Head of Human Resources (Car Rental) at Ellahi Consulting

Overall Purpose of the Job

• The Head of Human Resources is responsible for leading and overseeing all Human Resources (HR) and Industrial Relations (IR) functions, ensuring alignment between HR strategies and the organisation’s business objectives. This role provides strategic leadership across key HR areas including talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, policy development, compliance, and organizational development. The Head of HR plays a pivotal role in cultivating a productive, inclusive, and compliant workplace culture at the company.

Requirements
Education (Formal Qualification Required)
Minimum:

• Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Professional HR Certification (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR) preferred.
• 8–12+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3–5 years in a senior leadership role.
• In-depth knowledge of Labour Law and HR best practices.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Proven experience in organizational development and strategic planning.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with integrity.

Legal Requirements
Minimum:

• Valid driver’s license

Experience and Knowledge
Minimum:

• Minimum of 3 years HR experience
• Solid IR, Union negotiations experience
• Good understanding and knowledge of current and relevant labour legislation
• Minimum 1-year industry knowledge
• Good working knowledge of MS Office (Teams, OneDrive, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel – preferred)

Key Performance Areas (KPAs) / Main Outputs and Responsibilities
Strategy

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business objectives (talent acquisition, performance management, employee development)
• Promote a culture of accountability, safety, customer focus, and operational efficiency
• Serve as a strategic partner to the executive team
• Oversee recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes

Compliance & Legislation / Internal Controls

• Ensure adherence to all labour legislation (BCEA, etc.)
• Guide management on compliance and reduce legal risk
• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure all HR policies and contracts are up to date and acknowledged

Benefits

• Ensure accurate job grading and salary alignment
• Maintain REMCO-approved benefits consistency
• Regularly review benefit offerings for competitiveness

Performance Management

• Support operational performance management, tracking progress and actions
• Guide managers and staff through performance cycles
• Maintain accurate records and manage poor performance processes

Industrial Relations (IR)

• Engage with unions, bargaining councils, CCMA, etc.
• Lead labour negotiations and manage disputes
• Train line managers on hearings and ensure legal compliance
• Provide expert guidance on disciplinary matters

Employment Equity (EE)

• Ensure all divisions within the company remain fully compliant with EE legislation
• Maintain functional EE Committees
• Organize EE meetings, audits, and training

Occupational Health & Safety (OHS)

• Oversee compliance with the OHS Act
• Implement control standards and coordinate annual OHS audits

Training and Development

• Diagnose skill gaps and implement development plans
• Partner with Learning Specialists
• Coach line managers for performance improvement

Ad hoc

• Lead HR projects and change initiatives
• Perform other HR-related duties as required

Deadline:18th August,2025