Job Description

Purpose of the job:

To identify and develop relevant interventions which will assist the organisation to attain its objectives of a healthy conducive IR climate through good relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

BALANCED SCORECARD PILLARS, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY

• Identify and assess level of issue based risk exposures in area of responsibility by considering exposures to business, financial, legal issues, people, equipment, material, environment, processes, etc.
• Consider the level of risk, apply mitigation and implement control measures for residual risk (set objectives, minimum requirements, etc.)
• Manage SHEQ compliance within the Section through effective use of the Toolbox
• Utilise the Information Management System (IMS) to initiate, investigate and report SHEQ status

PEOPLE

• Compile and conduct IR/Labour Law/Disciplinary training
• Provide support and guidance to IR Practitioners and HR Managers
• Ensure an enabling climate/culture
• Manage labour stability by minimising labour turnover

• Labour complement in line with budget
• Achieve HDSA/Female targets for the Section
• Manage performance against set targets and competencies

• Ensure IDPxe2x80x99s are linked to performance results and implemented as per plan
• Conduct career discussions and implement actions with all identified talent (quarterly)
• Ensure discipline is maintained (absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.)
• Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levels
• Conduct recruitment interviews

CUSTOMERS

• Maintain and improve relationships with key internal and external stakeholders
• Measure customer satisfaction in terms of Corporate Communication and recommend corrective action
• Attend to and resolve communication related issues by advising internal and external customers when required

BUSINESS PROCESSES

HR Legislation, Policies and Procedure:

• Comply with the relevant HR Legislation (Labour Relations Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Employment Equity Act, Skills Development Act, etc.)
• Provide information and advice regarding legislation that may affect employment issues.
• Initiate and develop IR Policies, Procedures, Standards, Protocols, Work Instructions, etc.
• Manage implementation of all policies and procedures and protocols consistently throughout the Group

Industrial Relations:

• Monitor the IR climate and provide guidance to BUxe2x80x99s in stabilising and improving the climate
• Analyse IR trends and make suitable recommendations
• Analyse complaints and reports relating to referred disputes and select appropriate resolution process
• Advise the operations on IR issues
• Track absenteeism and make recommendations
• Monitor disputes
• Represent the Company at the CCMA and MEIBC
• Support the IR Manager with liaising with attorneys and external stakeholders on CCMA/MEIBC and Labour Court matters.
• Manage the Disciplinary and Grievance process
• Ensure efficient and consistent application of IR/Disciplinary Policy
• Negotiate within mandates
• Facilitate relationship building between stakeholders and management
• Chair Union meetings and Liaise with HR Managers; IR Practitioners and site Shop Stewards

Wage negotiations:

• Assist with wage negotiation process
• Advise during negotiations
• Research information in preparation for wage negotiations
• Revise agreements when required

Reporting:

• Compile and report IR statistics report
• Coordinate Reports from Business Units and Submit t Group IR Manager
• Maintenance of disciplinary recordkeeping in SAP
• Running SAP reports to obtain IR related information

GROWTH

• Manage Continuous Improvement through Operational Excellence

SHAREHOLDER VALUE

• Control costs and budget in area of responsibility
• Prepare and plan for Departmental Budgets

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Safety Leadership
• Innovation
• Leadership
• Planning, Organising & Control
• Results Orientation
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Aligning Performance for Success
• Communication
• Change Leadership
• Building Strong Teams
• Business Acumen

WORKPLACE COMPETENCIES:

Skills:

• Microsoft Office

Samancor systems (IMS, EBMS, SAP, LMS)

Knowledge:

• Understanding of HR Legislation

Demonstrate and apply an understanding of Basic Conditions of Employment Act (Act 75 of 1997)
Demonstrate and apply an understanding of the Labour Relations Act (Act 66 of 1995)
Demonstrate understanding of Dispute Resolution Legislation and Procedures
Company Policies and Procedures

Minimum qualifications:

• Law Degree with specialisation in Labour Law
• 6 yearsxe2x80x99 Industrial Relations experience in similar environment, preferably 2 yearsxe2x80x99 managerial experience
• Experience in participating/contributing in wage negotiations
• Representing the company at CCMA/MEIBC

Closing Date: 15 September 2023

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