Employee Relations Specialist at Robben Island Museum (RIM)

Responsibilities:

• Will advise HR colleagues and line managers on complex, advanced and high-risk disciplinary cases about the appropriateness and fair application of relevant procedures and interventions. 
• Involvement in cases dealing with misconduct, operational requirements, and incapacity, encompassing inter alia suspension, disciplinary charge formulation, procedural, substantial and administrative requirements. 
• Identifying ER trends to propose and implement to limit risks to RIM and disciplinary action. 
• Facilitation of the processes and procedures in Employee Relations cases such as representing RIM in external dispute resolution with Unions and CCMA. 
• Delivery of specialist ER training to all unit managers, supervisors, and HR colleagues. 

Minimum requirements: 

• Postgraduate degree (NQF 8) in Industrial Relations/ Labour Law/ Human Resources/ Social Sciences/ Industrial Psychology 
• LLB degree will be an added advantage 

Work Experience: 

• Minimum 5 years in an Industrial/ Employee Relations specialist role; in a unionised environment. 
• Proven track record of CCMA representation and external dispute resolution forums. 
• Knowledge of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act and various Collective Agreements. 
• Proven ability to work in a highly confidential environment, perform under pressure, meet deadlines and be capable of accurate and detailed work. 
• Computer literacy in terms of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and internet is essential.