Stellenbosch: People Operations Manager | Winelands posted by Extraordinary Talent Solutions Pty Ltd

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced People Operations Manager to join our team in Stellenbosch. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for ensuring that people practices are fair, consistent, and legally sound, while supporting a high-performance culture built on accountability and respect.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead disciplinary processes end-to-end, including investigations, hearings, and outcomes
• Advise and support managers on performance management and conduct issues
• Ensure full compliance with South African labour legislation and internal policies
• Draft and oversee all disciplinary documentation, warnings, and case records
• Manage grievance processes and support conflict resolution
• Maintain accurate, compliant, and confidential employee records
• Drive consistency in the application of policies and procedures across the business
• Support and strengthen a culture of accountability, professionalism, and fairness

Requirements

• 5–8 years’ experience in HR, with strong focus on employee relations and IR
• Proven ability to independently manage disciplinary and grievance processes
• Strong working knowledge of BCEA, LRA, and South African labour practices
• Confident, credible communicator with the ability to influence at all levels
• Calm, objective, and solutions-driven approach
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and documentation

Qualifications

• Formal education/certifications (Bachelor’s, LLB, Matric, etc.) not specified in original job description.