Johannesburg: Automotive H.R. Generalist Gauteng, Edenvale

Duties include: Recruitment & Onboarding Manage end-to-end recruitment processes including advertising, screening, interviews, reference checks, and appointment documentation. Coordinate onboarding and induction in line with dealership standards. Partner with line managers on workforce planning and staffing requirements. Employee Relations Provide first-line HR guidance to management and staff. Support disciplinary processes, grievances, and performance matters in line with legislation and company policy. Foster a professional, compliant, and positive workplace culture. Performance Management Administer and support performance review processes. Assist managers with corrective action plans, probation management, and development initiatives. Training & Skills Development Coordinate training interventions, compliance training, and skills development initiatives. Assist with workplace skills planning, learnerships, and internal growth programmes. HR Administration Maintain accurate employee records, contracts, and personnel files. Administer leave, attendance, probation, and termination processes. Draft HR documentation including warnings, notices, letters, and reports. Compliance & Governance Ensure compliance with South African labour legislation and internal policies. Assist with policy updates, communication, and implementation. Support Department of Labour inspections and HR-related audits. Health & Safety Ensure compliance with OHS legislation across all departments, including workshop and service areas. Coordinate safety training, inductions, incident reporting, and risk assessments. Maintain safety records and assist with audit preparation. Requirements: Diploma or Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. 35 years HR experience, preferably within automotive, retail, or service environments. Solid experience in recruitment, employee relations, performance management, and HR compliance at dealership level. Sound knowledge of South African labour legislation. MIBCO exposure highly advantageous. Strong administrative and organisational ability. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. High level of discretion and professionalism. Proficient in MS Office and HRIS/payroll systems. Ability to manage multiple priorities across departments in a busy dealership environment. Proactive, detail-oriented, and solutions-driven. If your current experience and skillsets tick majority of the job specification boxes, then: Apply directly now Send your CV to