Job Description

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The HR Assistant supports the Human Resources function by providing efficient administrative support, assisting with recruitment processes, maintaining accurate employee records, and ensuring smooth daily HR operations. This role plays an important part in upholding The Catalyst Hotel's service standards by supporting a positive employee experience and assisting in delivering professional, compliant, and people-focused HR services

Minimum Requirements

Matric HR-related qualification advantageous 1-2 years' experience in an HR administration or HR assistant role, preferably in hospitality. Working knowledge of labour legislation (BCEA, LRA). Experience with HR systems advantageous. Warm, professional, and approachable. Discreet and trustworthy. Strong team player. Highly organised with a sense of urgency. Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills. Professional communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially. Proactive, service-oriented, and able to prioritise effectively. Strong administrative and computer literacy skills (MS Office, HRIS advantageous).

Duties and Responsibilities

HR Administration

Maintain and update employee files, HRIS records, and personnel documentation. Prepare contract requests, addendums, and new hire documentation. Assist in coordinating onboarding and induction for new employees.

Recruitment & Selection

Schedule interviews, communicate with candidates, and prepare interview packs. Conduct reference checks and support background screening processes. Maintain the recruitment tracker and ensure all recruitment documentation is filed correctly.

Employee Relations & Support

Assist with employee relations tasks Support communication of HR policies and procedures. Help address basic employee queries or direct them to the appropriate channels. Contribute to maintaining a positive, respectful, and professional work environment.

Training & Development Support

Track training attendance and update training records. Assist with organising internal training sessions and compliance training. Coordinate induction training for new staff.

Payroll & Timekeeping Support

Assist with collecting timesheets, attendance registers, and ensuring accuracy before submission. Support HR and payroll teams by verifying employee information and contracts.

HR Reporting & Compliance

Ensure compliance with labour legislation and company standards. * Always maintain confidentiality of all HR information.