Job Description

Job Advert Summary

Rand Water is currently looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist at their Head Offices in Glenvista, JHB South to facilitate, implement and maintain effective systems for manpower planning, talent acquisition, onboarding, performance management & succession planning, ensuring that the organization attracts, employs or retains high caliber staff with a collective profile which meets strategic long-term objectives.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have a recognized National Diploma or Degree in Social Sciences/Human Resources or Industrial Psychology equivalent qualification. At least 3-5 years relevant HR experience specializing in areas such as talent acquisition, performance management, succession planning and induction or exposure in a similar functional environment. Adequate knowledge of mandatory HR legislation and or any other prescripts impacting on the day-to-day functional requirements associated with this position. Knowledge of HRIS, specifically SAP an advantage. Registration as a Psychometrist will be an advantage. Professional registration with the South African Board of People Practices (SABPP) or any professional body will be an advantage.

Primary Duties

Ensure effective recruitment, selection and retention of high caliber staff to meet operational and strategic objectives Conduct and maintain the full HR value chain from acquisition to exit of an employee. Ensure effective HR practices for the attraction and retention of talent to meet organisational requirements. Implement and monitor the performance management system at the site level to promote the corporate objectives of a high-performance culture. Maintain strategic business partnerships to enhance HR relations across the business units, Influence recruitment decisions and employment practices. Ensure legal and fair staffing processes and decisions are in accordance with current legislation and diversity objectives. Enhance the site's internal and external image as a preferred employer. Administer the Hay Job Evaluation system from a site point of view. Maintain performance management processes Ensure effective implementation and administration of a succession planning system. Conduct competency-based assessments in line with the inherent job requirements. Conduct and maintain an effective induction, socialization and exit interview processes. Collate statistical data relating to talent management to support talent management initiatives. Conduct and maintain effective onboarding (induction, socialisation) programmes and exit interview processes and surveys. Manage talent management budget.

Knowledge

Sound knowledge of recruitment and selection, Performance Management, Job Evaluation and Succession Planning principles Targeted Selection Relevant legislation, g., BECA, EEA, LRA Microsoft Office packages ISO 9001, 14001 and 18001

Skills

Conflict management skills Influencing and negotiation skills Sound interpersonal skills Administration skills Decision making skills Problem solving skills Planning and organising skills Innovation skills Change Management Facilitation skills Building business partnership

Attitude

Customer-service orientation Espouse Employment Equity principles Positive attitude Integrity Confidentiality * Attention to detail