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Human Resources Officer

South Africa, Gauteng
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Area: South Africa, Gauteng
Sector: Environmental Services
Posted: 18 March 2026

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Human Resources Officer

Picture this: diving into the heart of a buzzing waste management operation where every day brings fresh challenges in keeping teams sharp, compliant, and firing on all cylinders. You’ll be the go-to HR whizz in the Denver office, partnering closely with the HR crew to handle payroll, employee relations, and all the nitty-gritty that keeps operations smooth across multiple sites in this fast-evolving industry.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

  • From payroll precision to smoothing out workplace hiccups, you’ll keep everything ticking over perfectly.
  • Review and verify monthly payroll inputs with contract managers, tracking queries and key metrics like a hawk
  • Audit leave procedures monthly and ensure spot-on compliance for new hires and leavers, maintaining 100% audit-ready records on attendance, overtime, and shifts
  • Offer sharp ER/IR advice to managers and staff, driving end-to-end disciplinary processes from drafting charges to hearings and full documentation compliance
  • Handle grievances with fairness aligned to LRA standards, prepping bundles and escalating tricky cases to the HR Manager
  • Keep HRIS data pristine, personnel files up-to-date and POPIA-compliant, plus nail weekly reporting and IOD submissions
  • Coordinate blue-collar recruitment per SOPs, support interviews, onboarding, and EE compliance to hit high selection standards
  • Deliver hands-on HR support to line managers across Gauteng sites, building solid relationships and backing operational excellence

REQUIREMENTS

  • Bring your 5 years of HR hustle, plus a knack for the operational side of things.
  • Grade 12 plus a tertiary qualification in HR or Industrial Psychology
  • Solid grip on key legislation like BCEA, LRA, EEA, SDA, and more
  • Experience mentoring juniors, with HR audit, reporting, and HRIS know-how
  • Advanced Microsoft Office skills and comfort with digital tools
  • Valid code 08 driver’s licence and your own vehicle for multi-site action
  • Proven track record in operational or multi-site environments

KEY SKILLS

  • You’ll shine with laser focus and cool-headed smarts in a high-pressure setup.
  • Problem-solving prowess and a process-driven mindset
  • Razor-sharp attention to detail and top-notch organisation
  • Stellar time management, communication, and stakeholder savvy
  • Unwavering confidentiality, integrity, and emotional intelligence
  • Ability to thrive independently under deadlines with sound judgement
  • Ready to make HR the powerhouse behind waste management wins?