HR Officer at Bluespec Holdings

Key Responsibilities:

Industrial Relations (IR) & Employee Relations

• Ensure compliance with Motor Industry Bargaining Council (MIBCO) agreements.
• Handle and resolve grievances, workplace disputes, and union-related matters.
• Provide guidance on disciplinary actions, retrenchments, and dismissals.
• Ensure compliance with Employment Equity (EE) requirements and contribute to EE planning.

CCMA & DRC Case Management

• Manage and represent the company in CCMA and DRC cases related to unfair dismissals, wage disputes, and unfair labour practices.
• Draft and submit necessary documentation for conciliation, mediation, and arbitration.
• Conduct internal investigations to prevent and resolve disputes before escalation.

Disciplinary Processes & Drafting of Warnings

• Draft and issue verbal, written, and final warnings in compliance with Labor Relations Act (LRA) and BCEA.
• Maintain proper documentation of disciplinary actions and performance improvement plans.
• Conduct and chair disciplinary hearings and incapacity inquiries.
• Train managers on correct disciplinary and warning procedures.

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including screening, interviews, and selection.
• Draft and update employment contracts and job descriptions.
• Ensure PSIRA (Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority) compliance for security staff if applicable.

Training & Development

• Identify training needs and implement HR and compliance training programs.
• Conduct workshops on labour law, disciplinary processes, and grievance handling.
• Maintain employee training records and ensure compliance with EE and skills development.

Compensation, Benefits & Payroll Support

• Process payroll inputs and ensure compliance with MIBCO regulations.
• Administer employee benefits such as medical aid, pension funds, and leave management.
• Ensure adherence to BCEA (Basic Conditions of Employment Act) on working hours, leave, and wages.

HR Compliance & Administration

• Ensure compliance with BCEA, LRA, EE Act, and OHSA (Occupational Health & Safety Act).
• Maintain accurate employee records, warnings, and disciplinary files.
• Assist in HR audits, reporting, and EE submissions.

Health & Safety Compliance

• Work with the Health & Safety team to maintain a safe working environment.
• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations in the motor industry.

Key Requirements:

Education:

• Relevant HR Qualification, Industrial Relations, or a related field.

Experience:

• 3+ years of HR experience, preferably in the motor or security industry.