Employee Relations Officer at Anglo American

Job Description:

As our Employee Relations Officeryour responsibilities will include but not limited to:

Safety, Health, and Environment

• Promote a safety-first culture by encouraging open reporting of unsafe behaviours.
• Identify and manage workplace risks through operational risk management and monitoring controls.
• Maintain effective Safety and Health systems by conducting inspections and coaching.
• Collect safety data for reports, escalate deficiencies, and participate in audits for compliance.
• Active participation in SLAMs, HPHs, relevant Risk Assessments and close-out of Safety Actions

Performance and Delivery:

• Assist in guiding stakeholders on employee relations matters, ensuring alignment with Labour Legislation and company policies.
• Support the administration of disciplinary cases and disputes by following predefined procedures and the mine’s relationship framework.
• Guideline managers and P&O teams on basic policy interpretation, procedural steps, and labour law requirements.
• Assist in maintaining positive relations with trade unions by maintaining communication, documenting discussions, and escalating complex issues.
• Support training initiatives for supervisors on handling straightforward disciplinary matters, emphasising procedural fairness.
• Maintain equitable treatment of diverse union groups by adhering to established negotiation protocols and escalating discrepancies.
• Monitor compliance with agreements and legislation, flagging non-compliance or breaches to senior staff.
• Maintain accurate records of employee relations activities (e.g., grievances, consultations) for reporting and audit purposes.
• Compile fundamental employee relations data (e.g., dispute frequency, resolution timelines) to assist in trend analysis.
• Execute predefined labour relations plans and policies under supervision, ensuring alignment with operational needs.
• Support stakeholder engagement by scheduling meetings, preparing materials, and documenting outcomes.
• Participate in consultation forums as required, taking notes and communicating key points to relevant teams.
• Escalate complex employee relations issues to senior advisors or management for resolution.
• Stay updated on employment practices and legislative changes, sharing updates with the team for proactive adaptation.

This role is in People & Organisation (P&O) NC on a band 7 level (C4) reporting to Section Manager Employee Relations Sishen & Kolomela

Qualifications:

• Grade 12
• National Diploma in Labour Law / Industrial Relations / HRM (NQF6)
• SA Driver’s License

Technical Knowledge

• 3-5 years of experience in employee relations advisory capacity in a mining environment.
• Knowledge of relevant labour laws, collective bargaining processes, and dispute resolution mechanisms.
• Familiarity with the principles and strategies of union negotiations, including grievance handling and labour dispute management.
• Understanding company policies, procedures, and frameworks related to employee relations, including disciplinary codes and conflict resolution protocols.
• Awareness of health and safety regulations and their impact on employee relations.
• Knowledge of collective agreements, employment contracts, and employee rights, with the ability to interpret and provide guidance on legal terms and conditions.

Closing Date: 29 September, 2025