Thabazimbi: Human Resources Business Partner posted by Kendrick Recruitment

About the Role

A luxury lodge in Thabazimbi is seeking an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to lead and support all HR functions on-site. This hands-on role combines emotional intelligence, strategic thinking, and administrative precision, partnering closely with the General Manager and department heads to foster a high-performance, people-first culture while ensuring compliance and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR contact for day-to-day queries and people matters
• Partner with the General Manager and HODs to promote a high-performance, inclusive team culture
• Ensure a consistent, human-centred employee experience across all departments
• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes efficiently and in compliance with legislation
• Lead structured onboarding programs that align with brand standards and operational needs
• Support performance management processes, including KPIs, probation feedback, and appraisals
• Manage employee relations, disciplinary actions, and grievance procedures
• Engage with shop stewards or unions as needed, supporting wage negotiations and procedural fairness
• Coach managers on handling industrial relations matters with legal and emotional intelligence
• Identify skills gaps and coordinate relevant internal and external training interventions
• Track compliance with employment equity and skills development obligations
• Support succession planning and development of internal talent pipelines
• Maintain HR records including contracts, performance documentation, and leave registers
• Prepare payroll input and liaise with central payroll for accurate processing
• Ensure compliance with BCEA, LRA, EE Act, and company policies
• Standardise and maintain current documentation, job descriptions, and SOPs

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in HR Management / Industrial Psychology (NQF 67)
• 5+ years HR Generalist experience, preferably in hospitality or luxury service environments
• Strong knowledge of South African labour legislation, including unionised environments
• Experience with HRIS platforms such as Sage or ESS

Qualifications

(No qualifications mentioned in the original job description)

Salary & Benefits

Salary: Negotiable DOE