Employee Relations & Wellness Manager

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The HR Manager: Employment Relations (ER) and Employee Wellness (EW) ensures the company maintains effective and efficient ER and EW policies, procedures, and practices that support the achievement of HR strategic goals. This role combines strategic oversight with hands on operational management to promote compliance, employee engagement, and wellness initiatives across the organization.

• Formal Education:
• Bachelor's degree (NQF 7) in Human Resources or a related field
• Technical/Legal Certification:
• Not applicable
• Experience:
• Minimum of 7 years' experience in employee relations and wellness initiatives
• At least 3 years in a supervisory or management role
• Key Challenges and Problem Solving
• Managing disciplinary matters consistently and fairly
• Ensuring confidentiality of sensitive employee information
• Maintaining compliance with labour laws and internal policies
• Balancing generalist HR responsibilities with specialized ER/EW functions
• Company policies and procedures
• Industry best practice benchmarks
• Internal and external resources, including legal guidance and HR manuals
• Decisions may have both immediate and long term effects on business operations and employee engagement
• 3 year HR strategy aligned with organizational objectives
• Annual company business plan with quarterly and monthly execution cycles
• Scope of Influence
• Influences all HR policies, procedures, and practices (strategic)
• Contributes to business planning (tactical)
• Supports day to day HR operations and compliance (operational)
• Special Requirements:
• Own transport is essential for performing duties

• Develop and monitor implementation of Employment Equity (EE) plan
• Conduct surveys to assess employee perceptions and analyse results
• Support effective implementation of EE initiatives
• Ensure compliance with company policies and labor legislation
• Advise executives and staff on ER matters
• Facilitate grievance and disciplinary hearings
• Represent the company in relevant IR matters
• Oversee correct documentation and outcomes of hearings
• Engage with staff representative forums
• Prepare risk, monthly trend, quarterly board, management, and special project reports
• Promote wellness initiatives and programs across the organization
• Organize wellness events
• Analyse trends and provide actionable recommendations
• Oversee recruitment, hiring, and onboarding
• Develop and update HR policies and procedures
• Support performance management processes
• Ensure legal compliance in all HR activities
• Manage HR budget and resources
• Prepare quarterly board submissions and implement resolutions
• Lead and develop HR staff to optimize performance
• Conduct performance planning and reviews
• Implement personal development plans
• Provide ongoing coaching and feedback
• Build and maintain high performing teams