Job Description

Job Advert Summary

Feltex is seeking an experienced

HR Practitioner

to provide a full-function Human Resources service in terms of advice, administration, support, control, and coordination of all Human Resources activities at plant level in East London. The successful incumbent will be responsible for delivering comprehensive HR support to ensure effective people management and compliance.



This role plays a key part in supporting operational excellence by managing HR processes, monitoring employee relations metrics, coordinating recruitment and training, and driving continuous improvement in HR practices. The HR Practitioner will also serve as a primary point of contact for plant-level HR needs, foster a culture of engagement and accountability, and ensure all HR activities align with organisational objectives and compliance requirements.

Minimum Requirements

Grade 12 Bachelors Degree or BTech in Human Sciences, Human Resources Management or Industrial/Organisational Psychology. Minimum of 3-5years experience in a similar role within the Automotive Industry Additional Requirement (Advantageous): Bachelors Degree or Diploma in IR/Labour Law

Duties & Responsibilities

HR Legislation:

Comply with the relevant HR Legislation (Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, BBBEE Act, Skills Development Act, MIBCO Main Agreement etc.)

Employment Equity:

Scheduling & attending all EE & SD Committee meetings for the plant. Responsible for EE Administration, plant EE files & EE & SD Meeting minutes Responsible for the availability of up to date EE files and documentation for the DoEL inspections.

Recruitment and Selection:

Completion of RJF's and follow up on the approvals of RJF's for all vacant positions Tracking of the recruitment process from beginning to end and provide updates to HR Specialist and plant line management Liaise with the recruitment agencies when the vacancies are placed externally, ensure the recruitment process is tracked and completed from beginning to end Attend and form part of all recruitment interviews and ensure EE representation for all plant based positions Compile, obtain approval from line management and advertise internal vacancies Ensure a shortlist of candidates are supplied to line management and recorded on vacancy file Responsible for the co-ordination and administration of the recruitments process i.e. interview guides, setting up interviews, diarising interview dates and times etc. Responsible for the co-ordination of all relevant verification checks for suitable candidates (i.e. criminal checks, qualifications, references etc.) Request from payroll SPN/WPN's as required Ensure that the recruitment and take on process for Internships and apprenticeships are in line with the MERSETA deadlines, and that documentation required is adhered to and supplied accordingly

Industrial Relations:

Conduct investigation & review evidence for all IR related matters alongside line management Responsible for all disciplinary proceedings, and required to take minutes as and when required Assist the HR Specialist with the HR Report on all disciplinary matters Assist line management with disciplinary actions as and when required, in line with the disciplinary rules & regulations, Attend the DRC and CCMA, as and when required, representing the employer in Conciliations and Arbitrations with the HR Specialist

Performance Management:

Administer performance management / counselling records. Attend counselling & disciplinary sessions on request in the capacity of HR advisor Required to take minutes in all disciplinary matters

Probationary Periods:

Diarise and keep track of probationary meetings for new recruits. Facilitate probationary meetings

Transition

Coordinate and administer the employee exit process on SharePoint (resignations, dismissals. Etc). Conduct exit interviews as required Ensure exit medicals are performed by SHE

Continuous Improvement

Keep abreast with the latest trends and developments in the Human Resources field Keep up to date with legislation and the Main Agreement

Reporting & Administration

Compiling HR monthly reports Representing HR in monthly shop stewards' meetings Liaise with union on all matters in a progressive and harmonious manner Liaise with payroll to ensure any payroll amendments are submitted and made (SPN's, WPN's, acting allowances, etc.) Responsible for union time off requests and shop stewards' time off tracker Responsible for plant long service awards - T-shirt & certificates co-ordination Responsible for SharePoint transactions as they pertain to the HR Specialist functions HR Induction training & other ad hoc training, if required Meeting minutes, as required All plant related HR Administration - starter packs, termination packs, communications, etc. as required Generating of PO's for any HR Services performed * Process Invoices (HR, Psychometric Assessments etc.)