HR – Business Partner at Aurex Constructors

EDUCATION

•  Minimum of a completed Degree/Diploma in Human Resources.
•  Minimum 10 years’ experience as an HR practitioner.
•  At least 5 years within the Construction/Renewable energy environment.
•  Experience working with mass direct field labour mobilisations.
•  Must be computer literate.
•  Knowledge of compliance and corporate governance.
•  Solid knowledge of SA employment legislation, performance management and remuneration.
•  Experience and knowledge in cross border work i.e. Namibia and Mozambique will be beneficial.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCY

•  Must be able to communicate in English, both written and verbal.
•  Must be able to plan work accordingly to meet tight deadlines and cope under pressure.
•  Must be able to work in a team driven environment.
•  Be proactive with sound judgement.
•  Honest and open personality

RESPONSIBILITIES

•  Workforce Planning and Talent Management: Collaborating with construction project managers and department heads to understand current and future workforce needs, and developing strategies to attract, retain, and develop talent in alignment with business goals.
•  Recruitment and Onboarding: Overseeing the recruitment process for various positions on projects, ensuring timely mobilisation of qualified personnel.
•  Establish relationships with relevant Government authorities and continuously identify areas where local policies / adaptations need to established.
•  Employee Relations: Acting as a mediator and advisor in resolving conflicts and grievances between employees and management, ensuring fair and equitable treatment in compliance with labour laws and company policies.
•  HR Policy Development and Implementation: Developing and implementing HR policies and procedures specific to the construction industry, considering unique challenges and regulations such as union agreements, prevailing wage laws, and OSHA requirements.
•  Strategic HR Planning: Partnering with senior management to develop long-term HR strategies that support the overall business objectives of the company. This may involve workforce forecasting, succession planning, and talent pipelining.
•  Prepare, update and issue monthly manpower reports.
•  Support HR: Systems & Administration on People’s App and to ensure that all personnel records are accurately maintained and kept up to date.
•  Support any training needs for project staff.
•  Participate in and support IR processes and disciplinary matters.
•  Work closely with client’s HR and IR teams and understand the client’s requirements.