HR Manager (Construction Industry)

Prudent HR Solutions • Other • East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa • 3w ago

Job Description

The Human Resource Manager will support and direct the functions of the Human Resources (HR) department for the company and sites including recruitment and selection of staff, onboarding and offboarding employees, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

- Drafting of new employee contracts, post-registration, and Policies
- Ensuring employees follow all policies and procedures
- Assessing reports provided by the Site Agents and Contracts managers to determine employee performance and training needs
- Payroll compilation and final Co-approvals between HR, Operations, and Finance
- Improve and make changes in policies and procedures based on employee and company needs
- Process and administer employee benefits i.e Medical Aid and Pension/Provident funds
- Attending disciplinary cases with the CCMA and Bargaining council
- Creating recruitment plans, interview schedules and evaluation standards in accordance with HR methodologies and labour laws
- Monitor implementation of all HR policies and advise on HR activities, communications, requests, and documents created and received by sites
- Overseeing exit interviews and procedures
- Bursary administration and implementation
- Training matrix and development of all training requirements

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENT OF POSITION
- Have sound practice, knowledge and implementation of Bargaining unit and the agreements.
- Have sound practice, knowledge and understanding of unions.
- Resolve conflict in the workplace by means of facilitation and conciliation.
- Manage the administration function in regard to Recruitment and Selection, Induction and Disciplinary processes
- Responsible for maintaining current and creation of new job descriptions.
- Represent the company at the Bargaining Council i.e., Conciliation and Arbitration.
- Responsible for keeping all relevant HR documentation up to date with industry and South African legislation, such as employment contracts, and ensuring the correct procedures are implemented and followed.
- Support operational staff in all matters related to IR and dispute resolution
- Assist with employee benefits and implementation
- Ensure established standard recruiting practices and procedures are followed.
- Support sites to source and Interview candidates
- Conduct on boarding of new employees and conducts exit interviews.
- Create & communicate Human Resources policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Ensure general staff well-being and support through the Wellness Programme.
- Coordinate training programs in conjunction with training providers in support of skills development needs
- BBBEE Function & Verification support – EE Plan, ATR/WSP

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
- Higher National Diploma or Degree in HR Management.
- 5-10 years’ experience in a Human Resources Environment.
- Knowledge and previous experience in BCCEI Main Agreement
- Own Vehicle and Valid driver’s license
- Computer Literate
- Must be well organized and have excellent time-management skills.
- Be a successful negotiator and influencer.
- Analyze information quickly with good problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communicator to all levels of management in the company.
- Be good at keeping the peace and managing conflict in the company.
- Real listening skills and respect for keeping information private.
- MUST HAVE sound knowledge and practice of HR and IR in the Construction sector .

Requirements
Requirements Minimum Grade 12/Matric, National Senior Certificate Minimum of 5 years of experience in repair + maintenance , preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting. Strong technical skills and knowledge of best practices in maintenance procedures and protocols. Mechanical or Equivalent Technical Qualification (Advantageous). Trade tested (Highly advantageous). Basic Understanding of electricity (fault finding, switches, sensors, wiring, motor testing and phasing, etc). (Advantageous) Must be able to find work and execute tasks individually. Proven leadership skills and ability to effectively manage a team. Proficiency in MS Office/Excel, technically savvy (can use tablet) and/or maintenance management software. Excellent organizational skills, time management skills and attention to detail. Physically and medically fit! Valid driver’s licence Reside in East London or nearby areas - Must be able to work flexible hours and off-site as needed.

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