People Business Partner - Clayville, Johannesburg

Purpose of Role:

To facilitate the implementation of the People Strategic Plans for the specific site/plant. To implement People interventions, providing the frameworks and guidance to ensure alignment with business objectives for the specific site/plant.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide a comprehensive HR service across all aspects of people management.


• Offer extensive support and possess in-depth knowledge of all policies, procedures, labour legislation, and related processes.


• Drive and implement strategic Human Resources initiatives that support divisional business plans, including talent management and organisational design.


• Co-ordinate and implement the Workplace Skills Plan.


• Drive operational transformation plans in line with the strategic business plan.


• Influence management decision-making by interpreting and analysing relevant Human Capital information.


• Drive the Performance Management system and support strategic business initiatives at all levels.


• Ensure governance and compliance with all HR-related processes and procedures.


• Facilitate and implement remuneration and rewards policies and procedures to improve retention.


• Foster a harmonious employee relations climate in the operation and ensure effective stakeholder management and partnering.


• Ensure compliance with organisational policies, procedures, and legal requirements.


• Manage external litigation proceedings at the CCMA (conciliation and arbitration process).


• Oversee disciplinary hearings and grievances, ensuring procedural and substantive fairness.

Recruitment:

•  Collaborate with department managers to identify and draft detailed and accurate job descriptions and hiring criteria.


• Lead the interview process, attending and conducting interviews with managers and other stakeholders.


• Collaborate with the hiring manager and/or other human resource staff during the offer process, identifying and recommending salary ranges, incentives, start dates, and other relevant details.

Qualifications:

• Minimum requirement: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Industrial Psychology, or an equivalent qualification (an Honours degree will be advantageous).

Experience:

• 5 –7 years of experience within a manufacturing environment, with at least 3 years in a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) role.


• Strong knowledge of labour legislation, including the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA), Labour Relations Act (LRA), and all relevant statutory laws.


• Sound knowledge of payroll and HR information systems.

Key Attributes:

• Understanding of the business value chain and strategic direction.


• A thorough understanding of all relevant Acts (LRA, BCEA, OSH, COID, EEA).


• Business partnering skills with strong problem-solving abilities.


• Negotiation and effective conflict resolution skills.


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.


• Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.


• Strategic thinking with a focus on aligning HR practices with business objectives.


• A proactive approach to identifying HR-related issues and implementing effective solutions.


• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and develop HR team members.

NB: Specific duties and responsibilities may vary from time to time. The above list is intended to indicate the general nature of the post and is not exhaustive. The post holder will be expected to be flexible in supporting the business by undertaking any other responsibilities that align with the job level.