Job Description

We are looking for a seasoned HR Manager who has strong generalist HR management experience in a manufacturing environment and proven ability to align people strategy with business objectives.

Meshco is a third generation, family-owned and managed Company. This means stability for our Employees and their families. It also means that you will be part of a company with plenty of opportunity to develop, whilst helping to shape our future. The average number of years our people have been with us is over 12 years, something that we are very proud of.

For the past 60 years, Meshco has been manufacturing quality wire products for its customers. Your work will enable future development of your province, country, and the rest of the world. Our products are found here, and overseas, in stadiums and bridges, they hold up the fresh produce that grace our tables, they keep miners safe underground, and our fencing products secure those who matter to you most. More likely than not, when you see a fence or concrete structure in Cape Town; our products are involved.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

HR Strategy & Management

Act as the in-house HR expert, providing practical and legally sound solutions.

Develop and implement HR strategies to support the company's objectives.

Maintain healthy working relationships across the organisation and promote a positive culture.

Employment Equity & Compliance

Manage the full Employment Equity process including reports, committee meetings and submissions.

File Employment Equity and Annual Return of Earnings reports with the Department of Labour and ensure annual Certificates of Compliance.

HR Administration

Maintain and update the company's organisational structure, organograms, and staff complement lists.

Manage job descriptions, contracts and policies.

Provide support to Managers and Supervisors on disciplinary matters, employee leave and HR queries.

Recruitment & Induction

Partner with management to identify recruitment needs.

Prepare job adverts, oversee competency-based interviews and conduct reference checks.

Administer offers of employment and contracts and carry out HR induction for new employees.

Training & Development

Assist in planning and implementing training and upskilling programmes.

Develop Workplace Skills Plans and Annual Training Reports.

Industrial and Labour Relations

Provide guidance to managers and supervisors on handling misconduct and poor performance.

Lead disciplinary processes by ensuring fair and legally compliant hearings.

Manage disciplinary hearings, CCMA cases and retrenchment processes in line with legislation.

Liaise with MEIBC, SEIFSA, unions and other external bodies.

Support employee relations and maintain Employee Assistance Programmes.

Health & Safety Support

Maintain H&S documentation and compliance notices.

Coordinate H&S and forklift training and liaise with service providers.

SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

In-depth understanding of South African labour legislation and HR best practices.

Strong generalist HR management experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

Goal-driven with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills across all levels of the organisation.

High attention to detail, with perseverance and a pragmatic problem-solving approach.

Proven ability to influence organisational culture and employee engagement.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel & Word essential).

REQUIREMENTS - QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Relevant tertiary qualification in HR or related field (essential).

Minimum 7 years' HR management experience (essential).

Ideally experience in a manufacturing environment

Thorough understanding of statutory HR requirements and industry agreements.

English and Afrikaans (required).

Applicants who meet the minimum requirements should email their CV to rob@meshco.co.za. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 9th September 2025

The company reserves the right not to make an appointment. Recruitment and selection will be made in terms of the Company Employment Equity and Equal Opportunity.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

HR Management: 7 years (Required)
Language:

English and Afrikaans (Required)
Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 2025/09/09