HR Generalist
Position summary
Introduction
Job description
- Provide comprehensive HR support across multiple manufacturing sites.
- Advise management and employees on HR policies, procedures and employee relations.
- Manage disciplinary processes, grievances, workplace investigations and related documentation.
- Coordinate recruitment, selection, onboarding and employee induction.
- Maintain accurate employee records, personnel files and HR documentation.
- Manage attendance monitoring, leave administration and workforce-related matters.
- Support performance management and employee engagement initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with South African labour legislation and company policies.
- Conduct regular factory site visits and provide practical HR support.
- Promote positive employee relations and effective workplace communication.
- Support occupational health and safety compliance within manufacturing operations.
Minimum requirements
- National Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Relations, Labour Relations or a related field.
- Minimum 3–5 years' experience in an HR Generalist or HR Officer role.
- Practical HR generalist experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment is essential.
- Sound knowledge of South African labour legislation, including the LRA and BCEA.
- Practical experience in employee relations, disciplinary hearings, grievances and workplace investigations.
- Experience in recruitment, onboarding, performance management and HR administration.
- Comfortable working on the factory floor and adhering to PPE and safety requirements.
- Valid driver's licence and own reliable vehicle are essential.
- Willingness to travel regularly between Vereeniging, Hammanskraal and Krugersdorp.
- Two Saturdays per month are compulsory.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to handle confidential matters professionally and manage competing priorities.
The Ideal Candidate
You are a practical, approachable and solutions-driven HR professional with strong employee relations experience in a manufacturing environment. You are comfortable engaging with employees at all levels, working on the factory floor and supporting management with operational HR challenges.
Why Join Us?
Join Ceramic Industries and contribute to a well-established manufacturing business. This opportunity offers exposure to multiple manufacturing sites and the chance to play an important role in supporting effective people management and operational success.
How to Apply
Ceramic Industries is committed to employment equity. Applications from suitably qualified candidates across all designated groups are welcome, with consideration given to the organisation's employment equity objectives.
If you meet the above requirements, please submit your updated CV.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive feedback within two weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.