Cape Winelands: Head of HR

About the Role

The Head of HR will be responsible for leading the Human Resources function in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HR management, industrial psychology, or a related field, with at least 10 years of experience in senior leadership roles. They will be expected to provide strategic guidance on talent acquisition, retention, and succession planning, as well as develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business growth and transformation.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote fair workplace policies and equal opportunities.
• Oversee talent acquisition, onboarding, performance management, and retention strategies.
• Foster a positive work environment and resolve conflicts.
• Ensure adherence to labor laws.
• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business growth and transformation.
• Provide leadership and development for the HR team while working collaboratively with department heads.
• Timekeeping & Payroll Management:
• Ensure accurate time and attendance monitoring and policy enforcement.
• Oversee payroll accuracy, SARS/UIF/SDL compliance, and Remcom inputs for salary structures.
• Coordinate salary reviews and manage payroll-related audit trails and governance.
• Environmental Compliance:
• Oversee and ensure compliance with environmental laws including NEMA, Air and Water Acts, and Waste Management.
• Ensure implementation of ISO-aligned systems and environmental risk management frameworks.
• Monitor environmental impact, implement corrective actions, and manage reporting to external regulatory authorities.
• Strategic Executive Leadership (EXCO Participation):
• Serve as a full member of the Executive Committee, contributing to the strategic direction, sustainability, and ethical performance of the Company.
• Support business transformation, mergers, expansion, and change management strategies through proactive people and compliance leadership.
• Collaborate with other EXCO members to evaluate and mitigate operational, people, safety, environmental, and reputational risks.
• Occupational Health & Safety (OHS):
• Oversee the annual review and certification of workplace safety systems and rational fire plans.
• Lead the Company’s Emergency Preparedness Program and oversee PPE, risk assessments, and training effectiveness.
• Ensure legal compliance with OHSA through systems, policies, incident investigations, audits, and corrective actions.
• Corporate Ethical Governance:
• Ensure annual policy reviews, code of conduct compliance, and governance audits.
• Champion and manage the company-wide Ethics & Compliance Framework in line with SEDEX, POPIA, and local/international laws.
• Oversee ethics training, awareness, and whistle-blowing mechanisms.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Grade 12 Bachelor’s degree in HR Management, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years HR experience, with at least 5 years in senior leadership roles.
• Advanced qualifications (ie MBA, Master’s in HR) are highly desirable.
• Professional HR certifications (ie SABPP, SHRM, CIPD) are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Formal education/certifications.