Kempton Park: HR Admin – FMCG Meat Retail/Processing Industry

A Meat Retail Company is seeking a HR Administrator that will provide comprehensive HR and payroll support within a high-volume FMCG meat processing/retail environment. The role ensures accurate employee records, compliance with labour legislation, and efficient HR operations across production, dispatch, and administrative staff. Required Skills and/or experience: Key Responsibilities HR Administration Maintain accurate employee records, contracts, and personnel files Capture and update employee data on HR & payroll systems Prepare employment contracts, letters, warnings, and disciplinary documentation Manage onboarding and offboarding processes (induction, PPE, access control) Time & Attendance / Payroll Support Administer clocking systems, shift schedules, and overtime records Verify hours worked for weekly/monthly payroll Assist with payroll queries, leave balances, and deductions Ensure compliance with BCEA, UIF, PAYE, and COIDA requirements Industrial Relations & Compliance Support disciplinary hearings, CCMA documentation, and grievance processes Ensure compliance with labour legislation, bargaining council rules, and company policies Maintain employment equity and training records Assist with audits (labour, health & safety, food safety related HR compliance) Recruitment & Training Support Assist with recruitment for production, slaughter floor, and FMCG roles Coordinate interviews, medicals, and reference checks Track training, skills development, and mandatory certifications General HR Support Handle employee queries professionally and confidentially Support HR Manager with reports and HR metrics Liaise with department managers and union representatives where required Requirements Diploma or Certificate in Human Resources / Labour Relations 2–4 years HR Administration experience (FMCG or meat processing highly advantageous) Strong understanding of South African labour legislation Experience with shift work, high-volume staff, and unionised environments Payroll and time & attendance system experience Strong admin skills, attention to detail, and confidentiality Key Competencies Excellent organisational and administrative skills Ability to work under pressure in a production environment Strong communication and people skills High level of accuracy and compliance awareness Professional and ethical conduct