Port Elizabeth: HR Manager

Minimum Requirements Grade 12 National Diploma or Degree in Human Resources Management or Industrial/Organisational Psychology 5 years HR Management experience Experience in the fishing industry (advantageous) Strong knowledge of South African labour legislation Experience with Payroll Systems (VIP) Experience with biometric systems Strong knowledge of people-management best practices Valid drivers licence Key Responsibilities Employee Relations & Compliance Build and maintain sound working relationships with internal stakeholders and external service providers. Ensure consistent implementation of company policies and minimise business risk. Develop critical HR policies where required, aligned to legal best practice. Support effective communication and engagement between management and employees. Coordinate disciplinary processes, grievance handling, incapacity matters, operational requirements and employee wellness. Recruitment, Training & Development Coordinate recruitment and selection processes for all staff, including learners. Oversee planning and implementation of employee training and development programmes. Manage statistical data and reporting for Employment Equity, Skills Development and BBBEE. HR Administration & Data Management Oversee time and attendance administration and leave management for monthly-paid employees. Ensure accurate payroll administration and data processing for monthly employees. Maintain effective filing systems and manage all employee records and legal documentation. Draft employee contracts (Factory and Vessels). Provide administrative support to all departments across the group. Process documentation and prepare HR-related reports (staffing, recruitment, training, applications etc.). Coordinate HR projects (meetings, training, surveys, donations, community initiatives) and minute-taking. Handle employee queries related to HR policies and processes. Assist payroll with relevant data, increases, back-pay calculations, and required reporting. Administer biometric systems. Additional HR & Payroll Duties Support implementation of the Employment Equity Act, Skills Development Act and Occupational Health & Safety Act. Manage recruitment and termination administration, time and attendance, and pay calculations. Compile weekly wages and process payments for weekly-paid employees. Perform Health & Safety administrative duties, including incident/accident reporting and H&S training updates. Gather information for various internal and external applications. Manage logistics for workshops, events, and CSI initiatives. Perform ad-hoc HR and payroll tasks as required. Competencies Strong conflict management and negotiation skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong organisational, time-management and people-management abilities Ability to multitask and work under pressure Strong analytical skills and high attention to detail Excellent presentation skills Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Proficient in VIP Payroll