Job Description

Job purpose:
Seeking a dynamic Human Resource professional to play a key role within the HR and Packhouse team. This role will focus on HR related operational, compliance and administrative activities such as documenting operational processes and maintaining employee records in line with company policies,
procedures and in full compliance with all legislative requirements. The HR Officer shall implement the company's human resource strategy and provide efficient and effective HR service delivery to employees and managers within the Packhouse.
Key Accountability Areas
Recruitment, Onboarding and Orientation

• Implementation of recruitment strategies and standard operating procedures.
• Execute the recruitment processes, from job advertising, interview guidelines to onboarding and

orientation of new employees. * Administration of employment and housing contracts.

• Liaise with the Department of Labour and other platforms for recruitment and where needed.

Performance Management

• Implementation of the performance appraisal process and systems within division.

Ensure all employees have been evaluated in line with their position profiles and all records are uploaded on the HR Information Systems.
HR Policies and Compliance

• Implement and communicate HR policies and procedures to all employees.
• Collect, analyze and compile Employment Equity Statistics for Employment Equity Reporting.
• Prepare and lead HR legislative and compliance audits.
• Stakeholder engagement and relationship management.
• Reporting of compliance and ethical issues.

Employee Engagement and Well-being

• Implement strategies to enhance employee morale, engagement and satisfaction.
• Manage and organize staff wellness and employee events.
• Coordinate the CSR and CSI projects.
• Coordinate mobile clinics for employees.

Administration and Reporting

• Ensure good communication on all levels.
• Accurate and timely data capturing and reporting - time and attendance reports, employee movements and any other HR reports.
• Organizing workplace forum meetings and ensure there are minutes thereof.
• Conduct housing inspections.
• Creating and maintaining personnel files.
• IR Administration - Compile charge sheets for disciplinary hearings, ensure correct forms are used for warnings and grievances. Schedule disciplinary hearings and grievance facilitation meetings Execute all HR administrative functions and HR projects.

Skills and Competencies

• Meticulous and pay attention to detail.
• High confidentiality and ethical conduct Driven and a self-starter.
• Structured approach to own work and highly organized.
• The ability to take responsibility and show initiative.
• Ability to work well within a team.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects effectively.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Qualifications and Experience

• National Diploma in Human Resource Management or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in an HR Officer / HR Generalist role or similar, preferably within the fruit packing industry.

Skills Required