Work-Force
An opportunity has arisen for a Industrial Relations Officer in Johannesburg. Suitably qualified candidates from across Gauteng are invited to apply.
About the Opportunity
The organisation is investing in its Johannesburg operation, and this Industrial Relations Officer position reflects that commitment. The successful candidate will work across the hr jobs function and contribute to the wider Gauteng business.
Expect a structured first ninety days, with onboarding milestones, regular check-ins, and an early focus on getting comfortable with the systems and processes that underpin the Johannesburg team.
Quality is everyone’s job. Whether the Industrial Relations Officer is processing a transaction, supporting a colleague or handling a customer query, the standard expected in Gauteng is consistently high and consistently fair.
About the Team
You will join a tight-knit, collaborative team that knows the hr jobs side of the business inside out. The Johannesburg group is a healthy mix of experienced operators and newer joiners, all of whom share a strong commitment to delivery and to one another.
Notably, the team mix in Johannesburg reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.
Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.
Based in Johannesburg
On top of that, the role is based in Johannesburg, in the heart of the Rosebank business precinct. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Johannesburg and the broader Gauteng region.
Many candidates already living within reach of Johannesburg cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Gauteng economy.
Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Johannesburg.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate training, learnerships and bursary programmes with SETAs
- Champion transformation and inclusion across all people processes
- Coordinate performance management cycles and calibration sessions
- Run exit interviews and feed insights into retention strategies
- Support organisational design, job evaluation and grading processes
- Advise managers on application of the LRA, BCEA and EEA
- Roll out HR policies and procedures and train managers on application
Candidate Profile
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
- Member or affiliate of SABPP or IPM is an advantage
- Experience supporting CCMA, disciplinary and grievance processes
- Sound knowledge of the LRA, BCEA, EEA and Skills Development Act
- Hands-on experience with HRIS and payroll systems
Candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.