership and line managers to build a high-performance, compliant and people-centred culture.

This is both a

strategic and hands-on role

-- the HR Manager will oversee all aspects of the employee lifecycle, manage the HR Administrator, and provide guidance to line managers across the organisation. The position requires a proactive leader who can balance compliance, operational excellence, and employee engagement in a multi-site environment.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies, SOPs, manuals, and compliance in line with BCEA, LRA, EE Act, OHSA, POPIA, and other relevant legislation.

Work

closely with Finance

on payroll inputs, remuneration reviews, HR budgets, and reporting accuracy.

Manage all employment contracts and employee relations matters (disciplinary, grievance, performance, retrenchment, mediation).

Oversee full-cycle recruitment and structured onboarding programmes.

Lead probation, performance reviews, and KPI alignment across teams.

Develop and manage Personal Development Plans (PDPs), training, and career growth initiatives.

Drive culture and engagement initiatives that strengthen staff morale and retention.

Ensure compliance with EE and BBBEE requirements and reporting.

Partner with leadership to align HR strategy to organisational goals and scaling requirements.

Champion digital HR tools and process automation to improve HR service delivery.

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor's degree in

Human Resources, Industrial/Organisational Psychology

, or related field.

5-7 years'

progressive HR experience, including more than 2 years at a managerial or business partner level.

Demonstrated experience

managing an HR Administrator or small HR team.

Strong knowledge of

South African labour legislation

(BCEA, LRA, EEA, POPIA, OHSA).

Experience working

closely with Finance

on payroll and HR budgeting.

Experience managing

multi-site operations

and supporting 100+ employees.

Proven expertise in HR compliance, employee relations, and organisational development.

Advantageous: Experience in healthcare, non-profit, or professional services sectors.

Skills and Competencies

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Excellent advisory and coaching capability for management and staff.

High attention to detail, confidentiality, and integrity.

Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.

Technologically adaptable with experience in HR systems, data, and analytics.

Ability to work independently.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following by

CV Qualifications
Email applications to sarah@ode-consulting.com for the attention of Mrs Sarah Odendaal.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person