Work-Force
An opportunity has arisen for a Industrial Relations Officer in Kroonstad. Suitably qualified candidates from across Free State are invited to apply.
Overview
The organisation is investing in its Kroonstad 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 Free State business.
Crucially, the role suits a candidate who values consistency and clear communication. The Kroonstad operation runs on accurate work, steady relationships and a genuine respect for the people in the team.
Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the Industrial Relations Officer to step into the hr jobs workflow quickly. Institutional knowledge is well-organised, so people are not reinventing the wheel from one week to the next.
Working in Kroonstad
Working in Kroonstad means a place within the Maluti-A-Phofung logistics node, with a steady flow of activity and a strong local economy. The team has built solid relationships across the Free State region, and the Kroonstad office benefits from those long-standing connections.
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 Kroonstad.
If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in Kroonstad, Free State.
What We Offer
In addition, the company invests in the people who join it. From structured onboarding to ongoing skills development, you will find clear paths to grow your career in hr jobs from your base in Kroonstad. Many colleagues across Free State have moved into senior roles after starting in positions just like this one.
Recognition matters here. Strong performers are noticed quickly, and many promotions across the business have started in the Kroonstad teams.
Notably, the company reinvests in its people: paid training, internal moves and the chance to take on bigger projects are all part of how careers in Kroonstad keep progressing.
Day in the Life
Your day is people-shaped from the moment you log in. You move between recruitment screens, manager calls, payroll queries and the occasional sensitive conversation that needs your full attention. Mid-morning you might be running an onboarding session for new starters, and by the afternoon you’re back at your desk preparing EE or B-BBEE reports. Through it all, you balance compliance with care, making sure that policies are followed and people are heard.
No two days look exactly the same — and that variety is part of what keeps the role engaging for the right candidate in Kroonstad.
In addition, the Kroonstad office buzzes through peak hours and settles into focused, productive lulls in between, giving you time to plan and reset before the next stretch of work.
Core Functions
- Support organisational design, job evaluation and grading processes
- Manage benefits, pension or provident fund and medical aid administration
- Drive engagement, wellness and culture initiatives across sites
- Advise managers on application of the LRA, BCEA and EEA
- Manage end-to-end recruitment from briefing to onboarding
- Process monthly payroll inputs and resolve employee queries
Who We’re Looking For
- Member or affiliate of SABPP or IPM is an advantage
- Experience supporting CCMA, disciplinary and grievance processes
- Sound understanding of EE and B-BBEE compliance reporting
- Hands-on experience with HRIS and payroll systems
- Coaching mindset with the ability to support line managers
- Sound knowledge of the LRA, BCEA, EEA and Skills Development Act
Each application is reviewed carefully, and strong matches against the criteria above will move forward in the process.