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Eaton Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
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Job Title: Regional HR Manager – Africa Region
Location: Wadeville, Johannesburg, South Africa
Function: Human Resources
Reports to: Managing Director – Africa
Eaton is a global power management company dedicated to improving the quality of life and the environment through sustainable energy solutions. In Africa, we are expanding our footprint and seeking a dynamic HR leader to support our growth across the region.
What You’ll Do
Position Overview
We are looking for a strategic and hands-on Regional HR Manager to lead HR operations across our Wadeville campus, which includes Electrical Sector Sales, Services & Emerging Markets, as well as Hydraulics and Truck divisions. This role covers South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, and potentially additional countries as our regional presence grows.
As the Country HR Manager for South Africa, you will play a pivotal role in driving talent strategy, employee development, industrial relations, and organizational transformation. You will act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and collaborate closely with regional and global HR teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as a strategic HR business partner to the Regional GM/MD, Regional Sales Manager, and Africa HR team.
- Design and implement HR strategies that support business growth and transformation.
- Lead BBBEE initiatives to strengthen Eaton’s competitive position.
- Drive performance management, talent acquisition, and employee development programs.
- Manage employee and industrial relations, including union negotiations and restructuring efforts.
- Champion organizational change and culture alignment.
- Ensure compliance with local labor laws and Eaton’s global HR policies.
- Provide coaching and guidance to leaders on complex HR and business matters.
- Foster transparent and effective employee communication across the region.
- Master’s degree in Business or related field (preferred).
- 10+ years of progressive HR experience, ideally in operational roles within large organizations.
- Proven success in managing BBBEE processes and union relationships.
- Strong experience in organizational change, including upsizing/downsizing.
- Fluent in English and at least one South African language, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Deep understanding of South African and African labor laws and HR best practices.
- Strategic thinker with strong business acumen.
- Confident communicator and influencer across all levels.
- Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
- Collaborative team player with a passion for people and culture.
- Results-driven with a focus on continuous improvement.
At Eaton, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organization that values innovation, diversity, and sustainability. You’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of HR in Africa and make a meaningful impact on our people and business.
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.
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- Seniority level Director
- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Other
- Industries Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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#J-18808-LjbffrRegional HR Manager

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**Location:** Wadeville, Johannesburg, South Africa
**Function:** Human Resources
**Reports to:** Managing Director - Africa
Eaton is a global power management company dedicated to improving the quality of life and the environment through sustainable energy solutions. In Africa, we are expanding our footprint and seeking a dynamic HR leader to support our growth across the region.
**What you'll do:**
**Position Overview**
We are looking for a strategic and hands-on Regional HR Manager to lead HR operations across our Wadeville campus, which includes Electrical Sector Sales, Services & Emerging Markets, as well as Hydraulics and Truck divisions. This role covers South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, and potentially additional countries as our regional presence grows.
As the Country HR Manager for South Africa, you will play a pivotal role in driving talent strategy, employee development, industrial relations, and organizational transformation. You will act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and collaborate closely with regional and global HR teams.
**Key Responsibilities**
+ Serve as a strategic HR business partner to the Regional GM/MD, Regional Sales Manager, and Africa HR team.
+ Design and implement HR strategies that support business growth and transformation.
+ Lead BBBEE initiatives to strengthen Eaton's competitive position.
+ Drive performance management, talent acquisition, and employee development programs.
+ Manage employee and industrial relations, including union negotiations and restructuring efforts.
+ Champion organizational change and culture alignment.
+ Ensure compliance with local labor laws and Eaton's global HR policies.
+ Provide coaching and guidance to leaders on complex HR and business matters.
+ Foster transparent and effective employee communication across the region.
**Qualifications & Experience:**
+ Master's degree in Business or related field (preferred).
+ 10+ years of progressive HR experience, ideally in operational roles within large organizations.
+ Proven success in managing BBBEE processes and union relationships.
+ Strong experience in organizational change, including upsizing/downsizing.
+ Fluent in English and at least one South African language, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
+ Deep understanding of South African and African labor laws and HR best practices.
**Skills & Attributes:**
+ Strategic thinker with strong business acumen.
+ Confident communicator and influencer across all levels.
+ Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
+ Collaborative team player with a passion for people and culture.
+ Results-driven with a focus on continuous improvement.
**Why join us?**
At Eaton, you'll be part of a purpose-driven organization that values innovation, diversity, and sustainability. You'll have the opportunity to shape the future of HR in Africa and make a meaningful impact on our people and business.
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We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.
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Regional HR Manager - EMEA
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Canonical Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
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Canonical Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
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Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is very widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT. Our customers include the world's leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders in many sectors. The company is a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office based roles. Teams meet two to four times yearly in person, in interesting locations around the world, to align on strategy and execution.
The company is founder led, profitable and growing.
We are hiring a Regional HR Manager for APAC to join our People team at Canonical.
With 1,200+ colleagues across 75 countries, we require a People function that thinks and acts globally. We're looking for a regional lead that will report into our Global Head of HR who can help build our company as we go through continued growth plans. It's an exciting time to join with the opportunity to help shape and create an HR function for the future. You will lead the APAC team of HR professionals to provide precise, compliant and scalable HR operations to the business, advise and execute on HR issues across the whole employee life-cycle, and partner with senior leadership in your region. You will have an analytical approach, a keen eye for detail and the ability to interpret data trends and themes.
The role entails the individual to:
- Lead and scale Canonical's regional HR team
- Deliver precise and compliant HR operations in a timely manner and with the highest degree of accuracy
- Interact closely with the broader People team to create tight-knit processes across all regions
- Be accountable for HR processes such as talent development, succession planning, performance assessments, onboarding, culture and engagement initiatives that drive high performing teams
- Work with senior managers across the business on performance management, organizational design, employee engagement, rewards- and workforce planning
- Own as well as coach and advise people managers on the full spectrum of employee relations issues, across multiple countries
- Partner with people managers to support the delivery of appropriate training and development programs
- Establish a trusted partnership with the business in your region
- Drive diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
- Design new policies and deliver on business-critical HR related projects globally
- Present at Canonical events to articulate Canonical's HR practices
- Exceptional academic track record from both high school and university
- HR experience leading initiatives across regions within a technology business
- People management experience
- Experience in business partnering with senior stakeholders
- A good balance between leading and executing, in this role you will need to be hands-on involved in the daily HR routines too
- Experience in working in a remote first organization
- Able to leverage data to make informed decisions
- Knowledge and practical implementation of HR practices and employment law across APAC
- Experience in handling and overseeing complex ER matters across multiple jurisdictions
- Fluent in business English (written and spoken)
- Self motivated, organized, accurate, confident, authentic, results-orientated, open-minded, enthusiastic and energetic
- Willingness to travel up to 4 times a year for internal events
- Experience with immigration policies and mobility processes
- Professional HR qualification (CIPD/SHRM or other)
- Facilitation skills
We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. We revisit compensation annually (and more often for graduates and associates) to ensure we recognise outstanding performance. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus. We provide all team members with additional benefits, which reflect our values and ideals. We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.
- Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
- Annual compensation review
- Recognition rewards
- Annual holiday leave
- Maternity and paternity leave
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
- Priority Pass, and travel upgrades for long haul company events
Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open source projects and the platform for AI, IoT and the cloud, we are changing the world of software. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. We expect excellence - in order to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. Most colleagues at Canonical have worked from home since its inception in 2004. Working here is a step into the future, and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.
Canonical is an equal opportunity employer
We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.
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- Seniority level Director
- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Human Resources
- Industries Software Development
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HR Lead –Regional Projects.
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HR Lead – Regional Projects
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The Barrick Africa & Middle East Team is seeking to recruit an HR Lead – Regional Projects to join and grow our team.
This role is for the duration of the Lumwana expansion project (August 2025 – December 2027) and will require approximately 75% of time spent at Lumwana Mining Company, Zambia.
Join our exceptional team and embody Barrick's core values as you work with us. We are in search of individuals who can champion Barrick's DNA by :
- Communicating Honestly, Transparently, and Acting with Integrity
- Exhibiting a Results-Driven approach
- Delivering solutions that are Fit for Purpose
- Dedicating themselves to Building a Sustainable Legacy
- Taking Responsibility and being Accountable
- Committing to Zero Harm
- Cultivating strong and meaningful Partnerships
If you're ready to contribute to our world-class team while embracing these values, we encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our diverse workforce.
Responsibilities :
HR Project Management :
- Support the HR Manager Projects within the projects’ scope to ensure continuity of service delivery.
- As 2nd in charge of HR Projects, manage the core functions of Contractor On-Boarding and the Co-ordination of Operational Readiness for the Lumwana expansion project.
- Implement HR policies and procedures tailored to project needs and support change management initiatives.
- Ensure alignment with overall business objectives and compliance with relevant regulations.
- Prepare regular reports on HR metrics for the project and maintain accurate and up-to-date HR documentation and reporting for project audits and reviews.
Contractor On-Boarding :
- Ensure consistency and best practice in relation to contractor’s employee relations policies, practices, and systems in line with Lumwana Mining Company policies.
- Ensure the Contractor resources meet schedule requirements by managing the on-boarding process from tender award to mobilisation on site.
- Lead HR activities facilitated by the Owners team for assigned project packages, including Chiefdom recruitment, onboarding, training, and deployment of project personnel to schedule.
- Oversee the audit compliance of the Contractors with labor laws, company policies, and project-specific regulations.
- Manage employee relations, resolve conflicts, and maintain positive engagement among project staff from an Owners Team perspective.
- Manage performance reports of the contractors including response reports to contractor on-boarding delays claimed / submitted by the contractor.
- Facilitate communication between project contractors, owners’ teams and corporate HR functions.
- Serve as a point of contact for Contractor and / or Contractor employee concerns and grievances under the project.
Operational Readiness
- Working closely with the Operational Readiness Manager, ensure the resource readiness with the departmental management with an integrated and co-ordinated manning, on-boarding and training plans to meet the commissioning schedule.
- Manage the operational readiness manpower plans to schedule and mitigate any risk by identifying and resolving any matters that may impact the commissioning schedule.
- Develop and track an integrated operational readiness training plan with the departmental Management and L&D for required training programs to meet the competency requirements for operational readiness and ensure smooth commissioning of the various project packages.
Health and Safety :
- Collaborate with health and safety teams to ensure compliance with safety regulations and promote a culture of safety among all project personnel.
Qualification Requirements :
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field. Master's degree will be preferred.
Experience and Skills Requirements :
- Proven experience in HR management, with a focus on feasibility studies, construction, or mining projects and contractor on-boarding.
- In-depth knowledge of local labour laws and regulations.
- Strong understanding of compensation and benefits principles and practices.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities and strategic thinking.
- Proficiency in HRIS and other relevant software applications.
- HR Professional registration (, SHRM, CIPD).
What We Can Offer You :
- A fixed term contract for the duration of the Lumwana Expansion Project (until 31 December 2027).
- A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses and site-specific benefits.
- The ability to make a difference and lasting impact.
- Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
- Opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
- Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.
Please forward applications before : 21 August 2025
We are committed to a safe work environment, sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.
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HR Lead –Regional Projects
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The Barrick Africa & Middle East Team is seeking to recruit a HR Lead –Regional Projects
to join and grow our team.
This role is for the duration of the Lumwana expansion project (August 2025 – December 2027) and will require approximately 75% of time spent at Lumwana Mining Company, Zambia.
Join our exceptional team and embody Barrick's core values as you work with us. We are in search of individuals who can champion Barrick's DNA by:
- Communicating Honestly, Transparently, and Acting with Integrity
- Exhibiting a Results-Driven approach
- Delivering solutions that are Fit for Purpose
- Dedicating themselves to Building a Sustainable Legacy
- Taking Responsibility and being Accountable
- Committing to Zero Harm
- Cultivating strong and meaningful Partnerships
If you're ready to contribute to our world-class team while embracing these values, we encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our diverse workforce.
Responsibilities:
HR Project Management:
- Support the HR Manager Projectswithin the projects’ scope to ensure continuity of service delivery
- As 2 nd in charge of HR Projects, manage the core functions of Contractor On-Boarding and the Co-ordination of Operational Readiness for the Lumwana expansion project
- Implement HR policies and procedures tailored to project needs and support change management initiatives.
- Ensure alignment with overall business objectives and compliance with relevant regulations.
- Prepare regular reports on HR metrics for the project and m aintain accurate and up-to-date HR documentation and reporting for project audits and reviews.
Contractor On-Boarding:
- Ensure consistency and best practice in relation to contractor’s employee relations policies, practices, and systems in line with Lumwana Mining Company policies.
- Ensure the Contractor resources meet schedule requirements by managing the on-boarding process from tender award to mobilisation on site.
- Lead HR activities facilitated by the Owners team for assigned project packages, including Chiefdom recruitment, onboarding, training, and deployment of project personnel to schedule.
- Oversee the audit compliance of the Contractors with labor laws, company policies, and project-specific regulations.
- Manage employee relations, resolve conflicts, and maintain positive engagement among project staff from an Owners Team perspective
- Manage performance reports of the contractors including response reports to contractor on-boarding delays claimed/submitted by the contractor
- Facilitate communication between project contractors, owners’ teams and corporate HR functions.
- Serve as a point of contact for Contractor and/or Contractor employee concerns and grievances under the project.
Operational Readiness
- Working closely with the Operational Readiness Manager, ensure the resource readiness with the departmental management with and integrated and co-ordinated manning, on-boarding and training plans to meet the commissioning schedule.
- Manage the operational readiness manpower plans to schedule and mitigate any risk by identifying and resolving any matters that may impact the commissioning schedule.
- Develop and track an integrated operational readiness training plan with the departmental Management and L&D for required training programs to meet the competency requirements for operational readiness and ensure smooth commissioning of the various project packages
Health and Safety:
- Collaborate with health and safety teams to ensure compliance with safety regulations and promote a culture of safety among all project personnel.
Qualification Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field. Master's degree will be preferred.
Experience and Skills Requirements:
- Proven experience in HR management, with a focus on feasibility studies, construction, or mining projects and contractor on-boarding.
- In-depth knowledge of local labour laws and regulations.
- Strong understanding of compensation and benefits principles and practices.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities and strategic thinking.
- Proficiency in HRIS and other relevant software applications.
- HR Professional registration (e.g., SHRM, CIPD).
What We Can Offer You:
- A fixed term contract for the duration of the Lumwana Expansion Project (until 31 December 2027)
- A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses and site-specific benefits
- The ability to make a difference and lasting impact
- Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
- Opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues
- Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization
Please forward applications before: 21 August 2025
We are committed to a safe work environment, sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.
Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Info- Job Identification 235996
- Job Category Human Resources
- Posting Date 08/14/2025, 02:19 PM
- Apply Before 08/21/2025, 03:00 PM
- Job Schedule Full time
- Locations GE Innovation centre 2nd Level , Johannesburg, 2196, ZA
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