Johannesburg: HR/Payroll Manager

About the Role

A leading company in the Industrial Automation & Instrumentation Engineering Solutions Industry invites a dedicated and proactive HR/Payroll Manager to join their dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a strategic role in driving HR initiatives aligned with company objectives while managing the full HR function.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of effective recruitment strategies to attract high-calibre talent.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including candidate screening, interviewing, selection, and onboarding.
• Ensure a seamless onboarding experience by coordinating employee orientation and initial training support.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for employee queries and concerns, promoting a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Manage workplace conflicts, grievances, and disciplinary processes in line with company policies and labour legislation.
• Design and implement employee engagement initiatives to improve morale, productivity, and staff retention.
• Support the execution of performance management and appraisal processes, providing guidance and support to line managers.
• Manage bursary programs, MICT SETA compliance, learnerships, payroll coordination, and Employment Equity administration.
• Identify organisational training and development needs and coordinate relevant learning and skills development programmes.
• Assist with career development planning, succession planning, and talent management initiatives.
• Ensure full compliance with labour laws, internal policies, and relevant industry regulations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, contracts, and HR information systems.
• Oversee payroll processing, benefits administration, and leave management to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Assist in the development, review, and enforcement of HR policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Monitor HR and labour market trends and recommend best-practice improvements to enhance HR effectiveness.
• Support change management initiatives and organisational development strategies aligned with business objectives.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years experience, with at least 56 years at supervisory/managerial level
• Proven experience in recruitment, employee relations, performance management, payroll, EE & BEE
• Sound knowledge of South African labour legislation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field