Human Resource Specialist

Our client, a leader in the automotive manufacturing industry, is seeking a Human Resource Specialist to join their team based in Durban.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12 School Leaving Certificate.
• Bachelor’s Degree or BTech in Human Sciences, Human Resources Management or Industrial / Organisational Psychology.
• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in IR / Labour Law.
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience in a similar role within the Automotive Industry.

MAIN JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assist with the development of the Human Resources Management Strategic and operational plans.
• Implement social and labour plans.
• Translate legislative changes into relevant HR Policies and Practices.
• Have an in-depth understanding of and comply with the relevant HR Legislation (Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, BBBEE Act, Skills Development Act, MIBCO Main Agreement, etc.).
• Design and develop interventions and action plans to support the implementation of the EE strategy.
• Manage the implementation and ensure compliance with the EE strategy.
• Participate in the implementation and utilisation of equity-related processes.
• Co-ordinate EE and Training Committee meetings and consult with all stakeholders.
• Create awareness of BBBEE within the Group.
• Monitor, report on trends, and provide advice to Line Management regarding labour statistics.
• Compile and place adverts for recruitment.
• Shortlist suitable candidates and compile candidate reports.
• Co-ordinate the recruitment process, prepare interview packs, and conduct recruitment interviews.
• Ensure verification of candidates’ credentials (qualifications, references, etc.).
• Make formal offers of employment and compile and issue letters of regret to unsuccessful candidates.
• Co-ordinate the sign-on process (medical, employee data, payroll info, etc.).
• Co-ordinate the employee exit process and conduct exit interviews.
• Monitor consistent application of IR processes, policies, and procedures.
• Monitor and advise on substantive conditions of employment and related rights and obligations.
• Monitor the IR climate and advise Line Management on appropriate actions.
• Represent management in consultations and discussions with stakeholders on matters that arise at the plant level.
• Facilitate the resolution of employee disputes, grievances, and conflicts.
• Co-ordinate and provide advice to all stakeholders on disciplinary proceedings.
• Facilitate formal and informal communication with Unions and Shop Stewards.
• Monitor national annual wage negotiations with Trade Unions and manage the implementation thereof.
• Keep abreast of IR developments, trends, court judgments, communication systems, etc.
• Instill a Performance Management Culture in the organisation.
• Facilitate the Performance Management process and administer performance management records.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of HR Systems and establish new system requirements.
• Comply with the requirements of the HR Quality Systems.
• Develop and co-ordinate internal communication programmes to facilitate business outcomes.
• Design Teams process interventions and action plans.
• Facilitate Change Management initiatives.
• Ensure a safe, secure, and legal working environment.
• Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levels.
• Ensure discipline is maintained in the department (absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.).
• Resolve grievances and disputes.
• Keep abreast of the latest trends and developments in the Human Resources field.