Job Description

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Job Purpose:
The Human Capital Manager ensures the efficient and compliant execution of all HC operations within AICC. This includes attracting and retaining critical skills, managing employee relations in a unionised environment, maintaining accurate workforce data, ensuring compliance with labour laws and company policies, and implementing corrective actions based on audit findings. The role also focuses on fostering a service-oriented HC culture to support business objectives and enhance employee engagement.
Key Job Outputs:
Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

• Develop and implement strategies to attract and retain critical skills essential for the pharmaceutical industry.
• Manage the full recruitment cycle, ensuring alignment with workforce planning needs.
• Partner with hiring managers to identify key competencies and develop targeted hiring strategies.
• Oversee onboarding and integration processes to enhance new employee experience and retention.
• Conduct Settling In interviews
• Obtain sign-off on probation period conclusion
• Prepare job descriptions for all jobs

Compliance & Labour Relations - In conjunction with ER Manager

• Ensure adherence to labour laws, company policies, and industry regulations.
• Actively manage employee relations, including handling disputes, grievances, and disciplinary actions.
• Represent the company in union negotiations, disciplinary hearings, and at the Bargaining Council when required.
• Ensure corrective actions from internal and external audits are implemented and monitored for effectiveness.

HR Operations & Workforce Data Management

• Maintain and update employee master data to ensure accurate records for reporting and decision-making.
• Oversee payroll-related HR processes to ensure timely and accurate execution in collaboration with payroll teams.
• Generate and submit required HR reports to management and external bodies as per regulatory requirements.

Performance Management & Employee Engagement

• Drive performance management processes, ensuring regular performance appraisals and development discussions where applicable
• Develop and implement initiatives to enhance employee engagement, morale, and workplace culture.
• Partner with leadership to provide guidance on talent development and succession planning.

Learning & Development

• Identify training needs and coordinate learning programs to enhance workforce capability.
• Ensure alignment of training programs with regulatory and operational requirements.
• Support leadership development programs to strengthen management skills across all levels.

Customer-Centric HC Delivery

• Foster a service-oriented culture, ensuring HC solutions meet the needs of employees and managers effectively.
• Act as a trusted advisor to management and staff on HC-related matters.

Requirements:

• Degree or Diploma in Human Resources Management or a related field (Essential).
• Postgraduate qualification in HR or Labour Relations (Advantageous).
• Certification in Labour Law, Industrial Relations, or Talent Management (Advantageous).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Human Capital Management, preferably in a pharmaceutical or manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience in talent acquisition, workforce planning, and retention strategies, especially for scarce and critical skills.
• Proven ability to manage HR operations, employee relations, and compliance with labour legislation.
• Experience in a highly unionised environment with exposure to collective bargaining processes.
• Hands-on experience with HR systems and data management, with proficiency in SAGE 300 (Advantageous).
• Track record of successfully implementing corrective actions following internal and external audits.
• In-depth knowledge of South African labour laws, BCEA, LRA, and company policies.
• Strong understanding of the pharmaceutical industry, its compliance requirements, and workforce challenges.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to represent the company in engagements at the Bargaining Council and other forums.

Interpersonal Skills

• Strong Communication Skills: Ability to engage effectively with employees, management, and union representatives.
• Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Analytical skills to handle complex employee relations and operational challenges.
• Conflict Resolution: Proven ability to mediate disputes and foster positive workplace relationships.
• Adaptability: Ability to navigate changing business needs and HR landscapes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Team Leadership: Capability to inspire, mentor, and develop the HR team while ensuring alignment with business objectives.

Closing date 20 February 2026

Skills Required