ER Advisor South Africa - Kumba Iron Ore Human Resources South Africa, Kathu Associate / Perman ...

We have an exciting opportunity for an Employee Relations Advisor. The purpose of this role is to Provide high-quality and comprehensive employee relations advice and services to the Kolomela and Sishen mines, improving employee relations.

Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to re-imagine mining to improve people's lives, delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible - from mobile phones to medicines.

We produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects - exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Rosebank, Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.

• Safety, Health, and Environment
  • Prioritize safety and health in all team interactions, leading by example to achieve zero harm and prevent fatalities.
  • Lead by example, fostering a safety-first culture.
  • Encourage open reporting of unsafe behaviours without fear of consequences.
  • Identify and address risks in the workplace using discipline-specific plans and operational risk management systems.
  • Monitor critical control performance and integrate them into daily work practices.
  • Establish and maintain Safety and Health systems within the work area.
  • Ensure team members are fit for duty and address issues as needed.
  • Conduct safety interactions, regular visual inspections, and workplace audits.
  • Conduct physical safety checks and provide coaching.
  • Gather data for safety reports and KPIs.
  • Report and rectify deficiencies.
  • Conduct regular safety audits to ensure compliance and address any issues.
  • Active participation in VFLs, Risk Assessments and close-out of Safet Actions.
• The Work: Key Outputs and Accountabilities
  • Provide guidance and support to relevant stakeholders on all matters related to employee relations in compliance with Labour Legislation.
  • Ensure disciplinary cases and disputes are managed according to the mine relationship strategy.
  • Advise line management and HR personnel on policies, procedures, and labour legislation.
  • Maintain relations with trade unions to foster labour peace, joint problem-solving, and stability.
  • Promote a high level of competency among supervisors in handling disciplinary cases.
  • Manage diversity between recognised unions fairly and equitably.
  • Implement and ensure compliance with all agreements.
  • Deliver a high-level advisory service to the Mine and maintain the accuracy and integrity of employee relations information.
  • Analyze employee relations data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
  • Support and implement strategies, plans, and policies for effective labour relations as the operation requires.
  • Establish and maintain healthy relationships with all stakeholders.
  • Participate actively in consultation forums.
  • Coach stakeholders on relevant policies and communicate effectively.
  • Assess employment practices trends and provide appropriate advice.

This role is in People & Organisation (P&O) NC on a band 6.10 (D1) level reporting to Section Manager Employee Relations Sishen & Kolomela.

• Grade 12
• Diploma in Labour Law / Industrial Relations / HRM (NQF6)
• SA Driver's License

• 3-5 years experience in employee relations advisory in a mining environment.
• Strong understanding of relevant labour laws, collective bargaining processes, and dispute resolution mechanisms within a unionised environment.
• Knowledge of the principles and tactics involved in union negotiations, including handling grievances and managing labour disputes.
• Familiarity with company policies, procedures, and frameworks regarding employee relations, including disciplinary codes and conflict resolution protocols.
• Awareness of health and safety regulations and how these impact employee relations, especially within unionised work environments.
• Understanding of collective agreements, employment contracts, and employee rights, with the ability to interpret and advise on legal terms and conditions.

Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.