Human Resources Manager, Johannesburg

Overview

A rapidly growing industrial business operating within the material handling, logistics, and outsourced operational services sector is seeking an experienced HR Manager to establish, lead and mature the HR function within its South African operation. The company, representing a leading global OEM brand, employs over 1,200 staff across the group and is entering an exciting growth phase with plans to significantly expand its local workforce over the next 12 months.Key Responsibilities

Establish, lead and mature the HR function in South Africa. Manage complex employee relations matters, including disciplinary processes and workforce compliance. Provide operational HR support in a fast‑paced, growing business. Engage with labour unions, shop stewards and bargaining councils.Oversee workforce compliance, health and safety, and site compliance. Drive recruitment, onboarding and workforce scaling. Implement performance management and employee development initiatives. Qualifications and Experience

Minimum 8‑10 years of HR experience, including 3‑5 years in an HR Manager or senior generalist role. Strong labour relations experience in South Africa with proven experience working with unions, shop stewards and bargaining councils. Experience managing blue‑collar employees in industrial, manufacturing, logistics, warehousing, construction or similar operational environments.Experience with labour broking, temporary employment services, outsourced workforce models or employees deployed to client sites. Experience handling disciplinary hearings, grievances, incapacity processes, dismissals and CCMA / bargaining council matters. Strong understanding of South African employment legislation.Experience supporting business growth, workforce scaling or operational expansion. Experience in a multinational, OEM or Pan‑African business (advantageous). Relevant tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Labour Law, Psychology, Business Management or a related field.Strong knowledge of South African labour legislation and dispute resolution processes. Valid driver licence and willingness to travel to client sites where required. Postgraduate qualification in Labour Law, Industrial Relations or HR Management (advantageous). SABPP registration or similar professional HR registration.CCMA / bargaining council representation experience. Experience in material handling, logistics, warehousing, industrial equipment, OEM, manufacturing or technical services environments. Employment Details

Employment Type: Permanent Employment Industry: Not specified Work space preference: Work Onsite Ideal work province: Gauteng Ideal work city: Johannesburg Salary bracket: R 75,000 - 100,000 Driver’s License: CODE B (Car) Own car needed: Yes If you meet the requirements for the role, we would love for you to apply!

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