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A vacancy has been confirmed for a Recruitment Consultant based in Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal. The successful candidate will join an established team within the hr jobs function.
About This Position
The Recruitment Consultant position is part of an ongoing recruitment drive across KwaZulu-Natal. The brief has been shaped carefully, with a focus on delivery in Ladysmith and across the hr jobs space.
Beyond that, the role suits a candidate who values consistency and clear communication. The Ladysmith operation runs on accurate work, steady relationships and a genuine respect for the people in the team.
On top of that, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Ladysmith also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.
Our Commitment to Transformation
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 Ladysmith.
Practical steps back the words. Structured EE reporting, transformation initiatives and learnership programmes give real opportunities to candidates from across KwaZulu-Natal.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Ladysmith.
The Environment
Beyond that, the environment blends desk-based administrative work with frequent interactions across the business. Confidentiality, fairness and compliance underpin the work.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Ladysmith site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Equally, 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.
What We Offer
You will join a team that values respectful collaboration, honest feedback and shared wins. The Ladysmith colleagues take pride in supporting one another and in doing the hr jobs side of the business properly, day in and day out.
Recognition matters here. Strong performers are noticed quickly, and many promotions across the business have started in the Ladysmith teams.
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 KwaZulu-Natal.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive engagement, wellness and culture initiatives across sites
- Manage benefits, pension or provident fund and medical aid administration
- Manage relationships with unions and prepare for wage negotiations
- Champion transformation and inclusion across all people processes
- Process monthly payroll inputs and resolve employee queries
Essential Criteria
- Member or affiliate of SABPP or IPM is an advantage
- Sound understanding of EE and B-BBEE compliance reporting
- Project management skills for HR initiatives and rollouts
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
- Sound knowledge of the LRA, BCEA, EEA and Skills Development Act
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret HR metrics
- 3-5 years’ generalist HR experience in a structured environment
If most of these boxes are ticked, you are encouraged to put your name forward.