232 Hr Administration Officer jobs in South Africa

HR OFFICER - R18000 - R24000 / Johannesburg North
Tertiary HR or Similar Qualification is required, A Track record of excellent talent engagement and operational capabilities, excellent Computer literacy capabilities, especially on Automotive Platforms and Excel. Payroll expertise on SAGE, Must be able to work in a Corporate Dealer Group environment with
Multi-franchise expertise. Must have a minimum of 3 years of experience working in an operational role that led to an HR transition, in which focus is on driving talent, productivity, operational efficiencies, compliance, and reporting.
1. Recruitment, Selection and Onboarding
2. Performance Management
3. HR Administration Management
4. Employee well being
5. Labour Relations Management
6. Business Productivity and Systems Champion
7. Payroll Management
8. Business Compliance
Tertiary HR or Similar Qualification is required, A Track record of excellent talent engagement and operational capabilities, excellent Computer literacy capabilities especially on Automotive Platforms and Excel. Payroll expertise on SAGE, Must be able to work in a Corporate Dealer Group environment with
Multi-franchise expertise. Must have a minimum of 3 years of experience working in an operational role that led to an HR transition in which focus is on driving talent, productivity, operational efficiencies, compliance and reporting.

Company Description
WNS (Holdings) Limited (NYSE: WNS) is a global Business Process Management (BPM) leader. WNS offers business value to 400+ global clients by combining operational excellence with deep domain expertise in key industry verticals, including Banking and Financial Services, Consulting and Professional Services, Healthcare, Insurance, Manufacturing, Retail and Consumer Packaged Goods, Shipping and Logistics, Telecommunications, Travel and Utilities. WNS South Africa has been in operation since 2003 and built a reputation as the industry leader for Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) in South Africa, with a growing footprint into Africa. We are a strategic partner for delivering a full range of basic to complex processes from our eight delivery centers across South Africa, employing 4000+ people.Why join us?We promise our employees to experience role clarity, coaching and mentoring, professional development and structured career path through our 5 people promises and keeping employee experience at the core. Experience the culture of outperformance, engagement, celebration and also contribute to society through our WNS Cares Foundation, where you have the opportunity to support meaningful initiatives and make an impact in the community.

Job Description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

 Recruitment

Partnering with Hiring Managers and Recruitment to ensure quality placements (bulk & leadership positions)Employee Induction & On-boarding o Induction and On-boarding of new hires

• Ensuring that all new employee queries are managed and resolved in a proactive and timely manner to ensure a climate of high performance and positive morale and reduce early attrition

mployee Engagement

• Ensuring that all employee queries are managed and resolved in a proactive and timely manner to ensure a climate of high performance and positive morale

alent Management o Partnering with Operations to ensure that:- Performance appraisals are implemented, tracked and calibrated effectively as per the quarterly cycles- Probation is effectively managed with all new starters

etention Management

• Partnering with Operations to:- Reduce attrition by actively reaching out to employees and engaging through various touch points (regular skip meetings, one-on-one meetings, team meetings etc.) to ensure quick resolution of issues- Identifying and addressing barriers to retention
• Conducing exit interviews and post-exit follow-ups and reporting on trends
• Assisting with the effective redeployment of employees (when applicable)

artnership Management

• Developing and maintaining effective partnerships with internal stakeholders (Operations, HR Shared Services, Compensation & Benefits, Recruitment, Learning & Development etc.)

R Administration, Analytics & Reporting:o Compiling, maintaining and analysing HR analytics in order to optimize decision-makingo Facilitating efficient, timeous and accurate HR & IR administration & documentation

R Operational Plans & Projectso Providing input to the overall People Plan for the IBU

• Implementing operational action plans to meet business needs
• Implementing various HR project plans and initiatives to achieve agreed objectives

Qualifications And Level Of Experience Required

• A relevant qualification in Human Resource Management/Industrial Psychology
• Proven experience in an HR Coordinator/HR Administrator role (preference will be given to candidates with HR experience in contact centres within the BPO industry)
• Experience in and a sound understanding of best practices in the following categories:
• Employee Relations
• HR Administrationo HR Analyticso Recruitment & selection for bulk positions (including exposure to competency-based selection tools)o Induction & On-boardingo Employee Engagement
• A solid working knowledge of the latest Microsoft packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook)
• A sound working knowledge of all SA labour legislation

Job Related Knowledge, Skills & Competencies Required

• Facilitation & presentation skills

The ability to:

• work in close partnership with relevant business partners and COEs giving professional advice on HR best practices
• demonstrate sound decision-making and problem-solving abilities, together with good judgment
• inspire confidence and positively influence others
• be flexible, function under pressure and maintain a positive attitude in all circumstances
• manage confidential information with utmost discretion
• implement change management initiatives effectively and efficiently
• work to deadlines and have lots of drive to effectively deal with numerous issues and priorities; sound time management skills are therefore also very important.
• be innovative and show initiative
• be accurate and pay excellent attention to detail
• communicate effectively at all levels both within, as well as outside the company
• deliver results with a strong "sense of urgency"

Qualifications
Matric

Additional Information
Shifts - Thursday to Monday - nightshift

The HR Officer will support the HR Manager by handling a variety of day-to-day HR tasks, including assisting with recruitment and onboarding, maintaining employee records, managing benefits, advising on HR policies, and ensuring compliance with policies and labour laws. In addition, the HR Officer will support with other office administration tasks as required by the business.

Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end recruitment and selection processes, including advertising, shortlisting, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Handle HR and payroll administration, ensuring accurate records are maintained on the HRIS.
• Draft and manage employment contracts, letters of appointment, promotions, and terminations.
• Administer employee benefits including medical aid, provident fund etc.
• Provide guidance on employee relations matters, including disciplinary hearings, grievances, and CCMA cases.
• Compile and maintain HR policies, procedures, and statutory reporting (Employment Equity, UI-19, etc.).
• Prepare HR reports and maintain employee records.
• Support training and development initiatives and assist with employment equity and training committees.
• Stay up to date with labour legislation, HR best practices, and case law.

Qualifications & Experience

• HR Degree/Diploma
• Minimum 4 years HR-related experience as a generalist, including IR exposure.
• Strong experience in HR administration, recruitment, and employee relations.
• Knowledge of job grading principles.

All candidate information will be treated in accordance with POPIA.

Please consider your application unsuccessful if you do not receive a response within 2 weeks.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to R500 000,00 per year

Work Location: In person

The HR Officer will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the human resources function within the organisation, ensuring compliance with South African labor laws and regulations. This role involves strategic planning, managing HR operations, developing policies, and fostering a positive work environment to enhance employee engagement, performance, and retention.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic HR Management

o Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy.

o Partner with senior leadership to understand organizational goals and provide HR solutions to support growth and efficiency.

o Monitor and analyse HR metrics and provide insights to drive decision-making and continuous improvement.

1. HR Policy Development and Compliance

o Develop, implement, and review HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance with South African labor laws, including the Labour Relations Act (LRA), Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA), Employment Equity Act (EEA), and other relevant legislation.

o Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and any other statutory regulations applicable to the workplace.

1. Talent Acquisition and Retention

o Lead the recruitment and selection process to attract, hire, and retain top talent.

o Develop talent management strategies, including succession planning, to ensure a pipeline of qualified candidates for key positions.

o Implement employee retention strategies, such as career development plans, training programs, and performance management systems.

1. Employee Relations and Engagement

o Manage employee relations by addressing grievances, facilitating conflict resolution, and promoting a positive and inclusive work environment.

o Implement employee engagement programs to foster a culture of collaboration, respect, and continuous learning.

o Ensure fair and consistent disciplinary processes in line with the company's policies and South African labor laws.

1. Compensation and Benefits

o Develop and manage compensation and benefits policies to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity.

o Oversee payroll administration, ensuring accuracy and compliance with tax regulations and statutory deductions.

o Conduct regular reviews of compensation structures to ensure alignment with organizational goals and legal requirements.

1. Performance Management

o Develop and implement a comprehensive performance management system to enhance employee productivity and accountability.

o Oversee the performance appraisal process, providing training and support to managers and employees.

o Identify and address performance gaps through training, coaching, and development initiatives.

1. Training and Development

o Identify training needs and develop programs to support employee development and skills enhancement.

o Oversee the implementation of learning and development initiatives to improve organisational capabilities and employee growth.

o Ensure compliance with Skills Development legislation, including the submission of Workplace Skills Plans (WSP) and Annual Training Reports (ATR) to the relevant SETA.

1. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)

o Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the organization by developing and implementing DEI policies and initiatives.

o Ensure compliance with the Employment Equity Act (EEA) and manage the submission of Employment Equity Reports.

1. HR Administration and Reporting

o Oversee HR administrative functions, including employee records management, HR reporting

o Prepare and submit mandatory HR-related reports, such as Employment Equity Reports and Workplace Skills Plans, to regulatory bodies.

1. Legal and Risk Management

o Stay up-to-date with changes in labor legislation and ensure the organization's HR policies and practices are compliant.

o Mitigate HR-related risks by managing disputes, conducting investigations, and representing the company in labor-related matters, such as CCMA cases.

Qualifications and Experience

· Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.

· Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in HR management, with at least 5 years in a senior HR leadership role.

· In-depth knowledge of South African labor laws and regulations.

· Proven experience in developing and implementing HR strategies, policies, and procedures.

· Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

· Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.

Skills and Competencies

· Strong understanding of South African labor laws and HR best practices.

· Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

· High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.

· Effective negotiation, conflict resolution, and relationship-building skills.

· Proficiency in HRIS systems and MS Office Suite.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: R20 000,00 - R25 000,00 per month

Work Location: In person

Our listed client is urgently seeking a Senior HR Officer who will provide the full spectrum of Human Resources support, including HR administration, recruitment and selection, training and development, performance management, talent management, and employee relations (including CCMA representation). This role requires a well-rounded HR generalist with strong administration, advisory, and compliance skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment and selection processes, including advertising, shortlisting, interviewing, and onboarding.

• Handle HR and payroll administration, ensuring accurate records on SAGE 300 People.

• Draft and manage employment contracts, letters of appointment, promotions, and terminations.

• Administer employee benefits including medical aid, retirement fund, and staff loans.

• Provide guidance on employee relations matters, including disciplinary hearings, grievances, and CCMA cases.

• Compile and maintain HR policies, procedures, and statutory reporting (Employment Equity, UI-19, etc.).

• Prepare HR reports and maintain employee records.

• Support training and development initiatives and assist with employment equity and training committees.

• Stay up to date with labour legislation, HR best practices, and case law.

Qualifications & Experience

• Relevant B Degree in HR / Industrial Psychology / Psychology (essential).

• Honours degree (advantageous).

• Minimum 5 years HR-related experience as a generalist, including IR exposure.

• Strong experience in HR administration, recruitment, and employee relations.

• Knowledge of job grading principles.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in SAGE 300 People (essential).

• Strong MS Office skills (Intermediate-Advanced).

• Knowledge of online recruitment platforms (LinkedIn, PNet, etc.).

• Strong interviewing and administrative skills.

• Excellent communication and advisory abilities.

• Ability to handle sensitive employee relations matters with professionalism.

• Fluent in Zulu.

Job Description
ROLE: HR OFFICER
REPORTS TO: HEAD OF HR, GROUP HR DIRECTOR
CONTRACT: 12MONTH FTC
UPDATED: 16 OCTOBER 2025
TYPE: ONSITE
Purpose Of The Role
Our growing team seeks an HR Officer to support and implement the organization's people strategy by delivering efficient, compliant, and data-driven HR operations—covering onboarding/offboarding, HR administration, payroll and benefits, performance and development, learning, policy compliance, employee engagement and relations, workforce planning, analytics, health, safety and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Promote HR visibility: The HR Officer will boost visibility by clearly communicating programs and policies, maintaining accessible employee touchpoints, driving adoption of HR initiatives, and delivering data-driven insights to leadership. Assist, guide, support and advise on HR related matters across IOEC departments/sites. Provide excellent customer service and maintain effective employee experience.
• HR Administration: Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, including personnel files and HR databases. Process HR-related documentation, onboarding, such as employment contracts, employee letters, and performance-related documents, medical aid, retirement fund.Work closely with Payroll to support effective administration flow for efficient payroll processing.
• Champion Induction of new employees and offboarding processes.
• Performance Management: Assist the HR Executive with regards to the appraisal process and ensure performance reviews are done in accordance with the RSA Legilsation. Coordinates the implementation in all Organisational Development, Training & Development activities with the HR Team.
• Ensure compliance with RSA Legislation, guided by the HR Executive. Assist in the preparation of Employment Equity information including reports and other related administrative duties. Provide data for BBBEE scorecards and assist in collation for the audits. Coordinate and compile monthly, quarterly, and yearly reporting aligned to strategic metrics including trend analysis and recommendations from the HR Leadership Team.
• Be part of HR Projects, coordinate people initiatives (incl. EAP), Community Outreach activities and ad-hoc tasks.
• Creating and advising on disciplinary policies, investigating misconduct, preparing for and conducting disciplinary hearings, and ensuring fair and consistent application of disciplinary procedures. Assist the HR Executive on employee relation matters up to CCMA/Bargaining Council when applicable and in line with company policies (bundle preparations etc). Coordinate internal disciplinary hearings.
• Coordinate incapacity process emanating from the Medical Review Board (P/Fund).
• Assists in all recruitment, screening, selection, and placement activities when required.

Requirements

• Education: Matric and Tertiary Education in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field
• 3 - 4 years of HR or administrative experience, preferably in a generalist role.
• Experience: Knowledge of performance management, onboarding, and employee relations fundamentals, understanding of labor laws and HR compliance.
• Familiarity with HRIS/HRMS, payroll processes, and data privacy principles.

Join Our Team at IIE Rosebank College

The Independent Institute of Education, Rosebank College, is part of the ADvTECH Group, Africa's leading private education provider. From our humble beginning in 1909, Rosebank College has grown to a student population of more than 30,000 students nationwide.

As we continue to expand and innovate, we invite passionate professionals to become part of our dynamic team. If you are driven by the desire to make a meaningful difference in students' lives and wish to contribute to an institution that values academic excellence, connection, and student success, we would love to hear from you.

Join us on our journey of shaping futures

Job Purpose:

To provide an efficient and effective Human Resources generalist function to line thus enabling them to meet their people strategy objectives.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Recruitment and Selection:

• Advertises jobs (all vacancies for full / part time employees and contractors) internally and externally.
• Liaises with recruitment agencies.
• Negotiates recruitment rates with recruitment agencies
• Screens applicants - in line with Employment Equity (EE) targets and approved People Strategic initiatives targets
• Ensures adherence to recruitment policies and procedures as well as South African Labour legislation.
• Sets up interviews.
• Conducts competency based Interviews.
• Conducts credential checks.
• Coordinates / administers psychometric assessments and job specific tests.
• Ensure all applicants have had feedback; i.e. regret letters, not successful but keep on data base letters etc.
• Prepares documentation for authorization in terms of approved Advtech Process
• Prepares Offer Letters
• Set up meeting with manager and applicant for Offer to be negotiated
• Upon receipt of the accepted Offer, prepare Contract and On-boarding pack
• Schedule Induction Session
• Schedule HR Induction session for first morning

Performance Management:

• Coordinates and guides line managers on the performance management process.
• Ensures adherence to performance management guidelines Assists line managers with drawing up individual development plans.
• Assists line managers with drawing up succession plans.
• Assists line managers with coaching initiatives.
• Conduct career path planning sessions.

Training and Development:

• Conducts staff induction.
• Conducts skills audits.
• Draws up training plans within approved budget
• Coordinates training in line with training plans.
• Assists and guides line managers with coaching and mentoring initiatives.
• Coordinates learnerships, internships and skills programmes.
  
  Calculates Return on Investment (ROI).
• Facilitates team building interventions.
• Liaises with Sector Education and Training Authority (SETA).

Remuneration and Payroll:

• Ensure all staff, contractors, temps and casuals are paid within the agreed specified periods
• Assist line managers with payroll process within agreed to timelines
• Assist with the market research and other initiatives regarding market salaries
• Assist line managers with increase process to ensure fair and equitable annual increases
• Assist line managers with bonus process to ensure fair and equitable bonuses
• Ensure actual payroll expenses are within approved budget
• Generate, and analyse reports and proposals for rectification of problems.
• All variances must be reported in terms of standard approved processes
• Assist managers with the management of leave and other benefits.
• Prepare monthly Leave reports and highlight concerns, problems and deviations from approved processes and policies

Industrial Relations:

• Advises and guides line managers on all staff relations issues
• Coordinates disciplinary, grievance and appeal hearings.
• Assists line managers with progressive discipline, i.e. absenteeism management and poor performance.

Minimum Requirements:

Qualifications

• Advanced Diploma/Bachelor's Degree (NQF Level 7) in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, or equivalent.

Experience

• 4 Years of Human Resources Officer – generalist experience.

Key Competencies:

• Problem Solving
• Planning
• Communication
• Recruitment and Selection Process
• Relationship Management
• Professionalism
• Follow-through
• Efficiency
• Confidentiality
• Multi-tasking

Salary:

Market related.

Rosebank College is an equal opportunities employer however preference will be given to EE and South African candidates.

AVI Ltd.
is known for its leading household brands across many categories including hot beverages, sweet and savory biscuits, and snacks, frozen convenience foods, personal care products, cosmetics, shoes, accessories, and fashion apparel.

AVI Field Marketing
is a shared services business unit within AVI. Field Marketing focuses on sales and merchandising for the beverages, snacking, and cosmetic business units to provide greater focus and to achieve an improved execution at store level. Field Marketing has its very own National Call Centre to support the Field Marketing team.

An exciting opportunity exists for an
HR Officer
for our
Field Marketing
regional office in
Inland West, Is
ando
on a
Fixed Term Contract (FTC)
basis. Individual must be self-managed and organized in order to assist and support Line Management within Field Marketing Inland West region through effective and efficient HR Administration and services. This includes coordinating HR activities related to the region's payroll, HR reporting, employee administration in an effort to ensure Field Marketing is well-positioned to offer comprehensive guidance and advice with regards to HR. Ideal candidate must be based in Johannesburg.

Line Manager
: HR Manager

Job Specification
Key Performance Areas:

• Attraction and retention
• Training and development
• Employee relations
• HR administration
• Benefits administration
• Engagements
• Terminations

Minimum Requirements
Experience:

• Minimum of three (3) years' experience in a corporate environment in an HR Officer function
• Payroll administration experience
• HR reporting experience
• Recruitment and selection experience
• SAP knowledge advantageous

Qualifications:

• Completed qualification in HR, IR, or Industrial Psychology is essential

Additional Requirements:

• Driver's license and own vehicle
• Knowledge of payroll systems, e.g. SAP
• Computer literacy (MS Office) and Outlook
• Knowledge of HR practices
• Interviewing skills expertise
• Knowledge of labor legislation (i.e. Basic Conditions of Employment, Labor Relations, Skills Development, South African Qualifications Authority)
• Role involves travel within the region

VACANCY- HR Officer / Generalist, Limpopo

We're seeking a HR Officer, to focus on HR related operations, compliance and administrative activities and play a pivotal role in delivering efficient, compliant, and people-focused HR services.

This position supports both operational excellence and employee well-being, ensuring HR practices align with company policies and legislative requirements.

You'll be instrumental in implementing our human resource strategy, fostering a culture of engagement, and supporting managers and employees across the business.

Key Areas of Accountability

Recruitment, Onboarding & Orientation

• · Implement recruitment strategies and SOPs
• · Manage end-to-end recruitment
• · Administer employment and housing contracts
• · Department of Labour liaison

Performance Management

• · Roll out performance appraisal systems
• · Ensure evaluations align with position profiles and are recorded

HR Policies & Compliance

• · Communicate and implement HR policies and procedures
• · Compile EE statistics and reporting
• · Prepare for and lead HR legislative and compliance audits
• · Manage stakeholder relationships
• · Report on compliance and ethical matters

Employee Engagement & Well-being

• · Drive initiatives to boost morale, engagement, and satisfaction
• · Organise wellness activities and employee events
• · Coordinate CSR/CSI projects and mobile clinic visits

HR Administration & Reporting

• · Maintain clear communication across all levels
• · Ensure accurate data capture and timely reporting
• · Organise workplace forum meetings and maintain minutes
• · Conduct housing inspections and maintain personnel files
• · Manage IR administration
• · Support all HR administrative functions and special projects

Requirements:

• · Relevant HR Qualification
• · 5 years' experience in an HR Officer / HR Generalist role, ideally within the fruit/food packing industry

Only candidates who meet this criteria will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person