458 Hr Manager jobs in South Africa

Company Description

Radisson Hotel Group is one of the world's largest hotel groups with ten distinctive hotel brands, and more than 1,460 hotels in operation and under development in 95+ countries. The Group’s overarching brand promise is Every Moment Matters with a signature Yes I Can! service ethos.

Company Description

Radisson Hotel Group is one of the world's largest hotel groups with ten distinctive hotel brands, and more than 1,460 hotels in operation and under development in 95+ countries. The Group’s overarching brand promise is Every Moment Matters with a signature Yes I Can! service ethos.

People are at the core of our business success and future. Our people are true Moment Makers and together we bring the culture, spirit, environment and opportunities that empower you to be your best, every day, everywhere, every time. Together, we make Every Moment Matter.

Job Description

We are currently seeking a HR Manager to join our vibrant team. At RHG , we are in search of individuals who go beyond the resume – those with character, skills, talents, and a passion for creating memorable experiences. We value mindset as pivotal: anticipating guest needs, supporting your department, and consistently delivering memorable experiences.

As a HR Manager , you infuse our HR team with a unique blend of strategic vision, a commitment to fostering a positive workplace culture, and an unwavering dedication to the personal and professional growth of our talented workforce.

• Ensures the smooth running of the Human Resources Department, where all areas of responsibility are managed and delivered to the highest levels.
• Works proactively to maximize the guest service and the team experience, delivering a positive and responsive approach to enquiries and problem resolution.
• Develops and implements plans where human resources initiatives & hotel targets are achieved.
• Works with key stakeholders, effectively managing and reviewing the life cycle of the team within the hotel, fostering a culture of growth, development and performance.
• Owner of the Human Resources budget and training plan, where together with management, facilitates the evaluation of team performance.
• Builds and maintains effective working relationships with all key stakeholders and business partners.
• Reviews and scrutinizes employee resourcing, compensation, employee development, training and succession plans, providing recommendations that will enhance performance and provide added value to the individual and the company.
• Ensures adherence and compliance to all legislation where due diligence requirements and best practice activities are planned, delivered and documented for internal and external audit, performing follow-up as required.
  
  

• Proven experience in HR with strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent leadership skills with a hands-on approach and lead-by-example work style.
• Commitment to exceptional guest service with a passion for the hospitality industry.
• Ability to find creative solutions, offering advice and recommendations.
• Personal integrity, with the ability to work in an environment that demands excellence, time and energy.
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Human Resources
• Industries Hospitality

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One of our clients based in Constantia, a leader in the Automotive Body Repair Industry, is seeking an experienced HR Manager to join their team.

Requirements

• Qualifications in HR
• 5+ years' experience in HR Management
• Reside in the southern suburbs

Responsibilities

1. Recruitment

• Write and post job ads
• Pre-screen candidates
• Create competency-based interview questionnaires
• Interview applicants
• Discuss benefits and compensation
• Conduct reference checks
• Make employment offers
• Create and manage "settle-in" interviews and processes for improvement

• Manage all apprentice lifecycle
• Apply for apprentice trade test dates with College and MERSETA
• Develop Skills Matrix for all staff
• Conduct training needs analysis
• Plan and manage staff skills development
• Submit annual WSP / ATR
• Apply for grants
• Implement individual development plans
• Conduct in-house training
• Provide industrial relations training for managers

• Manage employment equity meetings/forums
• Draft employment equity policies
• Recruit within EE guidelines
• Submit annual EE reports

• Assess and improve company culture
• Align staff with company mission, values, and vision
• Implement succession planning

• Manage company benefits (medical aid, provident fund)
• Ensure EE recruitment supports company status

• Chair disciplinary hearings
• Conflict management and counselling

• Ensure training in health and safety, First Aid, etc.
• Ensure compliance with Department of Labour and COIDA
• Order staff uniforms and PPE according to deadlines

• Manage resignation acceptance and termination documentation

• Prepare skills assessments and competency frameworks
• Create job grading, descriptions, and advertisements
• Manage COIDA processes and submissions
• Maintain HR records and documents

The ideal candidate should be highly organized, computer literate (Word, Excel), and experienced in HR software systems, including HRMS. They should also have strong industrial relations skills and a good understanding of labour laws.

The company has a vacancy for a HR Manager who has strong HR, Payroll and IR experience in a manufacturing environment and will be reporting to the Managing Director. Staff compliment more than 150 Employees.

Key Performance Areas :

1. Advising and supporting line managers and staff on the full range of HR / IR functions and services - including employee relations, performance management, recruitment and selection, job evaluation, remuneration and benefits, induction, development and training, staff wellness, organizational design and academic probation – to ensure consistency with relevant legislation and company HR / IR policy and procedure.
2. Undertaking specific projects, in consultation with line management, to facilitate HR activities and enhance client service.
3. Ensuring the transformation initiatives for the business are in place for Head Office consolidation and ensuring legal compliance relating to the Employment Equity Act through proper analysis of company demographics, as well as submitting annual report to the Department of Labour.
4. Providing timeous and relevant HR management information.
5. Delivery on staffing – ensuring high quality staff for the business unit / department including behavioral assessments.
6. Implementation of the full performance management cycle in the business unit / department.
7. Driving the values and creation of a great working environment at departmental level and promoting employee engagement and feedback, in line with the company’s vision to be employer of choice.
8. Help identify, prioritize, and build organizational capabilities, behaviors, structures, and processes.
9. Implement Human Resources Policies and Procedures (Employee Relations, Recruitment & Selection) at business unit.
10. Handle employee relations / dispute resolutions in area of responsibility including CCMA / Labour court matters.
11. Support line management in forecasting and planning the talent pipeline requirements in line with the business unit strategy.
12. Facilitate line of sight initiatives to build a high-performing organization aligned with the strategic leadership agenda.
13. HR Reporting – Head office reports, Board reports, management reports, ad hoc reports.
14. Identify and Implement change interventions.
15. Administer skills / HR audit processes to identify the skills needs of the organisation and report on it.
16. Ensure legal compliance relating to the Health and Safety Act through administering internal processes.
17. Overall control of local payroll with one payroll person reporting into this position including providing monthly provisional journals and recon payroll accounts.

Minimum Requirements for this role :

1. A degree in Human Resources Management or equivalent qualification.
2. MAP or similar Management Development Program will be advantageous.
3. Labour Law, payroll and MEIBC industry experience is essential.
4. Understanding of Performance Management, improvement and change processes.
5. Working knowledge of HR Systems.
6. Minimum 3+ years’ experience in a similar HR role(s).
7. Knowledge of the BEE Act and Code and Worked on a BEE system (BEE123 / Empowered / Transcend).
8. Knowledge of BCEA, Employment Equity, Labour Relations Act and Skills Development Acts.
9. Knowledge of career development methodologies.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Industrial Relations:

• Coaching and assisting managers and supervisors with Annual Performance Assessment Reviews
• Handling all Employee related problems, grievances and counselling
• Investigating disciplinary issues, drawing up charges, issuing Disciplinary Notices and required documentation pertaining to the outcome

Training:

• Drawing up annual training budget/schedule in conjunction with line management and ensuring training takes place
• Authorising and monitoring Training Requests to ensure training costs are within budget
• Compiling Annual Training Schedules for WSP and Ethical Audits

Compliance:

• Monitoring HR/IR practices/Policies & Procedures/Documentation to ensure legal and audit requirements are met
• Providing files, documentation and HR related information while statutory and ethical audits are being conducted
• Ensuring all statutory returns are completed and forwarded to required institutions timeously

HR Admin:

• Compiling new and/or amending HR Policies and Procedures
• Drawing up Appointment Letters, Employment Agreements, Termination Agreements and any other HR Related Agreements, SLA’s etc
• Assisting with writing up Job Descriptions / KPA’s for Performance Appraisals
• Carrying out Job Evaluation Assessments

Statutory Reports and Returns:

• Compiling and ensuring accurate submissions of EE, BBB-EE and WSP & ATR reports/returns timeously
• Capturing all required information on VIP payroll system to ensure accurate extraction of information for all statistical reporting
• Ensuring all statutory recons/reports, Workman’s Compensation, PAYE, Skills Levy, etc are completed and submitted timeously

Payroll:

• Salaries Approval / Authorisation – verifying documentation and all payments, investigating / correcting / amending where necessary
• Monitoring and updating the payroll system to ensure correct setting up, accurate and up to date information and all parameters are correct

Recruitment:

• Liaising with Line Managers to ensure ATR form is completed and within budget before commencing with the recruitment process
• Drawing up Job Specs and Vacancy Advertisements (Internal & for External Recruiting Recruitment Agencies)

Requirements:

• Relevant HR Degree or Diploma in HR Management
• Minimum 5 years in Human Resources experience
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Good People Management and relationship skills.
• Must show initiative, be target driven and self- motivated

Outstanding HR opportunity! Offering the chance to make the role your own, bring ideas and solutions to employee challenges, lead the HR team from the front and establish an effective HR service to the business covering all key areas of day-to-day HR and the chance to work on exciting new HR initiatives.

THE ROLE
The HR Manager will work with the operational senior leadership team to provide solutions to employee challenges and continue to build a positive forward-thinking environment and build HR credibility at all levels.
Supporting the HR team and taking them along for the journey, the HR Manager will lead, develop and inspire the HR team members whilst continuing to build strong relationships, mentor and support key operational stakeholders across the business.
The role covers all areas of day-to-day HR covering employee relations, policies, GDPR, performance management, absence management, working with Unions, TUPE, redundancy, Tribunals, settlement agreements, appeal hearings, Talent management, succession, training, conducting grievance, disciplinaries, ER (complex casework), working on HR projects and initiatives, wellbeing, developing and embedding HR admin management processes, data management and compliancy.

THE CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will be CIPD level 5 or 7 qualified.
3 - 5 years operational HR generalist experience (ideally in blue/white collar environments).
Worked at HRBP or HRM for at least 1 - 2 years (in blue/white collar environment).
Previous experience of unionised working environments (union exposure).
Experience in leading and managing an HR team (demonstrating successfully leading and mentoring).
UpToDate knowledge of employment law.
Strong ER background.
Experience carrying out grievance, disciplinaries, redundancies, performance management.
Data management processes.
Excellent communication, written and verbal skills.
Good IT skills, spreadsheets, data / report writing.
Strong leadership skills, good business acumen.
Experience of working with operational stakeholders.
Strong operational HR generalist background experience (manufacturing, FMCG, service driven focused businesses).

BENEFITS:
Salary £57,000 plus benefits
Hybrid working (3 days on site 2 home based)
Location: East London (inside M25 corridor)

THE CONSULTANCY:
Edwards & Pearce acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Edwards & Pearce is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

A leading FMCG manufacturer, known for innovation and household brands, seeks a Strategic HR Manager for their Cape Town leadership team. This pivotal role requires blending strategic thinking with hands-on execution to drive business success through exceptional people management.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources / Industrial Psychology
• Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive HR experience , with at least 5 years in a senior HR management within the FMCG or Manufacturing sectors .
• Proven track record in developing and implementing HR strategies that align with business objectives and drive tangible results.
• Strong understanding of HR best practices, talent management methodologies, and organisational development principles

• Strategic HR Business Partnering: Collaborate closely with senior leadership and department heads to understand business needs and translate them into actionable HR strategies and initiatives. Drive workforce planning, organisational design, and change management processes.
• Talent Acquisition & Management: Develop and implement cutting-edge talent acquisition strategies to attract, recruit, and onboard top-tier talent in the FMCG/manufacturing sector. Oversee robust performance management systems, succession planning, and career development frameworks to build a strong talent pipeline.
• Labour Relations & Compliance: Serve as the expert on South African labour legislation (BCEA, LRA, EEA, OHSA etc.). Proactively manage industrial relations, including union negotiations, disciplinary processes, grievance handling, and CCMA representation, ensuring full compliance and fostering constructive relationships.
• Organisational Development & Culture: Lead initiatives to strengthen organisational culture, enhance employee engagement, and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion. Design and implement programmes that foster a positive, productive, and safe working environment.
• Compensation & Benefits: Oversee the development and administration of competitive compensation and benefits programs that attract, motivate, and retain high-performing employees, conducting regular market benchmarking.
• Training & Development: Identify training needs across the organisation and develop comprehensive learning and development programs that enhance employee skills, foster continuous improvement, and support leadership development.
• HR Analytics & Reporting: Utilise HR data and metrics to analyse trends, identify areas for improvement, and provide data-driven insights to inform strategic decision-making and measure the effectiveness of HR initiatives.
• HR Operations & Policy: Ensure the efficient and compliant administration of all HR policies, procedures, and systems. Drive continuous improvement in HR processes and service delivery.

• General HR Leadership
• Serve as a strategic HR partner to business and operational leaders.
• Lead employee lifecycle activities including recruitment, onboarding, performance reviews, and offboarding.
• Manage Employment Equity planning and B-BBEE compliance processes.
• Roll out performance management frameworks and employee engagement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with HR policies, legal requirements, and company standards.
• HR Administration & Compliance
• Maintain accurate employee records and manage payroll-related documentation.
• Oversee statutory reporting and grant submissions (WSP, ATR).
• Liaise with service providers and support HR-related audits.
• Learning & Development
• Conduct training needs assessments with department heads.
• Design and implement development plans and upskilling initiatives.
• Track training progress and drive learning culture across all levels.
• Support leadership development and manage centralised training budgets.
• People & Team Management
• Lead a team of HR and L&D professionals, including an HR Officer and Training Specialist.
• Provide mentorship and day-to-day operational oversight.
• Foster strong internal relationships across business units and departments.
  

• 5–8 years in Human Resources, including at least 2+ years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of labour legislation, employment equity, and B-BBEE compliance.
• Hands-on experience with HRIS systems, ideally People 300 (HR, EE, Training Modules).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong HR data/reporting capability.
• Proven track record in performance management, talent planning, and employee relations.
• Experience driving or managing learning & development initiatives.
  
  

• Background in travel, tourism, hospitality, or other client-facing industries.
• Experience managing discretionary and mandatory grant applications.
• Familiarity with ESG-aligned HR strategies or people-centred transformation initiatives.
• Ability to work in a multi-brand, fast-paced, and evolving business environment.
  
  

• Natural leader with excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Practical and adaptable with strong business acumen.
• Highly organised, hands-on, and results-oriented.
• Confident working independently and in collaboration with senior leadership.
• Passionate about inclusive HR practices and building future-ready teams.

Roodepoort - Human Resources Manager to lead the HR department. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy. We are looking for a proven leader to nurture a positive working environment and support our continued growth.

Key Responsibilities (including but not limited to):
● Responsible for HR strategy development in support of company strategy, goals and objectives.
● Responsible for the day to day running of the HR department including but not limited to HR, IR, Training and development and payroll management
● Responsible to identify organisational changes and develop HR policies to support change
● Responsible to ensure internal policies are in line with regulatory requirements.
● Identify HR risks and advise on possible actions and solutions to mitigate risks.
● Responsible for the overall staff wellbeing within the company.
● Responsible for effective capacity planning
● Responsible to manage the HR systems and administrative processes across all business areas.
● Act as advisor to management teams, giving guidance on disciplinary processes, performance management, grievances and general people practices.
● Manage HR and training budgets.
● Responsible for quarterly and annual Reporting: Labour legislation compliance reporting on Employment Equity, Skills Plans, Department of Statistics reporting, etc.
● Conduct monthly HR, IR and Payroll analysis and prepare statistical reports for monthly management and board meetings.
● Ensure accuracy and integrity of all HR data.
● Manage socio-economic development projects. Accountable for the social responsibility matrix.
● Assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions and make recommendations or resolve the problems.
● Benchmarking and upkeep of HR Dashboard.
● Analyse and modify compensation and benefits policies to support company goals and objectives.
● Develop and implement human capital policies, procedures and processes.
● Measure employee satisfaction and identify areas that require improvement.
● Manage recruitment and retention processes including talent and succession development.
● Designed and implemented talent management program.
● Manage conflict and all relevant employee relations.
● Manage contracts of service providers.
● Manage orientation and exit programs.
● Represents the company at the CCMA

Qualification and Requirements (Minimum)
● Tertiary qualification in Human Resources Management
● Postgraduate degree or further specialization in HR or a related field.
● Proficient in MS Office (Advance level)
● Proficiency in HR analytics and the use of HR dashboards for decision-making.
● Proficiency in Payroll Software (PaySpace

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced HR Manager to lead and manage all human resource operations and ensure they are aligned with our business goals. The HR Manager will be responsible for developing HR strategies, implementing policies, and overseeing all HR functions including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, compliance, training, and development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy
• Bridge management and employee relations by addressing demands, grievances, or other issues
• Manage the recruitment and selection process
• Support current and future business needs through the development, engagement, motivation, and retention of employees
• Oversee and manage a performance appraisal system that drives high performance
• Maintain pay plan and benefits program
• Ensure legal compliance throughout human resource management
• Report to management and provide decision support through HR metrics
• Assess training needs and coordinate learning and development initiatives for all employees
• Maintain HR records and documentation in line with legal and organizational requirements

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s degree or HR certification preferred)
• Proven experience as an HR Manager or similar role (typically 5+ years)
• Knowledge of HR systems and databases
• Ability to architect strategy along with leadership skills
• Excellent active listening, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Strong understanding of labor law and HR best practices
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills