16 Industrial Relations jobs in South Africa

Regional Industrial Relations Manager urgently required for national corporate company based in Sandton

Manage industrial relations processes and disputes in compliance with policies and processes and take appropriate action where necessary.

Establish training needs and arranges appropriate fulfilment thereof.

Implement steps to building relationships through positive communications and reliable, accurate administration.

Lead and facilitate formal communications, consultations, and meetings with stakeholders.

Ensure timely and accurate submission of reports and documentation to relevant bodies in relation to CCMA and Labour Court proceedings.

Actively participate in employment equity matters.

Proactively mitigate against risks.

Operate effectively both independently and collaboratively to maintain and deliver high-quality standards.

Essential pre-requisites

Matric (NQF 4), relevant recognised tertiary qualification (NQF 5) (LLB/HR/IR) and at least five years relevant experience in a similar position

Job Purpose:

The IR Officer will provide a broad range of professional employee relations activities, employee consulting, training, conflict resolution, complaint investigation, policy interpretation & preparing & delivering related summary reports & recommendations. The IR Officer will manage & control all disciplinary issues up to the hearings & outcomes.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Handling complaints, managing grievance procedures & facilitating counselling in conjunction with all stakeholders.
• Manage grievances and grievance procedures timeously & ensure management is up to date
• Work with HR & the departental managers concerning disciplinary actions required, including preparation of documents, investigation of any offence, scheduling hearings & attendance of hearings
• Advice on workman's compensation claims, compilation & submission of documentation
• Managing relationships with unions & ensuring that the company's treatment of employees is consistent with its core business values & objectives
• Ensure continuous revision, internal training & updates are provided on various IR, ER & recent case law and that this is conducted regularly across all levels of staff and where necessary coordinate external training on relevant matters
• Assist in the organisation and induction of new staff on the code of conduct, HR & IR protocols & operating procedures during orientation
• Investigating & resolving complex or critical industrial relations issues promptly & effectively
• Participating in &/or leading projects focused on continuous improvement
• Continually analyse & develop operating procedures as it relates to IR
• Manage operational performance of the Employee Relations services within the HR department

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric
• Degree or National Diploma relevant to HR, IR as well as the SA Labour Legislation, NQF 6 or 7
• Minimum 5 years experience
• AN understanding of & insight into the BCEA, LRA, OHS, EE, SDL & POPI acts as well as the Main Agreements
• Knowledge of regulations & compliance as it relates to Human Resouces and SA Law

If you have not received feedback regarding your application within 2 weeks after the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• Are you familiar with South African labour legislation, including BCEA, LRA, OHS, EE, SDL, and POPIA?

Work Location: In person

Company Description

Phuthukisa Training Solutions (Pty) Ltd offers comprehensive solutions in recruitment, training, capability interventions, payroll, and human resources. We are dedicated to enhancing organizational capabilities and ensuring effective HR management for our clients. Our services are tailored to meet the specific needs of each organization we work with, ensuring impactful and sustainable outcomes.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role located in Edenvale for an Industrial Relations Officer. The Industrial Relations Officer will be responsible for managing employee relations, developing job descriptions, overseeing HR policies, and managing human resources. Day-to-day tasks include handling employee grievances, conducting investigations, ensuring compliance with labor laws, and implementing HR best practices. The role also entails fostering a positive work environment and supporting organizational development initiatives.

Qualifications

• HR Management and Human Resources (HR) expertise
• Strong understanding of HR Policies and Employee Relations
• Experience in Job Description Development
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to manage conflicts and resolve issues effectively
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or related field
• Relevant certifications and experience in the labor law will be advantageous

A leading petroleum supplier and distributor is seeking a proactive
Industrial Relations Officer
to join their team in
Ballito
.

The role involves overseeing all IR functions across the company's logistics and fuel wholesale divisions, ensuring compliance with labour laws, fostering positive employee and union relations, and supporting smooth operations through effective management of workplace issues and disciplinary processes.

Key Responsibilities:

Industrial Relations Management:

• Handle all disciplinary, grievance, and incapacity cases in line with company procedures and the Labour Relations Act (LRA).
• Guide line managers and supervisors through correct IR processes to ensure fairness and consistency across all depots and operational sites.
• Represent the company at CCMA and Bargaining Council hearings.
• Prepare case files, evidence bundles, and witness statements for hearings and arbitrations.
• Identify IR risks and trends and recommend proactive solutions to management.

Compliance & Policy Administration:

• Ensure company policies and procedures comply with South African labour laws (LRA, BCEA, EEA, OHSA).
• Maintain accurate IR records (warnings, hearings, outcomes, grievances, and union engagements).
• Assist in reviewing and updating IR-related policies, contracts, and employee codes of conduct.

Union & Employee Engagement:

• Build and maintain sound relationships with trade unions, shop stewards, and employee representatives across all depots.
• Participate in union meetings and wage negotiations, ensuring company interests are represented professionally.
• Support management in maintaining a stable and positive labour climate, particularly in shift and transport operations.

Training & Support:

• Train supervisors and operational managers on IR processes, company policies, and fair disciplinary practices.
• Educate employees on company rules, grievance procedures, and workplace expectations.
• Assist management in developing a culture of respect, accountability, and compliance.

Reporting & Administration:

• Compile monthly and quarterly IR reports, highlighting trends, case statistics, and emerging labour issues.
• Drafting of all employee related formal documentation such as employment contracts, non- disclosure agreements, warnings etc.
• Maintain confidential IR documentation and ensure proper filing and traceability.
• Support management in workforce planning and restructuring exercises when required.

Requirements:

• National Diploma or Degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Relations, or Labour Law.
• 3–5 years' experience in an IR-focused role within logistics, fuel, or a unionized industrial environment.
• In-depth knowledge of LRA, BCEA, EEA, OHSA, and CCMA processes.
• Proven experience in managing CCMA cases and union engagement.
• Understanding of transport operations, shift work, and depot environments is advantageous.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage conflict calmly and professionally.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Sound judgement and attention to detail.
• High levels of integrity, confidentiality, and resilience.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

By applying to this advert you hereby acknowledge that you have read and accept the following Protection of Personal Information ACT (POPIA) disclaimer:

I hereby consent for Talented Recruitment to process my personal information as part of the recruitment process. Talented Recruitment shall take all reasonable measures to protect the personal information of applicants and for the purpose of this disclaimer "personal information" shall be defined as detailed in the Protection of Personal Information Act, Act 4 of 2013 ("POPIA").

About the Role

Assisting managers and employees with disciplinary and labour law matters. Ensuring that the company remains compliant with relevant legislature.

Minimum requirements for the role include applicable tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Organisational/Industrial Psychology or People Management, along with a minimum of 2 years' experience in the same or similar position.

Responsibilities

• Maintain positive relationships with the managers, team members and union representatives of the products and businesses within Village n Life.
• Review policies and procedures within Human Resources to keep the department relevant and innovative.
• Review contracts, policies and procedures within the company to keep the company legally compliant with regards to South African Labour Laws.
• Maintain the company culture, vision, mission and values within all team members and managers.
• Coordinate legal matters and compliance with management and ILS.
• Advise on discipline and performance management.
• Coordination, preparation, acting as charge officer or chairing of disciplinary hearings.
• Representation of the company at the CCMA and the Labour Court.
• Maintaining Human Resources legislative compliance.
• Special projects management according to Code A and Code C practices.
• Coordination of the organisation's restructuring process.
• Employment Equity protocol and submissions to the Department of Labour requirements.
• Overseeing WCA Protocol and claims.
• Union and bargaining council protocols.
• Annual Training Report and Skills Development Plan.
• Ensure that the grievance procedures are communicated to all staff.
• Ensure that the grievance procedures are followed by all employees within the company.
• Act as final escalation of grievances that could not be sorted out earlier in the process.
• Organising and administering the annual Winter School Program along with the Industrial

Group HR Manager.

• Ensure that the Induction Protocol is set up and followed to a standard that gives our new team members the best possible entry into the company.
• Coordinate the annual review and HR Status protocol.
• Ensure that team members understand the importance of the personal development and career development protocol.
• Ensuring that the manplans are being adhered to.
• Remain updated with all remuneration levels and salary bands.
• Note annual inflationary adjustment.
• Note annual bonus and increase protocol.
• Input and secondary custodianship of some master policy files in conjunction with the Group HR Manager.
• Oversee annual leave planning and schedules.
• Conduct scheduled, structured, on-site HR audits of all products and business units.
• With queries regarding general HR, staff wellness and benefits.
• Assist with regards to any launches of new initiatives.
• In the absence of the Employee Relations Manager: Coordinating the mailboxes associated with the whistle-blower hotline and grievances.

Qualifications

• Applicable Tertiary Qualification in Human Resources, Organisational/Industrial Psychology or People Management.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in the same or similar position.

Required Skills

• Familiar with all legislature and amendments with regards to Human Resources (LRA, BCEA, EEA, SDA, OHSA, COIDA).
• Familiarity with Sectoral Determination 6 and 14 advantageous.
• Level 2 minimum Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook in particular).

Preferred Skills

• Listening/Probing Communication.
• Problem Solving Cognition/Thinking.
• Creative and Innovative Thinking.
• Influencing Others Interaction with Others.
• Teamwork Personal Effectiveness.
• Adaptability and Flexibility.
• Attention to Detail/Quality.
• Ethics and Integrity.
• Tact Skills/Leadership.
• Coaching and Mentoring.
• Fiscal Accountability.
• Staff Management.
• Strategic Vision.

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Due to the large number of CV's received, only candidates that meet the minimum requirements will be contacted. If you have not heard back from us in 2 weeks, please consider your application as unsuccessful

• Minimum qualification of a National Diploma in Labour Law/Relations
• Minimum 5 years' experience in Construction Project Industrial Relations

Industrial Relations Specialist Johannesburg

Salary: Market Related, Permanent with benefits

Purpose of Position:

Complement Recruitment are recruiting for an Industrial Relations Specialist based in Johannesburg, Gauteng, this is a permanent position.

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Minimum Requirements Qualifications And Skills

• Drivers License; Own Transport
• BCom Degree Labour Law or Equivalent
• 5 years'' experience in Industrial Law/Labour Law

Duties:

• Management of dispute resolution
• Consultative process between management and employees
• Compliance with labour legislation Controlling Industrial Relations Climate (all unions) Reporting all cases with financial impact to the CEO Monthly
• IR report Gathering and preparing CCMA documents
• Preparing for CCMA Matters
• Representing company at CCMA for all referred disputes
• Drafting of closing arguments, notices, affidavits, letters of demand , Con/Arb objections
• Management of CCMA cases and Labour Court Referrals
• Management of disciplinary cases
• Assessing merits of CCMA and Labour Court matters and providing advise

CTC : R35000 R42 000

Benefits - Fuel Card

Provident fund 7.5 % employee contribution and 9% employer contribution

Performance based Bonus in December

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Industrial Relations Specialist Johannesburg

Salary: Market Related, Permanent with benefits

Purpose of Position:

Complement Recruitment are recruiting for an Industrial Relations Specialist based in Johannesburg, Gauteng, this is a permanent position.

Apply Directly for this Job by clicking here -

Minimum Requirements Qualifications And Skills

• Drivers License; Own Transport
• BCom Degree Labour Law or Equivalent
• 5 years''' experience in Industrial Law/Labour Law

Duties:

• Management of dispute resolution
• Consultative process between management and employees
• Compliance with labour legislation Controlling Industrial Relations Climate (all unions) Reporting all cases with financial impact to the CEO Monthly
• IR report Gathering and preparing CCMA documents
• Preparing for CCMA Matters
• Representing company at CCMA for all referred disputes
• Drafting of closing arguments, notices, affidavits, letters of demand , Con/Arb objections
• Management of CCMA cases and Labour Court Referrals
• Management of disciplinary cases
• Assessing merits of CCMA and Labour Court matters and providing advise

CTC : R35000 R42 000

Benefits - Fuel Card

Provident fund 7.5 % employee contribution and 9% employer contribution

Performance based Bonus in December

Find Us on Social Media

Industrial Relations Specialist Johannesburg

Salary: Market Related, Permanent with benefits

Purpose of Position:

Complement Recruitment are recruiting for an Industrial Relations Specialist based in Johannesburg, Gauteng, this is a permanent position.

Apply Directly for this Job by clicking here -

Minimum Requirements Qualifications And Skills

• Drivers License; Own Transport
• BCom Degree Labour Law or Equivalent
• 5 years''' experience in Industrial Law/Labour Law

Duties:

• Management of dispute resolution
• Consultative process between management and employees
• Compliance with labour legislation Controlling Industrial Relations Climate (all unions) Reporting all cases with financial impact to the CEO Monthly
• IR report Gathering and preparing CCMA documents
• Preparing for CCMA Matters
• Representing company at CCMA for all referred disputes
• Drafting of closing arguments, notices, affidavits, letters of demand , Con/Arb objections
• Management of CCMA cases and Labour Court Referrals
• Management of disciplinary cases
• Assessing merits of CCMA and Labour Court matters and providing advise

CTC : R35000 R42 000

Benefits - Fuel Card

Provident fund 7.5 % employee contribution and 9% employer contribution

Performance based Bonus in December

Find Us on Social Media