Gauteng: Recruiter / HR Generalist – Automotive Gearbox Company – Johannesburg East posted by Select Motor Recruitment

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes for all levels (technical, administrative, and management roles)
• Develop and post job advertisements, screen CVs, conduct interviews, and manage shortlisting
• Coordinate skills assessments, background checks, and reference verifications
• Maintain a strong talent pipeline for key technical positions
• Ensure all recruitment practices are aligned with company policies and labour legislation

Human Resources Generalist Duties

• Support the implementation of HR policies, procedures, and compliance standards
• Handle employee relations, grievances, and disciplinary processes in collaboration with management
• Manage onboarding, induction, and exit processes
• Maintain and update employee records, HR databases, and personnel files
• Assist with training coordination and performance management processes
• Provide guidance and support to management on HR best practices and labour legislation
• Assist with payroll input and attendance management as required
• Contribute to employee engagement and retention initiatives

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the motor industry in a recruiter/ hr role (preferred and advantageous)
• Diploma in Human Resources Management (essential)
• Proven experience in recruitment across all levels
• Solid understanding of HR practices, labour laws, and disciplinary procedures
• Strong administrative and organisational skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
• Computer literate (MS Office, HR systems, and online recruitment platforms)

Key Competencies:

• Professional and approachable manner
• Strong interviewing and candidate assessment skills
• Attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities
• Proactive, results-driven, and able to work independently
• Knowledge of the automotive or gearbox industry will be highly advantageous

Advantages / Beneficial:

• Experience working in a technical or workshop-based environment
• Exposure to industrial relations and CCMA processes
• Familiarity with HR software or payroll systems (e.g., Sage, VIP, or similar)

 
  
Please note only candidates with the required experience will be contacted and considered. If you are not contacted within 14 days from application, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.
Applications will only be considered from candidates who meet the specified criteria as per the job spec. If you do not meet the requirements, Select Motor Recruitment reserves the right not to respond to your application.
 
Applications should be submitted no later than Monday 27 October 2025.