Human Resource & Training Officer (Seafood Industry) at Ellahi Consulting

JOB PURPOSE

• To bridge the gap between current employee capabilities and the strategic requirements of the company. To ensure that the workforce remains competent and compliant, while maximizing the financial and transformative benefits of the Skills Development Act and Employment Equity Act.

QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Relevant tertiary qualification in HR Management, Industrial Psychology and/or a relevant field.
• SDF certification will be advantageous but not essential.
• Knowledge of SETA’s and grant regulations will be advantageous.
• Computer literate in MS Outlook, Excel (Advanced), Word and Teams.
• Proficiency in Sage 300 People and/or Management Information Systems (MIS) will be advantageous.

EXPERIENCE NEEDED

• At least 5 years’ work experience in a similar role within an FMCG or manufacturing environment.
• Prior exposure to the protein industry (e.g. meat, fish, dairy, etc.) will be advantageous.
• Deep understanding of the Skills Development Act, Skills Development Levies Act, Employment Equity Act, as well as BCEA and LRA.

REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong planning and multitasking abilities to meet deadlines and manage training schedules.
• Strong presentation and facilitation abilities, analytical thinking, and stakeholder liaison.
• High attention to detail, accuracy and documentation quality.
• Strong data management, analytical, and reporting capability.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in decision making.
• Open to change and learning new systems.
• Ability to build relationships and motivate people at all levels of an organisation.
• Must be able to work autonomously.
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Good time management.
• Must be comfortable working in a production/manufacturing environment and engaging with employees across all levels, including shop floor.
• Have own reliable transport.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct skill audits to identify training requirements across departments.
• Manage employee enrolment for training, schedule and coordinate training schedules of internal and external courses.
• Plan and implement cost-effective training interventions that provide a return on investment, foster a culture of continuous professional development and retention.
• Manage and monitor the annual training budget, ensuring cost-effective utilisation of funds and maximum grant recovery.
• Ensure all employees receive mandatory training and/or renewal of their licenses to meet industry and organisational standards and to stay compliant with legislation (e.g. first aid, health and safety, PDP’s, HACCP, GMP, OHS etc.).
• Arrange for medicals including eye tests.
• Work closely with line managers to align training with business goals and coordinate with external training providers.
• Facilitate internal programmes when required.
• Create and implement SOP’s for training that assist with succession planning.
• Lead, compile and submit the annual Workplace Skills Plan and Annual Training Report to the external provider to ensure the company remains compliant and eligible for mandatory and discretionary grants.
• Manage and coordinate, including drafting of agreements, study leave, learnerships and bursary programmes to build a sustainable talent pool for future business needs.
• Process training invoices and maintain accurate financial records to support relevant reporting.
• Assist with the development, implementation, updating and monitoring of the company’s EE plan and associated policies.
• Coordinate regular Training and EE committee meetings and consultation processes with employees and support the committee processes, including agendas, data analysis, and minutes.
• Conduct workforce profile analyses and identify barriers to equity.
• Prepare and submit the annual EE reports to the external provider to ensure the company remains compliant.
• Prepare for and support internal and external audits relating to training and EE compliance.
• Assist with providing the necessary data for B-BBEE applications.
• Ensure all legislative posters and notice boards with committee members are updated.
• Manage and maintain accurate training and EE records in HR systems (e.g. Sage 300 People) and monitor compliance.
• Draft and create job specifications and job descriptions.
• Manage and coordinate recruitment, interviews and related processes.

Deadline:24th March,2026