At Johnson Outdoors, home to some of the world’s most innovative and best-known outdoor recreation brands, we create amazing outdoor experiences - for adventurers, by adventurers.
Johnson Outdoors diving business, home to Scubapro , a global market leader in innovative diving products, recently acquired Endless Summer Technologies , a diving equipment partner located in Durban, South Africa. The recent acquisition of Endless Summer Technologies into the SCUBAPRO brand will continue our history of being one of the top-ranking manufacturers to the global diving business.
About the Role:
The Scubapro team will be hiring a full-time Human Resource Manager located onsite at Dube Tradeport near Ballito, South Africa. The person in this role manages, plans, and implements human resources (HR) programs and practices which includes managing daily HR activities, recruitment and employee lifecycle, employee relations, learning and development, organizational design, employee engagement and recognition, safety/health reporting, performance management, regulatory compliance, and total rewards. Acts as a business partner supporting a team of managers and partners closely with human resources at other locations or shared services to create, implement and manage company-wide initiatives and processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manages and oversees all areas of human resources as well as the day-to-day requirements of the function.
- Provides general human resources management and support in the areas of employee relations, learning and development, recruitment, management, organizational design, employee engagement, safety/health, performance management, regulatory compliance, recognition, company events, and HR policies and procedures.
- Partners with other HR teams globally as a project lead or team participant to manage system-wide HR initiatives, evaluate programs, and develop/implement simplified, market-driven approaches.
- Serves as a business partner with leadership to align HR strategies/initiatives with business objectives. Brings an HR perspective to business planning, brings business perspectives to human resources strategy and implements plans accordingly. Acts as a mentor, coach, thought leader, and functional expert with leaders.
- Advises local and global leadership on local regulations, best practice, customs, and cultural considerations.
- Facilitates an excellent balance between the organization’s needs and employees’ needs to ensure best outcomes for both parties. Serves as a catalyst to instill our core values throughout the organization which contributes to a united culture.
- Ensures program compliance with relevant regulations as well as organizational policies and requirements. Directs the interpretation and application of established human resources policies.
- Maintains positive employee relations that promote satisfaction, retention, and high employee engagement.
- Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in business, human resources or equivalent.
- A minimum of 10 years of human resources experience which includes experience in leading other employees, projects, and/or functions.
- Strong knowledge of human resources functions including employee relations, employee engagement, recruitment, talent management, and organizational design. Benefits experience is a plus.
- Experience in development and submission of Workplace Skills Plan in order to ensure effective utilisation of Skills Development Levy.
- Experience in successfully managing projects from concept development to implementation and evaluation. Demonstrated leadership skills and abilities to effectively provide direction.
- Proficiency in all Microsoft software (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, etc.) or similar products.
- Excellent quantitative and analytical skills, along with a strong attention to detail.
- Hands on manager with unique skills, drive, and a high degree of integrity.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with and provide constructive feedback to highly diverse personalities across the entire organization to maximize the positive outcome of such interactions.
- Excellent and proactive interpersonal/communication skills to communicate with all levels of employees and leaders as well as external organizations.
- Ability to effectively identify and resolve problems with a group or individual in a timely manner and proactively develop alternative solutions.
- Creative, out of the box thinker.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and abilities to effectively provide direction. Ability to work effectively across remote locations and across various cultures.
- Demonstrates thorough knowledge of relevant HR regulations and compliance needs as well as best practices, concepts, and principles. Experience in overseeing compliant disciplinary processes and terminations.
- Ability to function effectively in a matrix organization with global locations, including a willingness to participate in online meetings with team members in other time zones outside of standard business hours.
A few pointers about our culture:
- Entrepreneurial spirit and innovation are in our bones! We authentically innovate trusted equipment that gets people out there.
- We are laser-focused on our consumers, and passionate about inspiring people to actively engage with the amazing awe of the outdoors again and again.
- We strive to create meaningful, healthy change in the world as individuals and as a family of brands.
- We value diversity and team members who are willing to wear multiple hats; who take personal initiative, anticipating what needs to be done, and figuring things out to make them happen; but who are also willing to ask for help, to assist others and work together.
About Us:
JOHNSON OUTDOORS is a leading global innovator of outdoor recreation equipment and technologies that inspire more people to experience the awe of the great outdoors. The company designs, manufactures, and markets a portfolio of winning, consumer-preferred brands across four categories: Watercraft Recreation, Fishing, Diving and Camping. Johnson Outdoors' iconic brands include: Old Town canoes and kayaks; Ocean Kayak; Carlisle paddles; Minn Kota fishing motors, batteries, and anchors; Cannon downriggers; Humminbird marine electronics and charts; SCUBAPRO dive equipment; Jetboil outdoor cooking systems. Founded in 1970 by Samuel C. Johnson, the Company has delivered double-digit compound annual growth over its history, evolving from a single brand into a nearly $663 million global enterprise with around 1,300 employees across 20 countries.
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- Human Resources and Management
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