HR Generalist

O2 Motor Group - Representing Mahindra East Rand Mall, Mahindra Edenvale and CHERY Edenvale, requires a HR Generalist to join their Team in Edenvale.

VACANCY • HR GENERALIST • EDENVALE

The HR Generalist is responsible for providing comprehensive HR support across all departments within the motor dealership, including Sales, Service, Parts, and Administration. The role ensures effective implementation of HR policies, compliance with labour legislation, and the smooth execution of day to day HR operations, contributing to a productive and compliant dealership environment.

• Coordinate end to end recruitment processes including advertising, shortlisting, interviews, and appointment documentation.
• Facilitate onboarding and induction of new employees in line with dealership standards.
• Liaise with line managers to understand staffing requirements and workforce planning needs.

• Provide first line HR support to employees and management on HR related matters.
• Assist with disciplinary hearings, grievances, and performance related issues in accordance with company policies and labour legislation.
• Promote positive employee relations and a professional workplace culture.

• Support the implementation and administration of performance management processes.
• Assist line managers with performance reviews, corrective actions, and development plans.

• Coordinate training, skills development, and compliance related training requirements.
• Assist with workplace skills planning, learnerships, and internal development initiatives.

• Maintain accurate and up to date employee records, contracts, and personnel files.
• Administer leave, attendance, probation, and termination processes.
• Prepare HR documentation including letters, warnings, notices, and reports.

• Ensure compliance with South African labour legislation and internal HR policies.
• Assist with policy implementation, updates, and staff communication.
• Support audits and inspections where required (e.g., Department of Labour).

• Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) legislation and dealership safety policies across all departments, including workshops and service areas.
• Assist in coordinating health and safety training, inductions, incident reporting, and safety awareness initiatives.
• Support management with maintaining safety records, risk assessments, and preparation for health and safety audits or inspections.

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3-5 years' HR experience, preferably within the automotive, retail, or service industry.
• Proven experience in recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee relations, and HR compliance at dealership level.
• Exposure to dealership operations will be a strong advantage.
• Sound knowledge of South African labour legislation.
• MIBCO experience will be a strong advantage.
• Strong administrative, organisational, and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Organisational skills to manage multiple priorities across departments (sales, service, parts, administration).
• Leadership skills to coach, mentor, and develop dealership HR or administrative teams.
• Proficiency in MS Office and HRIS/payroll systems.
• Professional, ethical, and reliable.
• Detail oriented with strong follow through.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced dealership environment.
• Proactive and solutions focused approach.
• Strong teamwork and stakeholder engagement skills.

A very competitive, market related remuneration package is offered for the role, which will be discussed with short listed candidates.

Closing Date: 3rd April 2026