HR - Business Partner

urex has evolved in South Africa for over 40 years and continues to build a reputation for delivering sustainable value to customers. Aurex Constructors is made up of a network of experts who deliver Construction, Turnarounds and Maintenance services locally in the OIL & GAS, MINING & METALLURGY, RENEWABLES AND POWER SECTORS. Whilst the company's name has changed we have not changed who we are. The senior leadership team remains the same people that our customers have come to trust, and can continue to count on, as they have done in the past. We are a 100% SOUTH AFRICAN OWNED COMPANY that shares the country's vision of growing an inclusive economy and building the capabilities of the people in the areas that we work in.EDUCATION Minimum of a completed Degree/Diploma in Human Resources. Minimum 10 years' experience as an HR practitioner. At least 5 years within the Construction/Renewable energy environment. Experience working with mass direct field labour mobilisations. Must be computer literate. Knowledge of compliance and corporate governance. Solid knowledge of SA employment legislation, performance management and remuneration. Experience and knowledge in cross border work i.e. Namibia and Mozambique will be beneficial.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCY

Must be able to communicate in English, both written and verbal. Must be able to plan work accordingly to meet tight deadlines and cope under pressure. Must be able to work in a team driven environment. Be proactive with sound judgement. Honest and open personality

RESPONSIBILITIES

Workforce Planning and Talent Management: Collaborating with construction project managers and department heads to understand current and future workforce needs, and developing strategies to attract, retain, and develop talent in alignment with business goals. Recruitment and Onboarding: Overseeing the recruitment process for various positions on projects, ensuring timely mobilisation of qualified personnel. Establish relationships with relevant Government authorities and continuously identify areas where local policies / adaptations need to established. Employee Relations: Acting as a mediator and advisor in resolving conflicts and grievances between employees and management, ensuring fair and equitable treatment in compliance with labour laws and company policies. HR Policy Development and Implementation: Developing and implementing HR policies and procedures specific to the construction industry, considering unique challenges and regulations such as union agreements, prevailing wage laws, and OSHA requirements. Strategic HR Planning: Partnering with senior management to develop long-term HR strategies that support the overall business objectives of the company. This may involve workforce forecasting, succession planning, and talent pipelining. Prepare, update and issue monthly manpower reports. Support HR: Systems & Administration on People's App and to ensure that all personnel records are accurately maintained and kept up to date. Support any training needs for project staff. Participate in and support IR processes and disciplinary matters. Work closely with client's HR and IR teams and understand the client's requirements.