Our client based in Qqeberha is looking for an experienced IR Officer that can provide advice to managers and employees regarding the prevention and resolution of grievances, union consultation, performance management processes, employment legislation, and award provisions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Represent the company at the CCMA at conciliations and arbitrations in disputes concerning alleged unfair dismissals and unfair labour practices.
- Train management on the proper implementation of the disciplinary, grievance, poor performance, and incapacity procedures.
- Render management advice and interventions to promote a stable labour relations business environment.
- Conduct regular IR risk assessments and propose management solutions.
- Investigate labour disputes upon request to ensure compliance with labour legislation. Promote the use of fact-finding, mediation, conciliation, and advisory services to prevent or resolve labour disputes.
- Provide industrial relations expertise and operational support on a wide range of employment and industrial issues.
- Submit monthly IR reports to Management.
- Act as an advisor in communication structures.
- Monitor and update company procedures to ensure compliance with labour legislation.
- Conduct ad hoc projects as and when required.
- Investigate sick notes to ensure the authenticity of the documents and manage absenteeism.
- Handle grievances (formal and informal).
- Initiate and chair disciplinaries.
- Manage all union-related functions and conduct regular communication with union officials.
Requirements:
- Diploma/Degree in Industrial Relations/Labour Law/NOF Level 6 IR relevant tertiary qualification.
- Minimum of 5-7 years' experience as an Industrial Relations Specialist.
Please note that if you do not hear from us within 7 to 10 working days, your application was not successful.
Desired Skills:
- Industrial Relations
- Labour Law
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