Work-Force
A vacancy has been confirmed for a Payroll and HR Officer based in Virginia, Free State. The successful candidate will join an established team within the hr jobs function.
About the Opportunity
The Payroll and HR Officer vacancy forms part of how the Virginia branch keeps performing. It pairs day-to-day delivery with longer-running priorities that keep the hr jobs side of the business moving forward.
Practically speaking, the organisation keeps reporting lines clean and expectations realistic. Performance is measured against a small, agreed set of metrics, and there are no surprise yardsticks for the Payroll and HR Officer taking on this position.
Quality is everyone’s job. Whether the Payroll and HR Officer is processing a transaction, supporting a colleague or handling a customer query, the standard expected in Free State is consistently high and consistently fair.
Stakeholders for this position include line managers, peers across the hr jobs team and trusted external partners. Building those relationships early makes the next twelve months in Virginia much easier.
Tools, systems and information are there to support the role rather than slow it down. The company continues to invest in the technology that backs its Virginia teams, and the new Payroll and HR Officer will feel that from the first week.
About Virginia
Virginia continues to grow as an employment hub in Free State, with in the Welkom gold fields. This role gives you a foothold in one of its busier business communities, with access to the local services, suppliers and partners that keep the work moving.
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 Virginia.
If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in Virginia, Free State.
Many candidates already living within reach of Virginia cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Free State economy.
Equal Opportunity
Inclusion is a core part of how the team operates. This is an equal-opportunity employer, and candidates from all communities — including women, youth and persons living with disabilities — are encouraged to apply for this role in Virginia.
B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Virginia.
Practical steps back the words. Structured EE reporting, transformation initiatives and learnership programmes give real opportunities to candidates from across Free State.
Where You’ll Work
Practically speaking, the environment blends desk-based administrative work with frequent interactions across the business. Confidentiality, fairness and compliance underpin the work.
Notably, a respectful, professional environment is the standard in Free State. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Virginia site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Importantly, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this position open to recent graduates?
Yes. Provided the minimum requirements listed above are met, graduates are warmly encouraged to put their names forward.
What shift patterns apply to this role?
Shift patterns vary by site, but the role typically follows the standard operational hours of the relevant branch. The hiring team will walk you through the specifics during the interview.
Is this position open to candidates from other provinces?
In addition, yes, although preference is generally given to candidates already based in or near the listed city.
Is reasonable accommodation supported for applicants with disabilities?
Beyond that, yes. The hiring team is committed to inclusive recruitment and engages on reasonable accommodation as part of the process.
Is training provided for this position?
Crucially, yes. New joiners receive structured onboarding, and ongoing coaching and skills development are built into how the team operates.
Your Future Here
This role can grow with you. Strong performers in the hr jobs team in Virginia have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.
Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Virginia have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Free State.
Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.
Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Virginia team member.
What We Offer
Crucially, 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 Virginia. Many colleagues across Free State have moved into senior roles after starting in positions just like this one.
Benefits are clear and consistent. Beyond the package on offer, the role includes the supports you would expect from an established South African employer in Free State.
Recognition matters here. Strong performers are noticed quickly, and many promotions across the business have started in the Virginia teams.
Beyond that, 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 Virginia keep progressing.
Meet the Team
On top of that, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Virginia office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when Free State operations get busy.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
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.
Notably, the team mix in Virginia reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Manage end-to-end recruitment from briefing to onboarding
- Coordinate performance management cycles and calibration sessions
- Coordinate training, learnerships and bursary programmes with SETAs
- Compile workforce reports for EE, B-BBEE and skills development submissions
- Champion transformation and inclusion across all people processes
- Support organisational design, job evaluation and grading processes
Minimum Requirements
- Member or affiliate of SABPP or IPM is an advantage
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
- Project management skills for HR initiatives and rollouts
- Hands-on experience with HRIS and payroll systems
- Excellent written and verbal communication in English
In addition, if your CV speaks to the points above, this role is worth a closer look.